This lovely breakfast room, overlooking the garden, is an inviting place to start your day lingering over Sunday morning coffee. I had the walls painted in a soft coral, contrasting with various wood tones in the armoire, table and shades. It is all tied together by keeping the chair covers and rug light in color. The crystal chandelier is an unexpected element in a breakfast room, yet, your not compelled to pull out the china and silver.

Habachy Designs

Contemporary dining room in Atlanta with black walls and black floor.

RIDNYI HOUSE

MAKHNO STUDIO

At home, even the walls heal. Especially when they are Pantone-styled. Recently, the Pantone Institute of colour selected the “classic blue” to be the colour of 2020, and a year ago we decided that the walls inside the Ridnyi House should be the same. The first floor consists of a large living room, dining room, kitchen, and professional barbecue area. The living room with a fireplace is spacious and soft in its colour scheme. The designer ceramic vases with ikebanas fill the space with senses and flowers. Two floors have merged in the dining room, creating plenty of room for white loose clouds by Serhii Makhno. large wooden bench and an Elephant armchair wait for dinner to be served. And dinner is being cooked in the kitchen — there are light oak slabs instead of the countertop. The barbecue area can easily become a terrace — the windows can be adjusted.large wooden bench and an Elephant armchair wait for dinner to be served. And dinner is being cooked in the kitchen — there are light oak slabs instead of the countertop. The barbecue area can easily become a terrace — the windows can be adjusted.

Rénovation complète d'un cottage - salle à manger

Eraya Creation

La salle à manger ouverte sur la cuisine se veut être un espace plus intimiste avec des couleurs plus sombres, du bois, des matériaux nobles.
Photo of a mid-sized country open plan dining in Other with black walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Stella, New Rochelle

Lena Lugo Interiors

Dinning nook with bistro table and slat wall.
Photo of a small contemporary dining room in New York with black walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood walls.

Dining Room & Kitchen

ODS Architecture

A built-in bench with steel capped ends merges into a kitchen with a steel backsplash. A double height stairwell beyond, is lined with the board-formed concrete wall.

Maple Street

Marina Rubina, Architect

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Philadelphia with black walls, medium hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Transitional Meadow Forest

Morning Star Builders LTD

Inspiration for a transitional dining room in Houston with black walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mill Valley Traditional

SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with black walls, dark hardwood floors, grey floor and no fireplace.

Poblenou en 3 actos

Egue y Seta

Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial kitchen/dining combo in Barcelona with multi-coloured floor and black walls.

1207 Wagner Rd

Raugstad Inc.

As a builder of custom homes primarily on the Northshore of Chicago, Raugstad has been building custom homes, and homes on speculation for three generations. Our commitment is always to the client. From commencement of the project all the way through to completion and the finishing touches, we are right there with you – one hundred percent. As your go-to Northshore Chicago custom home builder, we are proud to put our name on every completed Raugstad home.

New England Family Style House with an Eclectic Twist

Shelley Morris Interiors

Photography by Michael Biondo
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen/dining combo in New York with orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

London Bay Custom Home at Grey Oaks

London Bay Homes

An award-winning, one-of-a-kind Custom Home built by London Bay Homes in Grey Oaks located in Naples, Florida. London’s Bay talented team of architects and designers have assisted their clients in creating homes perfectly suited to their personalities and lifestyles. They’ve incorporated styles and features from around the world and their experience extends to a design process that is well-structured, easy to navigate, timely and responsive to the client’s budget parameters. Image ©Advanced Photography Specialists

Dining Room Re-Design in Edmonton, AB for Magazine Photo Shoot

Revealing Assets - Home Staging Services

We, Revealing Assets, Staged this dining room in a beautiful 2-Story Tudor-style in Edmonton, AB for the purpose of a Magazine Photo Shoot the following day. Beautiful space for entertaining with amazing architectural features!

Lindsey Contant Interior Design

Barbara Brown Photography

Barbara Brown Photography
Photo of a large transitional separate dining room in Atlanta with a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and black walls.

Villa Maria

User

Michael Patch
This is an example of a traditional separate dining room in Other with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Orange III

27 Diamonds Interior Design

Design by 27 Diamonds Interior Design www.27diamonds.com
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Orange County with dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, black walls and brown floor.

THE ABBINGTON

GUNTER CUSTOM HOMES & DESIGN

Photo of a traditional separate dining room in Raleigh with black walls and dark hardwood floors.

NW Idea House 2023

Space Lab Design Services LLC

Contemporary dining room in Seattle with black walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Deliciously Moody - Dining Room

House of L

Mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Cleveland with black walls and light hardwood floors.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Black Walls and Orange Walls

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!