The vision for the living room of this 1960's apartment in Milan was to create a design that reflected the character and age of the property. We kept some of the original features like the beautiful terrazzo floors and some of the existing pieces like the burgundy sofa and the original curtains, and chosen vintage furniture to add an elegant retro vibe, whilst keeping the free-flowing interiors light and airy. The artwork is an homage to surrealism and the 1970's orange TV brightens up the space with a splash of vivid colour against the shell-pink walls.

Prairie Modern Style

VanBrouck & Associates, Inc.

Design ideas for a contemporary open plan dining in Detroit with grey walls and multi-coloured floor.

Cooks River House

studioplusthree

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Sydney with white walls, no fireplace and multi-coloured floor.

Modern Coastal at Manhattan Beach

Breeze Giannasio Interiors

Meghan Bob Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional separate dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and multi-coloured floor.

napa barn

anderson architects

Design ideas for a country dining room in San Francisco with brown walls and multi-coloured floor.

The Savannah: Best of Ohio Custom Home Over 5,000 SF

Justin Doyle Homes

This luxurious farmhouse dining area features custom ceiling beams, a beautiful farmhouse chandelier and finishes and large black framed windows looking into the backyard.

Beekman Creek Ranch

Todd Glowka Builder, Inc.

This is an example of an expansive country kitchen/dining combo in Austin with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and multi-coloured floor.

Osadía Rebel Kitchen by Patricia Bustos | Casa Decor 2018

Hisbalit

Casa Decor 2018 ! Patricia Bustos sorprende en su “cocina rebelde”, un mundo lleno de intensidad y color. Osadía, que así se llama su espacio en Casa Decor 2018, es toda una declaración de intenciones. Las tonalidades más intensas de verdes y rosa se combinan con sus versiones pastel, creando una paleta “exquisita” según los visitantes, quienes destacan la propuesta de suelo de la interiorista. Geometría y color marcan el revestimiento de mosaico Art Factory Hisbalit. Un diseño diferente e impactante, que incluye el nombre del espacio “Osadía” en forma de mosaico. Patricia Bustos ha apostado por la colección Unicolor para este increíble suelo. Ha utilizado tres tonos verdes (Ref 127, 311 y 222), dos tonalidades rosa (Ref 255 y 166) y blanco (Ref 103), un color perfecto para unificar el diseño. Geometría y color marcan el revestimiento de mosaico Art Factory Hisbalit. Un diseño diferente e impactante, que incluye el nombre del espacio “Osadía” en forma de mosaico…¿Impactante?

Avondale

Design Factory Interiors

Large transitional separate dining room in Other with porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and white walls.

Independence Home Update

Grace Hill Design

Alyssa Lee Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Minneapolis with blue walls, carpet and multi-coloured floor.

Eclectic Dining Room

Small eclectic dining room in Mumbai with white walls and multi-coloured floor.

House @ Serangoon Ave 2 (Designed by Jade Cham of The Local INN.terior

Marcus Lim

Marcus Lim
This is an example of an eclectic kitchen/dining combo in Singapore with white walls and multi-coloured floor.

Coastal Terraced House

Studio Dean

This re-imagined open plan space where a white gloss galley once stood offers a stylish update on the traditional kitchen layout. The removal of all wall cabinets opens out the room to add much needed light and create a vista. Focus is drawn to areas of special focus using the patterned tiles creating carpets to house each of the zones. This is now a multifunctional space to be enjoyed by all family members.

Eclettico Sala Da Pranzo

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic separate dining room in Bologna with grey walls and multi-coloured floor.

Colosseo Domus | 150 MQ

Fontanesi Design

Soggiorno: boiserie in palissandro, camino a gas e TV 65". Pareti in grigio scuro al 6% di lucidità, finestre a profilo sottile, dalla grande capacit di isolamento acustico. --- Living room: rosewood paneling, gas fireplace and 65 " TV. Dark gray walls (6% gloss), thin profile windows, providing high sound-insulation capacity. --- Omaggio allo stile italiano degli anni Quaranta, sostenuto da impianti di alto livello. --- A tribute to the Italian style of the Forties, supported by state-of-the-art tech systems. --- Photographer: Luca Tranquilli

Family House Restructure

barkerdesign

A large family dining table is the hub of the home in this dining room.
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian dining room in Kent with white walls, porcelain floors and multi-coloured floor.

una casa di famiglia

VALENTINA AUTIERO architecture interiors design

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean open plan dining in Naples with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and multi-coloured floor.

Vilano Beach Coastal Casual

Donna Mancini Interiors & Flooring

Plenty of seating in this space. The blue chairs add an unexpected pop of color to the charm of the dining table. The exposed beams, shiplap ceiling and flooring blend together in warmth. The Wellborn cabinets and beautiful quartz countertop are light and bright. The acrylic counter stools keeps the space open and inviting. This is a space for family and friends to gather.

Collector's House - breakfast room

KuDa Photography

Floor tiles - Budapest, 19th century Povey glass windows and French doors made in Portland, early 20th century Light fixture - Goetz from Prague Doors from Portland Park Block, 19th century Photo by KuDa Photography

Yardley Street

Marsh & Parsons

Mid-sized eclectic dining room in London with grey walls, a standard fireplace, multi-coloured floor and painted wood floors.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Green Floor and Multi-Coloured 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!