Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Melbourne with white walls, laminate floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Kitchen / Dining with Hi-Lite Windows

Design2Solution

Kitchen / Dining with feature custom pendant light, raking ceiling to Hi-lite windows & drop ceiling over kitchen Island bench
Photo of a large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Perth with white walls, laminate floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Edwardian Home in the heart of Strawberry Hill

JLV Design Ltd

Soft colour palette to complement the industrial look and feel
Design ideas for a large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in London with purple walls, laminate floors, white floor and coffered.

Lynn Valley Modern Home

Simply Home Decorating

This 1990's home, located in North Vancouver's Lynn Valley neighbourhood, had high ceilings and a great open plan layout but the decor was straight out of the 90's complete with sponge painted walls in dark earth tones. The owners, a young professional couple, enlisted our help to take it from dated and dreary to modern and bright. We started by removing details like chair rails and crown mouldings, that did not suit the modern architectural lines of the home. We replaced the heavily worn wood floors with a new high end, light coloured, wood-look laminate that will withstand the wear and tear from their two energetic golden retrievers. Since the main living space is completely open plan it was important that we work with simple consistent finishes for a clean modern look. The all white kitchen features flat doors with minimal hardware and a solid surface marble-look countertop and backsplash. We modernized all of the lighting and updated the bathrooms and master bedroom as well. The only departure from our clean modern scheme is found in the dressing room where the client was looking for a more dressed up feminine feel but we kept a thread of grey consistent even in this more vivid colour scheme. This transformation, featuring the clients' gorgeous original artwork and new custom designed furnishings is admittedly one of our favourite projects to date!

Peace in Point

Evenflow Interiors

This is an example of a small beach style open plan dining in New York with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor and exposed beam.

LAKE MAGDALENE RESIDENCE

Jill Lifsey Designs

Design ideas for a modern dining room in Tampa with laminate floors, beige floor and vaulted.

Van Norden Lodge

Colossus Mfg.

All day nook with custom blue cushions, a blue and white geometric rug, eclectic chandelier, and modern wood dining table.
Photo of a large country dining room in Other with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, brown floor and exposed beam.

Столовая

Светлана (INTERIOR)

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Moscow with grey walls, laminate floors, beige floor and no fireplace.

Mid-Century Modern Vancouver Special

PlaidFox Studio

This terracotta feature wall is one of our favourite areas in the home. To create interest in this special area between the kitchen and open living area, we installed wood pieces on the wall and painted them this gorgeous terracotta colour. The furniture is an eclectic mix of retro and nostalgic pieces which are playful, yet sophisticated for the young family who likes to entertain.

SAVANNA DESIGN BUILD PROJECT

NORDIC BUILDERS - MODERN TIMBERFRAME DESIGN BUILD

Inspiration for a mid-sized country open plan dining in Minneapolis with white walls, laminate floors, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Osborne

Hello Kitchen

Mid-sized modern kitchen/dining combo in Austin with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, grey floor and vaulted.

Ст. Разина 60 м2

Левина Екатерина и Вавилова Анастасия

Inspiration for a small traditional kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, brown floor and wallpaper.

Salón interior exterior Casa Rosa

V&BA estudio

Un gran ventanal aporta luz natural al espacio. El techo ayuda a zonificar el espacio y alberga lass rejillas de ventilación (sistema aerotermia). La zona donde se ubica el sofá y la televisión completa su iluminación gracias a un bañado de luz dimerizable instalado en ambas aparedes. Su techo muestra las bovedillas y bigas de madera origintales, todo ello pintado de blanco. El techo correspondiente a la zona donde se encuentra la mesa comedor está resuelto en pladur, sensiblemente más bajo. La textura de las paredes origintales se convierte e unoa de las grandes protagonistas del espacio.

Transitional Meadow Forest

Morning Star Builders LTD

Dining room, opens to courtyard, box beams, hanging light fixture, dark frame windows
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Houston with white walls, laminate floors, exposed beam, recessed and brown floor.

Tobacco Warehouse Duplex Apartment

Natalie Holden Interiors

Design ideas for a large eclectic open plan dining in Other with brown walls, laminate floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

Green & Blue apartments

GokoStudio

Fotografía: InBianco photo
Mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, laminate floors and vaulted.

BASEMENT RENOVATION

Build Forward Design & Remodel

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Portland with laminate floors, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor, white walls, a standard fireplace, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Split-Level Remodel

Shoshi Designs

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Seattle with white walls, laminate floors, black floor, vaulted and no fireplace.

Сталинка в Челябинске.

Марина Кутепова

This is an example of a mid-sized dining room in Other with blue walls, laminate floors, white floor and exposed beam.

The Ted

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes Location: Louisville, Colorado, USA This 3,800 sf. modern farmhouse on Roosevelt Ave. in Louisville is lovingly called "Teddy Homesevelt" (AKA “The Ted”) by its owners. The ground floor is a simple, sunny open concept plan revolving around a gourmet kitchen, featuring a large island with a waterfall edge counter. The dining room is anchored by a bespoke Walnut, stone and raw steel dining room storage and display wall. The Great room is perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining, and flows out to a large covered porch and firepit. The homeowner’s love their photogenic pooch and the custom dog wash station in the mudroom makes it a delight to take care of her. In the basement there’s a state-of-the art media room, starring a uniquely stunning celestial ceiling and perfectly tuned acoustics. The rest of the basement includes a modern glass wine room, a large family room and a giant stepped window well to bring the daylight in. The Ted includes two home offices: one sunny study by the foyer and a second larger one that doubles as a guest suite in the ADU above the detached garage. The home is filled with custom touches: the wide plank White Oak floors merge artfully with the octagonal slate tile in the mudroom; the fireplace mantel and the Great Room’s center support column are both raw steel I-beams; beautiful Doug Fir solid timbers define the welcoming traditional front porch and delineate the main social spaces; and a cozy built-in Walnut breakfast booth is the perfect spot for a Sunday morning cup of coffee. The two-story custom floating tread stair wraps sinuously around a signature chandelier, and is flooded with light from the giant windows. It arrives on the second floor at a covered front balcony overlooking a beautiful public park. The master bedroom features a fireplace, coffered ceilings, and its own private balcony. Each of the 3-1/2 bathrooms feature gorgeous finishes, but none shines like the master bathroom. With a vaulted ceiling, a stunningly tiled floor, a clean modern floating double vanity, and a glass enclosed “wet room” for the tub and shower, this room is a private spa paradise. This near Net-Zero home also features a robust energy-efficiency package with a large solar PV array on the roof, a tight envelope, Energy Star windows, electric heat-pump HVAC and EV car chargers.

All Ceiling Designs Dining Room Design Ideas with Laminate 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!