Inspiration for a modern dining room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a country dining room in Brisbane with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Rosanna

DSdezines Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Melbourne with white walls, laminate floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Grange House

Shane Marsh Architects

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Brisbane with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and brick walls.

Transitional Interior Design in Aldie, VA

2 Navy Lane, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in DC Metro with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Main Street

NEST Design Group

Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Rooms-Interiors

Chris Sandlin Homes

Custom Home in Dallas (Midway Hollow), Dallas
Large transitional separate dining room in Dallas with grey walls, brown floor, recessed, panelled walls and dark hardwood floors.

Historical Home, Modern Family

Georgia Zikas Design

Open plan, spacious living. Honoring 1920’s architecture with a collected look.
Transitional open plan dining in Other with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, grey walls and decorative wall panelling.

Grade II Listed Georgian Townhouse - Dining Room

Emma Tutill Ltd

Photo of a large transitional separate dining room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and panelled walls.

New Farmhouse - Dining Room

DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.

Beautiful Dining Room with wainscot paneling, dry bar, and larder with pocketing doors.
Inspiration for a large country separate dining room in Chicago with green walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Marine St. Victorian

Istoria Interior Design

Design ideas for a transitional dining room in Denver with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Queens Gate Terrace

Burbeck Interiors ltd

Transitional dining room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Guest House -Hartland, VT

Housewright Construction Inc.

Country dining room in Burlington with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and wood walls.

Burlesque Dining Room

Timothy James Interiors

BURLESQUE DINING ROOM We designed this extraordinary room as part of a large interior design project in Stamford, Lincolnshire. Our client asked us to create for him a Moulin Rouge themed dining room to enchant his guests in the evenings – and to house his prized collection of fine wines. The palette of deep hues, rich dark wood tones and accents of opulent brass create a warm, luxurious and magical backdrop for poker nights and unforgettable dinner parties. CLIMATE CONTROLLED WINE STORAGE The biggest wow factor in this room is undoubtedly the luxury wine cabinet, which was custom designed and made for us by Spiral Cellars. Standing proud in the centre of the back wall, it maintains a constant temperature for our client’s collection of well over a hundred bottles. As a nice finishing touch, our audio-visuals engineer found a way to connect it to the room’s Q–Motion mood lighting system, integrating it perfectly within the room at all times of day. POKER NIGHTS AND UNFORGETTABLE DINNER PARTIES We always love to work with a quirky and OTT brief! This room encapsulates the drama and mystery we are so passionate about creating for our clients. The wallpaper – a cool, midnight blue grasscloth – envelopes you in the depths of night; the warmer oranges and pinks advancing powerfully out of this shadowy background. The antique dining table in the centre of the room was brought from another of our client’s properties, and carefully integrated into this design. Another existing piece was the Chesterfield which we had stripped and reupholstered in sumptuous blue leather. On this project we delivered our full interior design service, which includes concept design visuals, a rigorous technical design package and full project coordination and installation service.

L'appartement transformé de Christelle !

MOJO HOME - Studio d'architecture d'intérieur

L'aménagement du séjour et de la salle à manger a été modifié afin d'obtenir une atmosphère cosy ainsi qu'une optimisation maximale de l'espace. Le mur faisant face aux baies vitrées est décoré d'un papier peint de type fresque de chez Papermint. Il donne de la couleur, du style et de la profondeur à la pièce. Une lampe à poser volière du designer Mathieu Challières complète l'ensemble.

Mowsley Dining Area

Interior Motifs

A warm and welcoming dining area in an open plan kitchen. Sage green walls, with a herring wallpaper, complementing the colours already present in the kitchen. From a bland white space to a warm and welcoming space.

Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8

Jemimah Barnett

Wall colour: Grey Moss #234 by Little Greene | Chandelier is the large Rex pendant by Timothy Oulton | Joinery by Luxe Projects London
Photo of a large transitional open plan dining in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Custom Built In Cabinetry with Floating Shelves

Boyce Design + Build

A pair of brass swing arm wall sconces are mounted over custom built-in cabinets and stacked oak floating shelves. The texture and sheen of the square, hand-made, Zellige tile backsplash provides visual interest and design style while large windows offer spectacular views of the property creating an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere for dining and entertaining.

2021 SOUTHERN LIVING IDEA HOUSE

Marvin

The 2021 Southern Living Idea House is inspiring on multiple levels. Dubbed the “forever home,” the concept was to design for all stages of life, with thoughtful spaces that meet the ever-evolving needs of families today. Marvin products were chosen for this project to maximize the use of natural light, allow airflow from outdoors to indoors, and provide expansive views that overlook the Ohio River.

Wooldridge

Andrea Leigh Interiors

This is an example of a transitional dining room in Austin with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

All Wall Treatments Dining Room Design Ideas with Brown Floor

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!