Our Toorak project is a unified vision, the result of seamless collaboration between clients and designers. Moving away from their previous traditional style home, the homeowners desired a more contemporary look with unexpected pieces. Massimo Interiors offered a spacious feel suitable for hosting large gatherings of family and friends, where the comfortable space allows children to play and people to sit, eat and move around. Care was taken when selecting durable fabrics in order to establish a child-friendly yet sophisticated space. The European oak floorboards offset the predominantly monochromatic colour scheme, creating a light and elegant interior, complemented with the occasional classic piece. The main living area features an extra large floor rug that unifies separate seating areas for different activities. To create balance and drama, Massimo Interiors arranged two large sofas facing each other, separated by two luxurious ottomans. Near the fireplace lies a second seating area designed for reading or relaxing by the warm glow of the fire. The rich layering of different materials such as polished timber, stainless steel, marble, glass, and velvet provided contrast with the pared-back kitchen and dining areas. Accent colour, such as the aubergine fabric of the cut-velvet Louis XV French Bergere lounge chair, complements the colours of the Australian artworks, echoed in the choice of scatter cushions. The dining room boasts two oversized pendant light fittings link to the pattern on the living room ottomans. To add a touch of old-world charm, a striking portrait completes the clean and crisp space. In the master bedroom, a palette of pale gold, burnt orange, turquoise and green inspires the scatter cushions, tying the room together. Hand-blown amber glass table lamps with linen shades, establish an intimate, warm appeal. Every detail, every object and every decoration – from the fabric to the wall colour to the artworks has been curated in details.

Capitoul

BOH DECO

Une cuisine avec le nouveau système box, complètement intégrée et dissimulée dans le séjour et une salle à manger.
Inspiration for a large transitional kitchen/dining combo in Montpellier with beige walls, travertine floors, no fireplace, beige floor and exposed beam.

Desert Contemporary Residence: Dining Room

Design Directives, LLC

Contemporary desert home with natural materials. Wood, stone and copper elements throughout the house. Floors are vein-cut travertine, walls are stacked stone or dry wall with hand painted faux finish. Project designed by Susie Hersker’s Scottsdale interior design firm Design Directives. Design Directives is active in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Sedona, and beyond. For more about Design Directives, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/

Houzz Tours - Louise Johansen

Mia Mortensen Photography

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Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian separate dining room in Aarhus with white walls, painted wood floors, no fireplace and white floor.

ルーバーの家

STUDIO COM

Photo of a scandinavian open plan dining in Nagoya with white walls, painted wood floors and grey floor.

Styling av hem inför foto

Annika Kampmann Inredningsstylist

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian separate dining room in Stockholm with white walls, painted wood floors and white floor.

Bright English Beach Cottage

Alison Kandler Interior Design

David Tsay for HGTV Magazine
Photo of a mid-sized beach style kitchen/dining combo in Los Angeles with painted wood floors, white walls and multi-coloured floor.

Luxury Loft Apartment Kitchen

Oliver Burns

Residing against a backdrop of characterful brickwork and arched metal windows, exposed bulbs hang effortlessly above an industrial style trestle table and an eclectic mix of chairs in this loft apartment kitchen

New England Cottage

Pierce Allen

Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in New York with grey walls, painted wood floors and white floor.

Axis Mundi

New York, New York | For a young novelist, Axis Mundi provided some quick design response on how to recharge her Dining Area. We applied a bold color-field striped wallpaper, selected a carbon-fiber Moooi chandelier by Bertjan Pot, Jasper Morrison felt chairs and an oval Eero Saarinen dining table. The custom wallpaper can be directly ordered from Axis Mundi. Design: John Beckmann

Bert and May House Renovation

Rory Robertson

Rory Robertson
Photo of an eclectic dining room in London with black walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Design Ideas by Waypoint Living Spaces

Waypoint Living Spaces

This is an example of a large country kitchen/dining combo in DC Metro with travertine floors, beige floor, beige walls and no fireplace.

Contemporary Dining Room

Photo of a contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Dallas with painted wood floors, white walls and blue floor.

Custom Dining room niche

An Original, Inc.

11' half Gothic Arch bookcases. Contrasting . Photo by Karl Baumgart.
Large traditional separate dining room in Phoenix with beige walls and travertine floors.

Bayview Project, Kona, Hawai'i

Greg Putman Construction

dining room overlooking lanai, pool and ocean view
Large tropical kitchen/dining combo in Hawaii with beige walls, travertine floors and no fireplace.

Residence 8

Posh Exclusive Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary separate dining room in New Orleans with red walls, travertine floors and no fireplace.

McCallum

Ryan Street Architects

Ryann Ford
Mediterranean dining room in Austin with white walls and travertine floors.

Lake Chateau

Nate Fischer Interiors

This is an example of a beach style dining room in Orange County with painted wood floors and white floor.

The Quist Residence

Khameleon Builders, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional dining room in Other with white walls, travertine floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Roselle

On Edge Design & Construction

Mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Chicago with grey walls, travertine floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Painted Wood Floors and Travertine 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!