dining room with custom painted wood beam tray ceiling
Expansive modern open plan dining in Other with grey walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and coffered.

St John's Wood Luxury Apartment

VORBILD Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized modern kitchen/dining combo in London with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, grey floor, coffered and wallpaper.

The Brentwood at Home Towne Square

Landmark Homes

This charming 2-story craftsman style home includes a welcoming front porch, lofty 10’ ceilings, a 2-car front load garage, and two additional bedrooms and a loft on the 2nd level. To the front of the home is a convenient dining room the ceiling is accented by a decorative beam detail. Stylish hardwood flooring extends to the main living areas. The kitchen opens to the breakfast area and includes quartz countertops with tile backsplash, crown molding, and attractive cabinetry. The great room includes a cozy 2 story gas fireplace featuring stone surround and box beam mantel. The sunny great room also provides sliding glass door access to the screened in deck. The owner’s suite with elegant tray ceiling includes a private bathroom with double bowl vanity, 5’ tile shower, and oversized closet.

Kitchen & Dining Area

The House Designers

Dining area and view into the U-shaped kitchen of Arbor Creek. View House Plan THD-1389: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/the-ingalls-1389

High Barnet – redesign of a ground floor

JLV Design Ltd

The room was used as a home office, by opening the kitchen onto it, we've created a warm and inviting space, where the family loves gathering.
This is an example of a large contemporary separate dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and coffered.

Lotus on Orange

Josh Wynne Construction

Ryan Gamma Photography
Small midcentury open plan dining in Other with concrete floors, grey floor and coffered.

SMU Alpha Chi Omega

Paxton Place Design

Transitional separate dining room in Dallas with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Dining Room

Bielinski Homes

Open concept dining area with wall mirrors.
Mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Milwaukee with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and wood walls.

Luxury Open-Concept Dining Room

BSA Construction

Open-concept dining room with built-in wet bar. Wet bar with concealed ice maker, wine storage, and beverage center. Glass cabinet faces with Armac Martin mesh. Phillip Jeffries vinyl wall covering. Lacquered brass pendant light and wall sconces.

Maplewood Classic Colonial

Danielle Rose Design Co.

We renovated and updated this classic colonial home to feel timeless, curated, sun-filled, and tranquil. We used a dreamy color story of grays, creams, blues, and blacks throughout the space to tie each room together. We also used a mixture of metals and natural materials throughout the design to add eclectic elements to the design and make the whole home feel thoughtful, layered and connected. In the entryway, we wanted to create a serious 'wow' moment. We wanted this space to feel open, airy, and super functional. We used the wood and marble console table to create a beautiful moment when you walk in the door, that can be utilized as a 'catch-all' by the whole family — you can't beat that stunning staircase backdrop! The dining room is one of my favorite spaces in the whole home. I love the way the cased opening frames the room from the entry — It is a serious showstopper! I also love how the light floods into this room and makes the white linen drapes look so dreamy! We used a large farmhouse-style, wood table as the focal point in the room and a beautiful brass lantern chandelier above. The table is over 8' long and feels substantial in the room. We used gray linen host chairs at the head of the table to contrast the warm brown tones in the table and bistro chairs.

Simplicity on the Water

Interior Changes home design & consulting

The coffered ceiling in the dining room positions perfectly over the table seating for ten. Walkouts on both sides of the room give guests an opportunity to relax on the screen porch after a meal or head down to the lake.

Oakwood Kitchen Renovation

Greater Dayton Building & Remodeling

The dining space, connected to the kitchen offers the same bright white cabinets and additional bench seating.
Photo of an expansive traditional kitchen/dining combo in Other with dark hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Durango

Jessica Koltun Home

Classic, timeless and ideally positioned on a sprawling corner lot set high above the street, discover this designer dream home by Jessica Koltun. The blend of traditional architecture and contemporary finishes evokes feelings of warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece unlike no other. This extraordinary home is at the pinnacle of prestige and lifestyle with a convenient address to all that Dallas has to offer.

Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | WA

Flooret

Clean and bright for a space where you can clear your mind and relax. Unique knots bring life and intrigue to this tranquil maple design. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Craftsman Delight

12/12 Architects & Planners

The Dining room, while open to both the Kitchen and Living spaces, is defined by the Craftsman style boxed beam coffered ceiling, built-in cabinetry and columns. A formal dining space in an otherwise contemporary open concept plan meets the needs of the homeowners while respecting the Arts & Crafts time period. Wood wainscot and vintage wallpaper border accent the space along with appropriate ceiling and wall-mounted light fixtures.

San Francisco Edwardian

Cathie Hong Interiors

We updated this century-old iconic Edwardian San Francisco home to meet the homeowners' modern-day requirements while still retaining the original charm and architecture. The color palette was earthy and warm to play nicely with the warm wood tones found in the original wood floors, trim, doors and casework.

Contemporary Dining Room

Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Toronto with dark hardwood floors, beige floor and coffered.

WAGRAM - Paris 17

Richelieu Renovation

This is an example of a large transitional separate dining room in Paris with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and coffered.

Home staging luxe

FBO FRANCE - Home staging depuis 2012

Photo of a contemporary dining room in Other with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Formal Dining Room Chandelier

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

We love this formal dining room's coffered ceiling, custom chandelier, and the double entry doors.
Expansive country separate dining room in Phoenix with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor and coffered.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Coffered

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!