Inspiration for a transitional separate dining room in New York with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Transitional Dining Room

Photo of a large transitional kitchen/dining combo in New York with metallic walls and dark hardwood floors.

Atherton, CA New Home Construction

Kathryn MacDonald Photography

Modern dining room in Atherton, CA has a zen vibe, cool textures and surfaces, and edgy details. French doors open to patio and grand lawn in the rear of the home. Kathryn MacDonald Photography - www.macdonaldphoto.com, Marie Christine Design

Dining Room

Fanny Zigdon Interiors

Modern Dining Room, Large scale wall art, fashion for walls, crystal chandelier, wood built in, Alex Turco art, blinds, Round dining room table with round bench. Photography: Matthew Dandy

Hollywood Regency Dining Room

Peg Berens Interior Design LLC

Please visit my website directly by copying and pasting this link directly into your browser: http://www.berensinteriors.com/ to learn more about this project and how we may work together! This glamorous dining room with spectacular hand painted silk wallpaper and silk draperies is a perfect example of Hollywood Regency glamour. Robert Naik Photography.

Wallpaper

Palette Pro Painting & Renovation

Large transitional separate dining room in New York with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Boutique Living

LeBlanc Design

Design ideas for a traditional separate dining room in Boston with purple walls.

Dining Room Window Coverings

Mod Drapery Co.

Design ideas for a large contemporary separate dining room in Philadelphia with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

View Into Dining Room

Driwood Moulding Co

Recessed pilasters and arches with keystones are carried through to the dining room. The built in display cabinets are highlighted by the decorative muntins on the glass doors. The fireplace stands out with a floral adornment contrasting the clean lines of the mantel. The large scale cove moulding is carried throughout the home and brings a finishing touch to the trimwork in this room.

Historic Berkeley Craftsman

Leslie Harris-Keane Interior Design

Traditional separate dining room in San Francisco with purple walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Dining Room

Swati Goorha Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic separate dining room in New York with purple walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

AppleGate Interior Design Project

Sho-Con by Khrome Studios

Interior Design Work & Photos by AppleGate Interior Design
Contemporary open plan dining in San Francisco with medium hardwood floors and purple walls.

Urban Townhome Dining Room

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

Left of the home's entry is this elegant dining room. As if lit by candle light, you could say this room is "dipped in gold" Your eye is drawn in by the intriguing grasscloth wallpaper with an asian inspired pattern, hand silk screened in a soft gold metallic. Additionally gold, tone on tone stripe silk drapery, and the upswept arms of the brass chandelier accentuating the high ceilings. Warm and inviting, this dining room is not left to holidays only, but is well used "just because".

High Ridge RoadHigh Ridge Road, Hartsdale, NY Contemporary

Domus Constructors, LLC.

“Compelling.” That’s how one of our judges characterized this stair, which manages to embody both reassuring solidity and airy weightlessness. Architect Mahdad Saniee specified beefy maple treads—each laminated from two boards, to resist twisting and cupping—and supported them at the wall with hidden steel hangers. “We wanted to make them look like they are floating,” he says, “so they sit away from the wall by about half an inch.” The stainless steel rods that seem to pierce the treads’ opposite ends are, in fact, joined by threaded couplings hidden within the thickness of the wood. The result is an assembly whose stiffness underfoot defies expectation, Saniee says. “It feels very solid, much more solid than average stairs.” With the rods working in tension from above and compression below, “it’s very hard for those pieces of wood to move.” The interplay of wood and steel makes abstract reference to a Steinway concert grand, Saniee notes. “It’s taking elements of a piano and playing with them.” A gently curved soffit in the ceiling reinforces the visual rhyme. The jury admired the effect but was equally impressed with the technical acumen required to achieve it. “The rhythm established by the vertical rods sets up a rigorous discipline that works with the intricacies of stair dimensions,” observed one judge. “That’s really hard to do.”

Lawson Park Condo

Lindy Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Denver with metallic walls, light hardwood floors, white floor and wallpaper.

Comfortable Casual Living

Toledo Geller

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in New York with metallic walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Modern w/ a Side of Ranch

Hufft

This contemporary renovation makes no concession towards differentiating the old from the new. Rather than razing the entire residence an effort was made to conserve what elements could be worked with and added space where an expanded program required it. Clad with cedar, the addition contains a master suite on the first floor and two children’s rooms and playroom on the second floor. A small vegetated roof is located adjacent to the stairwell and is visible from the upper landing. Interiors throughout the house, both in new construction and in the existing renovation, were handled with great care to ensure an experience that is cohesive. Partition walls that once differentiated living, dining, and kitchen spaces, were removed and ceiling vaults expressed. A new kitchen island both defines and complements this singular space. The parti is a modern addition to a suburban midcentury ranch house. Hence, the name “Modern with Ranch.”

Farrier

Meadowbank Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Philadelphia with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Azure Modern Condominiums

The Decorators Unlimited

Crisp contemporary Azure condominium in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. With modern details and finishes, this contemporary home has crisp and clean look while still feeling cozy and at home.

Whole House Remodel, Palatine IL

DC Interiors & Renovations

Mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Chicago with metallic walls, medium hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Metallic Walls and Purple 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!