Inspiration for a mid-sized modern kitchen/dining combo in Toronto with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Stone Ridge Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Charleston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Luxury One Level Living

Rooms With Style

Open concept living room and dining room. This staging includes a mixture of woods, glass, and metals as well as a mixture of texture and pattern.
Large dining room in Minneapolis with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Great Room's Dining Area with a Rustic Fireplace

ULFBUILT

In this side of the room, a black wall matching with the wood materials around the fireplace, offer a warm and cozy ambiance for a cold night. While the light colored table and chairs that contrasts the wall, makes a light and clean look. The entire picture shows a rustic yet modish appearance of this mountain home. Built by ULFBUILT. Contact us today to learn more.

House Fit For A King And A Queen

Master Plan Builders & Master Plan Design

Craig Thompson
Inspiration for an expansive separate dining room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Parade of Homes 2020

Aimee Walker Interiors

Entry to open floor plan dining room featuring a custom wine refrigerator made from antique reclaimed wood.
Inspiration for a large transitional open plan dining in New Orleans with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Contemporary Home, Ingatestone

NB Interiors UK

Colourful open plan living dining area.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Essex with grey walls, vinyl floors, a hanging fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and grey floor.

Ravenswood Ground Floor Conversion

Studio Fabbri

Mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in London with white walls, cork floors, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Résidence Aquablu par Patrick Robichaud

FX Studio par Clairoux

Julien Perron-Gagné
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Montreal with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Contemporary Dining

Walker Architects

Steel double doors open onto a contemporary garden.
Inspiration for a contemporary separate dining room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Design Dining Room

Home Staging Sylt

Mid-sized country open plan dining in Other with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, brown floor, wallpaper and wood walls.

Contemporary Renovation

Glennwood Custom Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

St. Helena Hillside Hideaway

JMA (Jim Murphy and Associates)

Technical Imagery Studios
Design ideas for an expansive country dining room in San Francisco with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, beige floor and slate floors.

Claro Dining

Collector's Specialty Woods

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Custom Mahogany Mantle

General Woodcraft Inc.

Custom mahogany mantle created by our in-house craftsman.
Photo of a large transitional kitchen/dining combo in Providence with a wood fireplace surround, beige walls, carpet and a standard fireplace.

Irish Stud Farm

Maria Fenlon Interior Design

Classic dining room. Photography by Gareth Bryne
Large traditional separate dining room in Dublin with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Bristol Farm - Maine

Burrow & Nest

The dining room already had a beamed ceiling with painted vintage embossed wallpaper. We added this beautiful vinyl to the walls in a slate blue with modern trellis pattern that suited both the homeowner's tastes. It's washable and adds a perfect sheen to lend a little formality. The trim was given a fresh coat of paint and the fireplace accented in Benjamin Moore's Coventry Grey. A sputnik pendant adds a touch of mid-century glam, juxtaposing the rustic table. The dining table was commissioned locally of reclaimed barnwood. The chairs are of navy tweed, a durable fabric to withstand many family dinners for years to come. A buffet was added to use as a serveboard, as well as provide additional storage. The rug is a durable poly that will withstand spills better than wool.

OASIS- Luxury Staging

BA Staging & Interiors

This beautiful Westport home staged by BA Staging & Interiors is almost 9,000 square feet and features fabulous, modern-farmhouse architecture. Our staging selection was carefully chosen based on the architecture and location of the property, so that this home can really shine.

Bold See-Through Fireplace - American Hearth

American Hearth - Empire Comfort Systems

Mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in St Louis with red walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Ice Blue Living Space

Pierre Jean-Baptiste Interiors

We included new furnishings in this home’s main levels transitional space. New art & furnishings as well as unique artifacts such as the foyers sculptural pieces. In the living room we included unique furnishings such as the velvet swivel chairs with metal backs, the new grey modular sectional, new occasional tables, as well as the dark velvet fixed curtains. The office redesign includes a custom paneled ceiling wallpaper as well as a bold two-piece black forest marble desk and other essentials. The dining room started as a blank canvas until we included a new glass dining table, acrylic chairs as well as a cowhide rug to serve as an anchor to the rooms clean open feel. The walls were all painted with Benjamin Moore’s 2134-60 Whitestone in flat finish.

All Fireplaces Dining Room Design Ideas with a Wood Fireplace Surround

A dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!