Mid-Century Interior Remodel in El Segundo, CA.

Our homeowners approached us for design help shortly after purchasing a fixer upper. They wanted to redesign the home into an open concept plan. Their goal was something that would serve multiple functions: allow them to entertain small groups while accommodating their two small children not only now but into the future as they grow up and have social lives of their own. They wanted the kitchen opened up to the living room to create a Great Room. The living room was also in need of an update including the bulky, existing brick fireplace. They were interested in an aesthetic that would have a mid-century flair with a modern layout. We added built-in cabinetry on either side of the fireplace mimicking the wood and stain color true to the era. The adjacent Family Room, needed minor updates to carry the mid-century flavor throughout.

Living/Dining/Sitting/Mud-Room

Polykrome Design

The entire first floor is oriented toward an expansive row of windows overlooking Lake Champlain. Radiant heated polished concrete floors compliment the local stone work and oak detailing throughout.

Interior Design - Luxemburg Gardens Townhouse

My-Studio Ltd

A table space to gather people together. The dining table is a Danish design and is extendable, set against a contemporary Nordic forest mural.
Inspiration for an expansive scandinavian kitchen/dining combo in London with concrete floors, grey floor, green walls, no fireplace and wallpaper.

Downtown Dallas Loft

Haus of Sabo

Located in the heart of Downtown Dallas this once Interurban Transit station for the DFW area no serves as an urban dwelling. The historic building is filled with character and individuality which was a need for the interior design with decoration and furniture. Inspired by the 1930’s this loft is a center of social gatherings. Location: Downtown, Dallas, Texas | Designer: Haus of Sabo | Completions: 2021

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SYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORS

Eclectic dining room with modern design and antique elements, including home owner's horse picture collection and race track paintings. The massive dining table is made out of reclaimed wood and the patchwork area rug is semi-antique recycled from Turkey. The Gino Sarfatti chandelier is from Flos.

Cheap&crisp Loft in Isola | 60 MQ

studio falù

Marco Azzoni (foto) e Marta Meda (stylist) Ferdinando Greco (quadro)
Small eclectic open plan dining in Milan with green walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

Julep

Momoko Morton

Julep Restaurant Dining Room Design
Large eclectic kitchen/dining combo in Denver with green walls, concrete floors, grey floor, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Midcentury Modern Loft Chinese Dining Room | Kimball Starr Interior Design

Kimball Starr Interior Design

After our redesign, we lightened the space by replacing a solid wall with retracting opaque ones. The guest bedroom wall now separates the open-plan dining space, featuring mid-century modern dining table and chairs in coordinating colors. A Chinese lamp matches the flavor of the shelving cutouts revealed by the sliding wall.

Niort - Un loft au style 'Scandinave Chic'

CAJ Designer et Décorateur d'intérieurs

Un escalier unique; pièce maitresse de l'espace faisant office de séparation entre la cuisine et la salle à manger. Posé sur un bloc de béton brut, servant de meuble de cuisine et de banc pour la salle à manger, on passe dessus pour monter à l'étage. Tout le reste s'articule avec simplicité et légèreté autour de cet escalier. Comme la table de la cuisine flottant sur deux pieds qui prennent forme dès l'entrée de la maison en créant une ligne en bois dans le sol. Un ensemble léger visuellement mais techniquement très complexe.

The Cresent

Brett Mickan Interior Design

Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Sydney with green walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

North Valley Pastoral

ECOterra Design Build

A closer look at the dining area and kitchen island bar.
Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical kitchen/dining combo in Albuquerque with concrete floors, multi-coloured floor and green walls.

Modern Dining Room

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Seattle with green walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

SIPCAM OFICINAS

DOBLEESE Space&Branding

Inspiration for a large kitchen/dining combo in Valencia with green walls, concrete floors, beige floor and panelled walls.

House in Epsom

Eldridge London

Double height open plan dining area with view to piano and garden beyond. Photography: Lyndon Douglas
Inspiration for a large contemporary open plan dining in London with green walls and concrete floors.

Witte Haus

Wittehaus

The open staircase snuggles against the brick wall, around which the open floor plan of the first floor is laid out, creating distinct areas of use, niches, nooks, and crannies

Contemporaneo Sala Da Pranzo

Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Turin with green walls and concrete floors.

Plow House

Positive Footprints Pty Ltd

Rhiannon Slater
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Melbourne with green walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Umbau Fabriketage - Essbereich

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Der Kubus als Raum-in-Raum-Konzept definiert den Eingangsbereich und nimmt Garderobe und Abstellraum auf, Foto: Maximilian Meisse
Photo of a large industrial dining room in Berlin with green walls and concrete floors.

Greene/Ramdev Residence

Tom Chastain

Matthew Millman Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with green walls and concrete floors.

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Reside Furnishings

Courtesy of Classic Home Furniture
This is an example of a mid-sized country separate dining room in Calgary with green walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and grey floor.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Green Walls and Concrete Floors

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!