Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Chicago with grey walls, bamboo floors and grey floor.

Five foot electric fireplace inset into the wall. Surrounded by textured pine, stained dark blue. Each piece is separated by thin pine molding to tie into the natural wood ceiling.

CD House // Letto soppalcato

Stefano Ferrando - Studio Vetroblu

CD House, realizzato da Michele Casanova titolare dello studio Gmc, è un progetto di ristrutturazione di un appartamento di 60 mq costruito nella metà degli anni ’60 nel centro di Cagliari. Lo scopo principale dell’intervento è stato quello di ottimizzare il più possibile la piccola metratura per creare un ambiente confortevole per il suo proprietario. Per raggiungere l'obiettivo tutte le mura interne sono state demolite e ricostruite secondo il nuovo schema planimetrico che prevede un unico ambiente soggiorno-pranzo, una cucina collegata ad esso con una grande apertura, una camera da letto dotata di cabina armadio, un disimpegno che conduce al bagno. Particolarità della casa è il letto ad una piazza e mezzo ricavato nel soppalco sopra il disimpegno cui si accede con una scala incassata nelle pannellature in legno e che conferisce a tutto l’ambiente un mood giovane e divertente. Le dimensioni ridotte degli spazi sono state occasione di una forte collaborazione tra architetto e falegnameria: un progetto dallo spirito sartoriale interamente su misura nel quale la parete attrezzata del soggiorno funge anche da parete divisoria con la zona notte e la parete in cui si innesta la scala che porta al letto soppalcato ingloba l’ingresso al disimpegno e al bagno. Infine, l’appoggio del tavolo sul mobile contenitore fa sì che esso possa essere spostato a seconda della esigenze. La luce naturale proveniente dalle aperture sul quartiere di San Benedetto viene amplificata dalla scelta dei materiali e dei colori. Le pareti di un grigio tenue lievemente scaldato da componenti terra donano profondità agli arredi bianchi e il pavimento in parquet di bambù riscalda l’insieme. Nel bagno, la luce naturale si riflette sui rivestimenti in mosaico bianchi e neri.

Dining to Living Room

cMacd consulting & design

Dining Room to Outdoor Living Room
Mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Sydney with white walls, bamboo floors and beige floor.

Pelican Waters

Civic Steel Homes

Kitchen / Dining
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Sunshine Coast with white walls and bamboo floors.

Modern & Contemporary

Troxel Custom Homes

Modern & contemporary home in black & white with splashes of color in all the right places. Young family enjoying the bold spaces a golf course community offers.

Prince Royal Residence

Dorman Associates, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in San Francisco with beige walls, bamboo floors, a ribbon fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Private Residence

Meister-Cox Architects, PC

Design by Meister-Cox Architects, PC. Photos by Don Pearse Photographers, Inc.
This is an example of a large modern open plan dining in Philadelphia with white walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Destination Design

Anny Designs

This extravagant design was inspired by the clients’ love for Bali where they went for their honeymoon. The ambience of this cliff top property is purposely designed with pure living comfort in mind while it is also a perfect sanctuary for entertaining a large party. The luxurious kitchen has amenities that reign in harmony with contemporary Balinese decor, and it flows into the open stylish dining area. Dynamic traditional Balinese ceiling juxtaposes complement the great entertaining room that already has a highly decorative full-size bar, compelling wall bar table, and beautiful custom window frames. Various vintage furniture styles are incorporated throughout to represent the rich Balinese cultural heritage ranging from the primitive folk style to the Dutch Colonial and the Chinese styles.

Historical Spanish Courtyard

KRISTIN GUNNETTE

Transitional open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, bamboo floors and brown floor.

Oceanfront Kitchen

Pantani and Sons Builders

Oceanfront kitchen combined with beautiful dining area. Great natural lighting is provided from the windows in this area that is perfect for holidays and entertaining.

