This near century old Neoclassical colonial was fully restored including a family room addition, extensive alterations to the existing floorplan, new gourmet kitchen with informal dining with box beam ceiling, new master suite and much custom trim and detailed built ins.

The Residences, Palm Beach, FL

Pineapple House Interior Design

The dining area in this luxury high-rise seats ten. The color on the patterned backs of the dining chairs echo the brass and gold accents used throughout the space.

Dining Room between the kitchen and patio

The Decorator, LLC

Mid-sized traditional kitchen/dining combo in Denver with white walls, no fireplace and coffered.

Aprés - T2 Résidence secondaire - Rénovation / Aménagement & Décoration

Maison Danglade

Design ideas for a small transitional open plan dining in Bordeaux with green walls, light hardwood floors and coffered.

Duncairn Lane Bray

Culligan Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Other with white walls, marble floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, white floor and coffered.

Eel Brook Common Kitchen

Into interior design

Photo credit Veronica Rodriguez Interior Photography
Large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in London with ceramic floors, beige floor and coffered.

Modern Kitchen in a Craftsman Home

Board & Vellum

Photo by Amaryllis Lockhart
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Seattle with grey walls, light hardwood floors and coffered.

Treasure Island Home

Dream Coast Builders

Beach style dining room in Tampa with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and coffered.

Lake Boone Trail

Cambridge Classic Homes

This is an example of a large traditional separate dining room in Raleigh with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

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.

Contemporary Dining Room

Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Sydney with white walls, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Marble Cliff Addition 20078

J.S. Brown & Co.

Just off the Home Bar and the family room is a cozy dining room complete with fireplace and reclaimed wood mantle. With a coffered ceiling, new window, and new doors, this is a lovely place to hang out after a meal.

Grand San Antonio Kitchen

Casa Vilora Interiors

Full gut of an old tuscan style kitchen from the early 2000's. We wanted a unique but timeless design. We completely redesigned the layout of the kitchen to accommodate two islands, removing a wall on the left side. We custom designed reeded cabinets in white oak, quartzite countertop, custom plaster hood, zellige tile backsplash with the right amount of shimmer

Mountain Lakes Historical Home - Dining Room

Grayscale Homes Designs

Photo of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Hammock Dunes beauty

nFlight Photography

Inspiration for a transitional open plan dining in Jacksonville with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Deepwood

BA Staging & Interiors

When beautiful architectural details are being accentuated with contemporary on trend staging it is called perfection in design. We picked up on the natural elements in the kitchen design and mudroom and incorporated natural elements into the staging design creating a soothing and sophisticated atmosphere. We take not just the buyers demographic,but also surroundings and architecture into consideration when designing our stagings.

Poco Calle

K and Q Interiors

dining room with custom upholstered chairs, natural grey wood dining table, white and gold buffet, two chandeliers, buffet lamps, shiplap, bold fabrics, black and white, floating shelves, wainscoting, ceiling coffers and herringbone oak floors

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.

Otis Street Residence

Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen/dining combo in Boston with beige walls, carpet, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

KSD Mercer Island Refresh

Kate Savitch Design

Refreshed cabinets with new paint color, added furniture and updated lighting.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

All Ceiling Designs 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!