Photo of a mid-sized kitchen/dining combo in Seattle with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

Organic Solid Collection | Tulsi Hickory | Cumming, GA

Hallmark Floors

Tulsi Hickory – The Organic Solid Hardwood Collection creates a perfect complement to contemporary interiors and accentuating a vintage look, they feature a reclaimed design with planks of random widths and lengths, adding immediate warmth to any interior.

Dining room

Interior Motifs

This luxurious dining room had a great transformation. The table and sideboard had to stay, everything else has been changed.
Large contemporary dining room in West Midlands with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround, brown floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Historic and Grand Home

Wiles Design Group

This grand and historic home renovation transformed the structure from the ground up, creating a versatile, multifunctional space. Meticulous planning and creative design brought the client's vision to life, optimizing functionality throughout. In the dining room, a captivating blend of dark blue-gray glossy walls and silvered ceiling wallpaper creates an ambience of warmth and luxury. Elegant furniture and stunning lighting complement the space, adding a touch of refined sophistication. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/st-louis-historic-home-renovation

Dollarton Traditional Home

Simply Home Decorating

This active couple with three adult boys loves to travel and visit family throughout Western Canada. They hired us for a main floor renovation that would transform their home, making it more functional, conducive to entertaining, and reflective of their interests. In the kitchen, we chose to keep the layout and update the cabinetry and surface finishes to revive the look. To accommodate large gatherings, we created an in-kitchen dining area, updated the living and dining room, and expanded the family room, as well. In each of these spaces, we incorporated durable custom furnishings, architectural details, and unique accessories that reflect this well-traveled couple’s inspiring story.

Exquisite Design on Capitol Hill

Alair Homes

Design ideas for a large traditional open plan dining in Vancouver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

GOLD & BOLD

Errez Design Inc.

custom bar constructed of sheet brass and outfitted with loads of storage.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Miami with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Chiswick Townhouse

ACA Interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary dining room in London with dark hardwood floors, a plaster fireplace surround and panelled walls.

Potter Residence

Terin Dumas & Company

This is an example of a mid-sized separate dining room in Orange County with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Horse Park Road

CECILIA ROSE DESIGNS

Big enough to house a table that will pull out to fit 14 easily, plus an extra table or 2 for more! Views to gaze upon while you dine is another blessing you'll have.

Project Polly

Sonia Sudan Interiors

The formal dining room.
Design ideas for a large transitional kitchen/dining combo in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Manger - Bar - Cuisine

Kehoe Wilson Design LLC

Close-up of details on console, chandelier, lamp, and wonderful panelling and fireplace
This is an example of a large separate dining room in Houston with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Andrea Watson

Custom Decorating Services

Inspiration for a mid-sized kitchen/dining combo in Toronto with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and panelled walls.

Assure Thing

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Vancouver with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

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
Design ideas for a large traditional open plan dining in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Bethesda, MD Residence

yZiGN

Photo of a mid-sized transitional dining room in DC Metro with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Dining Room

Robin Interiors

The CHANTALE Dining Table The CHANTALE dining table, with its striking black curvy legs, will be sure to be the statement you desire in your dining room. This table is seamlessly crafted in solid oak, pine, and veneer creating a chic, yet classic design. The CHANTALE table will be sure to easily seat 8 to 12 people. Features of the CHANTALE Dining Table: -hand-finished with a protective varnish coating -seats 8 to 12 guests -made of solid pine, oak and veneer Top Colour: burnished oak Base Colour: satin shabby chic black Dimensions and weight: Depth: 95 cm Length (to longest point): 245 cm Length (to shortest point): 239 cm Length between legs: 220 cm Height: 75 cm Weight: 57 kg Delivery details: -For self-assembly -Assembly instructions and fittings are included -Arrives in 1 parcel(s) -Parcel 1: L 263.5 cm X H 22 cm X D 102.5 cm -Total weight of parcel(s): 57.6 kg

Prince Street

Tammy Calner Design Studio

Dining room view from the kitchen. Entire home was rennovated here for a family of 4.
Inspiration for a mid-sized kitchen/dining combo in Sunshine Coast with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Luxurious dining room

User

Eclectic open plan dining in Other with green walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Bayview Heights - Dining Room

RGS Design

Modern separate dining room in Toronto with dark hardwood floors, coffered and panelled walls.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Dark Hardwood Floors and Panelled 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!