Champaign Addition Dining room & Kitchen

When hosting or entertaining, entry passages can "bottle neck" and become crowded. Opening up a space can be simple and complimentary as well as functional with a pass through window. Additionally, opening up the wall allows for the perception of a more grand space and allows additional light in.

Edificio CLT Barcelona

Made of Wood

Construcción de edificio en estructura de CLT material KLH, y mobiliario interior, puertas, escaleras, armarios, tabiques
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan dining in Barcelona with white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Sala da Pranzo e zona giochi

PRF Studio di Gianluca Pezzoli

Pian piano dalla sala da pranzo ci dirigiamo verso il salotto
Inspiration for a large country kitchen/dining combo in Milan with brown walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

1C Rose Park | AWARD NOMINEE

TDDP architects

Photo of a large contemporary open plan dining in Adelaide with white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

La Cubana Restaurant

ARCHIGUS

Inspiration for a modern dining room in Miami with porcelain floors, grey floor and wood walls.

casa quattrodì

VALENTINA AUTIERO architecture interiors design

Large contemporary dining room in Naples with beige walls, porcelain floors, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, beige floor and wood walls.

Mirdif Hills, One bedroom

Muse Interior Design

This is an example of a small contemporary separate dining room in Other with white walls, porcelain floors and wood walls.

田園リゾート・老人ホーム：茨城県つくば市

株式会社小木野貴光アトリエ一級建築士事務所

Photo of a large dining room in Other with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, grey floor, coffered and wood walls.

Champaign Addition Dining room & Kitchen

Darcy Bean Custom Construction Inc.

Дом из бруса в Выборге

Студия дизайна Татьяны Ефремовой

Design ideas for a mid-sized dining room in Saint Petersburg with beige walls, porcelain floors, a hanging fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, grey floor, timber and wood walls.

CASA ALEGRA

bymariellamarquez - InteriorismoDecoraciónReformas

This is an example of a small country open plan dining in Barcelona with white walls, porcelain floors, brown floor and wood walls.

Zona pranzo / Cucina

Giacometti Interiors s.r.l.

La zona pranzo riprende il grigio basalto e il marmo emperador con una cucina composta da una spaziosa isola con basi su entrambi i fronti e delle colonne forno e dispensa incassate nella parete. L'area pranzo, con tavolo in vetro effetto marmo rainbow, viene definita dal rivestimento in legno naturale invecchiato della parete. A separare la zona pranzo dal soggiorno è anche il cambio di pavimentazione. Il parquet in rovere scuro viene sostituito con del gres effetto pietra in grande formato.

Загородный дом в Васильково.

Инлавка (Интерьерная Лавка)

Inspiration for a mid-sized country kitchen/dining combo in Moscow with brown walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, green floor, wood and wood walls.

Appartamento BF

Fico Creative Studio

This is an example of a small eclectic open plan dining in Other with porcelain floors, beige floor and wood walls.

VDD apt | 145 sqm

LAVICA architecture|design

Il bellissimo appartamento a Bologna di questa giovanissima coppia con due figlie, Ginevra e Virginia, è stato realizzato su misura per fornire a V e M una casa funzionale al 100%, senza rinunciare alla bellezza e al fattore wow. La particolarità della casa è sicuramente l’illuminazione, ma anche la scelta dei materiali. Eleganza e funzionalità sono sempre le parole chiave che muovono il nostro design e nell’appartamento VDD raggiungono l’apice. Il tutto inizia con un soggiorno completo di tutti i comfort e di vari accessori; guardaroba, librerie, armadietti con scarpiere fino ad arrivare ad un’elegantissima cucina progettata appositamente per V! Lavanderia a scomparsa con vista diretta sul balcone. Tutti i mobili sono stati scelti con cura e rispettando il budget. Numerosi dettagli rendono l’appartamento unico: i controsoffitti, ad esempio, o la pavimentazione interrotta da una striscia nera continua, con l’intento di sottolineare l’ingresso ma anche i punti focali della casa. Un arredamento superbo e chic rende accogliente il soggiorno. Alla camera da letto principale si accede dal disimpegno; varcando la porta si ripropone il linguaggio della sottolineatura del pavimento con i controsoffitti, in fondo al quale prende posto un piccolo angolo studio. Voltando lo sguardo si apre la zona notte, intima e calda, con un grande armadio con ante in vetro bronzato riflettente che riscaldano lo spazio. Il televisore è sostituito da un sistema di proiezione a scomparsa. Una porta nascosta interrompe la continuità della parete. Lì dentro troviamo il bagno personale, ma sicuramente la stanza più seducente. Una grande doccia per due persone con tutti i comfort del mercato: bocchette a cascata, soffioni colorati, struttura wellness e tubo dell’acqua! Una mezza luna di specchio retroilluminato poggia su un lungo piano dove prendono posto i due lavabi. I vasi, invece, poggiano su una parete accessoria che non solo nasconde i sistemi di scarico, ma ha anche la funzione di contenitore. L’illuminazione del bagno è progettata per garantire il relax nei momenti più intimi della giornata. Le camerette di Ginevra e Virginia sono totalmente personalizzate e progettate per sfruttare al meglio lo spazio. Particolare attenzione è stata dedicata alla scelta delle tonalità dei tessuti delle pareti e degli armadi. Il bagno cieco delle ragazze contiene una doccia grande ed elegante, progettata con un’ampia nicchia. All’interno del bagno sono stati aggiunti ulteriori vani accessori come mensole e ripiani utili per contenere prodotti e biancheria da bagno.

Luxury Villa Algarve Portugal

Bemment Interior design

This dining room was design to accommodated a large group for fine dining experience. The room has a bespoke wood feature wall and an elegant chandelier leading down the bespoke glass dinging table. All chairs has been carefully selected to keep the theme of 'bring in nature'.

Vacation Residence

Rockridge Fine Homes

Contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Vancouver with brown walls, porcelain floors, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Grace of light

Bellas Artes

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Valencia with beige walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, grey floor and wood walls.

Renovation - Thys

Designs by Meraki

Contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with brown walls, porcelain floors, white floor and wood walls.

Изба

Галина Милошевич

This is an example of a dining room in Moscow with porcelain floors, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Porcelain Floors and Wood 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!