Wahiawa Residence

Boss Architecture LLC

Inspiration for a small beach style kitchen/dining combo in Hawaii with green walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

SOL POD Mobile Studio

Sol Haus Design

The main space of the studio is very compact yet provides a multiple functional room for dining or meeting space with a full kitchen. A modern aesthetic with clean simple lines is a playful contrast to the retro feel of the tiny refrigerator and yellow chairs.

Home Decorating in Bellaire, TX

Jacob Medina Interior Design

Leslie Plaza Johnson
Inspiration for a large modern separate dining room in Houston with white walls and bamboo floors.

Cape Home Addition - Expanding Home and Lifestyle

'g' Green Design Center

Kitchen island provides a large space for preparation and eat in dining. Or the family can spread out to the adjacent dining room in the new addition. Green Home Remodel – Clean and Green on a Budget – with Flair Today many families with young children put health and safety first among their priorities for their homes. Young families are often on a budget as well, and need to save in important areas such as energy costs by creating more efficient homes. In this major kitchen remodel and addition project, environmentally sustainable solutions were on top of the wish list producing a wonderfully remodeled home that is clean and green, coming in on time and on budget. ‘g’ Green Design Center was the first and only stop when the homeowners of this mid-sized Cape-style home were looking for assistance. They had a rough idea of the layout they were hoping to create and came to ‘g’ for design and materials. Nicole Goldman, of ‘g’ did the space planning and kitchen design, and worked with Greg Delory of Greg DeLory Home Design for the exterior architectural design and structural design components. All the finishes were selected with ‘g’ and the homeowners. All are sustainable, non-toxic and in the case of the insulation, extremely energy efficient. Beginning in the kitchen, the separating wall between the old kitchen and hallway was removed, creating a large open living space for the family. The existing oak cabinetry was removed and new, plywood and solid wood cabinetry from Canyon Creek, with no-added urea formaldehyde (NAUF) in the glues or finishes was installed. Existing strand woven bamboo which had been recently installed in the adjacent living room, was extended into the new kitchen space, and the new addition that was designed to hold a new dining room, mudroom, and covered porch entry. The same wood was installed in the master bedroom upstairs, creating consistency throughout the home and bringing a serene look throughout. The kitchen cabinetry is in an Alder wood with a natural finish. The countertops are Eco By Cosentino; A Cradle to Cradle manufactured materials of recycled (75%) glass, with natural stone, quartz, resin and pigments, that is a maintenance-free durable product with inherent anti-bacterial qualities. In the first floor bathroom, all recycled-content tiling was utilized from the shower surround, to the flooring, and the same eco-friendly cabinetry and counter surfaces were installed. The similarity of materials from one room creates a cohesive look to the home, and aided in budgetary and scheduling issues throughout the project. Throughout the project UltraTouch insulation was installed following an initial energy audit that availed the homeowners of about $1,500 in rebate funds to implement energy improvements. Whenever ‘g’ Green Design Center begins a project such as a remodel or addition, the first step is to understand the energy situation in the home and integrate the recommended improvements into the project as a whole. Also used throughout were the AFM Safecoat Zero VOC paints which have no fumes, or off gassing and allowed the family to remain in the home during construction and painting without concern for exposure to fumes. Dan Cutrona Photography

Southbank Pied-à-terre

Alexander Pollock Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary dining room in Melbourne with white walls and bamboo floors.

Skandi style kitchen

Veronica Rodriguez Interior Photography

Photography by Veronica Rodriguez.
This is an example of a scandinavian dining room in London with bamboo floors and white floor.

AFTER - CONVERSATION/REFRESHMENT SEATING AREA GAME ROOM

Lakeside Studio Staging & Design

AFTER photo of gathering room 1 seating area
Photo of a large country dining room in Orlando with grey walls and bamboo floors.

The Domes

User

Photo of an expansive contemporary open plan dining in Minneapolis with blue walls, bamboo floors and a metal fireplace surround.

Bryant Option

grouparchitect

Architect: Grouparchitect Modular Builder: Method Homes General Contractor: Alchemy Building Company Photography: AMF Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized open plan dining in Seattle with white walls, bamboo floors and brown floor.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Bamboo Floors

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!