Design ideas for a transitional dining room in Austin with multi-coloured walls, carpet, no fireplace and grey floor.

Inspiration for a scandinavian dining room in Gothenburg with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

Custom Design - Dining - The Lakes

Blue Heron

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Las Vegas with multi-coloured walls and grey floor.

Mirage Flooring

The Floor Source

Large traditional separate dining room in Other with multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

Long Crendon Longhouse

Cairn

Kristen McCluskie
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan dining in Buckinghamshire with concrete floors, grey floor and multi-coloured walls.

Angelika project

Astrid Interior Design Ltd.

Embellishment and few building work like tiling, cladding, carpentry and electricity of a double bedroom and double bathrooms included one en-suite flat based in London.

Hampton house

Роман Леонидов / Архитектурное бюро

Алексей Князев
Design ideas for a large contemporary open plan dining in Moscow with multi-coloured walls, slate floors and grey floor.

Maison privative de 137 m2 - Fontenay-sous-Bois

SP Archidesign

Sophie Pinheiro
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Paris with ceramic floors, grey floor and multi-coloured walls.

Carmel Cottage

Noelle Micek Interiors

Beach style dining room in San Francisco with multi-coloured walls and grey floor.

Family Home

Stock Dutch Design

Design ideas for an eclectic kitchen/dining combo in Amsterdam with multi-coloured walls, no fireplace and grey floor.

LIVING RESTYLING

ESSEstudioarch

Ph: Emanuela Baccichetti
Inspiration for a large modern dining room in Milan with grey floor, multi-coloured walls and concrete floors.

Chelsea Fashion Forward Interior Design

Evelyn Benatar, New York Interior Design

A dining area that will never be boring! Playing the geometric against the huge floral print. Yin/Yang Jonathan Beckerman Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in New York with multi-coloured walls, carpet, no fireplace and grey floor.

Rénovation d'une maison contemporaine matières naturelles et couleurs toniques

BH-Deco

Une maison de famille entièrement rénovée Dans cette belle maison de Draveil l’espace à vivre a été entièrement rénové. L’entrée est plus claire et accueillante grâce au changement de la porte. Le placard a été agrandi pour ranger les vêtements de toute la famille et coté déco, une console en béton surmontée d’un miroir devant l’escalier mis en valeur par le contraste des couleurs. La cuisine, toute en douceur, entre blanc et bois clair, offre un magnifique espace de travail et de rangement, ainsi qu’un espace dinatoire. La verrière entre la cuisine et le salon permet de séparer les espaces en conservant le mode de vie convivial et ouvert de cette famille. Coté pièces de vie, la salle à manger joue sur la luminosité avec une grange baie vitrée mise en valeur par des rideaux chaleureux et des meubles en chêne qui semblent suspendus. Le salon plus cocooning, plus coloré accueil tout le monde dans ses canapés moelleux et son décor chaleureux. Des clients satisfaits, cet intérieur leur ressemble vraiment.

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McClure Architecture

This is an example of a large country separate dining room in Other with multi-coloured walls, slate floors, no fireplace and grey floor.

Contemporary Regency Refurbishment

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This lovely Regency building is in a magnificent setting with fabulous sea views. The Regents were influenced by Classical Greece as well as cultures from further afield including China, India and Egypt. Our brief was to preserve and cherish the original elements of the building, while making a feature of our client’s impressive art collection. Where items are fixed (such as the kitchen and bathrooms) we used traditional styles that are sympathetic to the Regency era. Where items are freestanding or easy to move, then we used contemporary furniture & fittings that complemented the artwork. The colours from the artwork inspired us to create a flow from one room to the next and each room was carefully considered for its’ use and it’s aspect. We commissioned some incredibly talented artisans to create bespoke mosaics, furniture and ceramic features which all made an amazing contribution to the building’s narrative. Brett Charles Photography

AN URBAN VILLA IN WEST DULWICH

Francesco Pierazzi Architects

To connect to the adjoining Living Room, the Dining area employs a similar palette of darker surfaces and finishes, chosen to create an effect that is highly evocative of past centuries, linking new and old with a poetic approach. The dark grey concrete floor is a paired with traditional but luxurious Tadelakt Moroccan plaster, chose for its uneven and natural texture as well as beautiful earthy hues. The supporting structure is exposed and painted in a deep red hue to suggest the different functional areas and create a unique interior which is then reflected on the exterior of the extension.

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Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial open plan dining in Other with multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, grey floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Villa Bayview

Jacobdue.dk

Photo of a mid-sized modern separate dining room in Esbjerg with multi-coloured walls, no fireplace and grey floor.

Balcones

Soledad Builders, LLC

In lieu of a formal dining room, our clients kept the dining area casual. A painted built-in bench, with custom upholstery runs along the white washed cypress wall. Custom lights by interior designer Joel Mozersky.

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Mid-sized industrial open plan dining in Other with multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, grey floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Multi-coloured Walls and Grey 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!