Contemporary Exterior Deck Remodel - 2015

Updated dining room overlooking the brand new deck.
Mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with orange walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Dining Room

David M. Plante Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized country separate dining room in New York with light hardwood floors, no fireplace and orange walls.

Project Vignettes

Impeccably Done

A young family embraces a vibrant remake of their dining room with the use of playful fabric on the chairs, family friendly floor coverings and a playful palette of red walls and a gray ceiling punctuated with bright, white trim. Family antique pieces are beautifully blended with new and modern pieces for a fresh, contemporary look that is both stylish and welcoming.

01 Barcelona - Cocina abierta + Salón

Renova Meridiano

This is an example of a mid-sized country open plan dining in Barcelona with orange walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and coffered.

Kitchen

User

Dining room in Grand Rapids with orange walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Upscale Casual

Jody Sprock Design

Alice Hedlund
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Other with orange walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Pièce de vie

Wildhome /Agence d'Architecture d'intérieur

Ouvrir les espaces pour obtenir une pièce de vie ouverte. Retirer le couloir en gardant une séparation avec les espaces de nuit. Réaliser une ambiance unique. Rendre les espaces esthétiques, fonctionnels et agréables à vivre. Garder une séparation avec la cuisine depuis l'entrée mais pas totalement fermée. Créer une continuité entre l'entrée, la cuisine, la salle à manger et le salon. Garder suffisamment de rangement pour placer les affaires visibles actuellement.

The Gables

User

Photo of a transitional separate dining room in Other with orange walls and light hardwood floors.

Projet Place d'Armes

Flor'A

La pièce de vie toute en longueur regroupe un espace cuisine/salle à manger et un espace salon. Le thème bohème choisi crée une ambiance cocooning et très chaleureuse. Les matériaux naturels utilisées tels que le bois, le raphia, le coton, etc. sont écologiques et reflètent des valeurs éco-responsables. Dans ce projet j'ai tenu à mettre en avant le savoir-faire artisanal en utilisant du macramé et des méthodes de tissage fait main. Les tonalités chaudes et vives des peintures permettent de raviver les espaces.

都内に聳え立つ輸入住宅

天草ハウジング

都内に聳え立つ輸入住宅
Design ideas for a large traditional separate dining room in Tokyo Suburbs with orange walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Rénovation d'une maison de ville à Clisson

ATELIER 14

BENOIT TESSIER
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic open plan dining in Nantes with orange walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Shades

All About Blinds

Inspiration for a dining room in Minneapolis with orange walls and light hardwood floors.

Birmingham, MI Craftsman Bungalow Reclamation

Dan Davis Design

The dining room was blessed with coffered ceilings so Dan David Design chose paint colors to make it the focal point of the room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts separate dining room in Detroit with orange walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and coffered.

Un appartement en VEFA entièrement repensé, 117m2 à Clamart

Ameo Concept

Lors de l’acquisition de cet appartement neuf, dont l’immeuble a vu le jour en juillet 2023, la configuration des espaces en plan telle que prévue par le promoteur immobilier ne satisfaisait pas la future propriétaire. Trois petites chambres, une cuisine fermée, très peu de rangements intégrés et des matériaux de qualité moyenne, un postulat qui méritait d’être amélioré ! C’est ainsi que la pièce de vie s’est vue transformée en un généreux salon séjour donnant sur une cuisine conviviale ouverte aux rangements optimisés, laissant la part belle à un granit d’exception dans un écrin plan de travail & crédence. Une banquette tapissée et sa table sur mesure en béton ciré font l’intermédiaire avec le volume de détente offrant de nombreuses typologies d’assises, de la méridienne au canapé installé comme pièce maitresse de l’espace. La chambre enfant se veut douce et intemporelle, parée de tonalités de roses et de nombreux agencements sophistiqués, le tout donnant sur une salle d’eau minimaliste mais singulière. La suite parentale quant à elle, initialement composée de deux petites pièces inexploitables, s’est vu radicalement transformée ; un dressing de 7,23 mètres linéaires tout en menuiserie, la mise en abîme du lit sur une estrade astucieuse intégrant du rangement et une tête de lit comme à l’hôtel, sans oublier l’espace coiffeuse en adéquation avec la salle de bain, elle-même composée d’une double vasque, d’une douche & d’une baignoire. Une transformation complète d’un appartement neuf pour une rénovation haut de gamme clé en main.

Jarrowhaus

Trinidad Campbell Design

A glowing copper leaf room with geometric shapes on the walls and ceiling with a silver leaf lining.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Los Angeles with orange walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Design MMoCA 2010

Aga Artka Interior Design

Mid-sized open plan dining in Milwaukee with orange walls and light hardwood floors.

Vignette in dining room

White Elephant Decorating

Colorful dining room vignette
This is an example of a traditional dining room with orange walls and light hardwood floors.

Concord home

Fresh Start Interiors

Jennifer Lozada
Photo of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Boston with orange walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Ramsgate House

Karanda Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Sydney with orange walls and light hardwood floors.

Jarrowhaus

Trinidad Campbell Design

Copper room with Gordon sculpture
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Los Angeles with orange walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Orange Walls and Light Hardwood 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!