Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Chicago with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Sophisticated Coastal Transitional

Ally Whalen Design

This is an example of a transitional separate dining room in Orlando with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and wallpaper.

猫と暮らす中庭のある家

猫と建築社

ダイニングから中庭、リビングを見る
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan dining in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Russian Hill view property

EAG Studio

Transitional separate dining room in San Francisco with black walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and panelled walls.

ななのはな　Sheared Space

ななのはな（nananohana)

築30年以上の住宅をリフォームして、事務所兼シェアスペースにしました。出来る限りあるものを活かして整えています。・壁紙の張り替え・照明をダクトレールに変更・床を畳からフローリングに変更
Small scandinavian dining room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

御津日暮の家（豊川市）　ダイニング　キッチン

Dikta Architects office 一級建築士事務所

「御津日暮の家」LDK空間です。リビングとダイニングは間仕切りで分けることができます。
Mid-sized open plan dining with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Rezo

YUTOROSU architects

Mid-sized modern open plan dining in Tokyo Suburbs with white walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, black floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Кухня

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with vinyl floors, beige floor, wallpaper, beige walls, no fireplace and wallpaper.

Feeling Blue? : Dining Room

Tamara Day Design

Photo of a transitional separate dining room in Kansas City with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Amarra Estate

Marion Interior Design

Design ideas for a large mediterranean separate dining room in Austin with white walls, marble floors, no fireplace, white floor and wallpaper.

Ｉ邸（さいたま市緑区の分譲地）

nUe,inc.

Inspiration for a small midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

ダイニングからリビングを見る

一級建築士事務所エイチ・アーキテクツ

ダイニングの左側に三角形の坪庭があります。外側にもう一枚外壁がまわっていますので、対面する高層アパートからの視線をゆるやかに遮りながら、やわらかな光が入ります。
Small modern open plan dining in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Larva

YUTOROSU architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Other with white walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, grey floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

谷戸の家

株式会社前田工務店

Open plan dining in Other with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, grey floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

European Cape Cod Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

The back of this 1920s brick and siding Cape Cod gets a compact addition to create a new Family room, open Kitchen, Covered Entry, and Master Bedroom Suite above. European-styling of the interior was a consideration throughout the design process, as well as with the materials and finishes. The project includes all cabinetry, built-ins, shelving and trim work (even down to the towel bars!) custom made on site by the home owner. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery

ナチュラルにまとめたLDK

株式会社高野工務店

白いクロスとカバ桜の床材の２色でまとめたナチュラルな空間。
This is an example of a small scandinavian open plan dining in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

公団住宅リノベーション

ふたば設計一級建築士事務所

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan dining in Kobe with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

天空のリビングルーム

moi

マンションインテリア。ダイニング側から見た景色。ゆったりとしたテーブルを囲んでのダイニングスペース。デザイン・機能共に素晴らしい家具はアルフレックス社のものです。ダイニングスペースに柔らかな灯を落としてくれるペンダントライトがゲストやご家族との親近感をより一層深めて楽しいひと時を演出してくれます。

Lucas Family Farmhouse

BGI Design

Large country open plan dining in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Frisco, TX Mediterranean Home goes Modern

Nicole Arnold Interiors

A sophisticated, yet livable, redesign took this Mediterranean-style home from old-world to a transitional/soft contemporary look. Opting to acknowledge the client’s past New York, Miami and LA residences, modern touches were added throughout. Leveraging the new kitchen backsplash, mixed hues and patterns of blues and grays flow through each room, adding cohesive style as well as needed pops of color. The neutral color palette of the main upholstery pieces and multi-colored artwork allows the homeowner’s future flexibility to introduce different colored accents to their rooms, creating new looks and maximizing the possibilities within their existing design. In the main living space, a dramatic, large-scale tile design created a newly-defined statement wall in the family room—balancing the originally problematic offset fireplace. The oyster shell artwork above the fireplace, geometric etagere, and soft and sleek seating complement the tile and allow it to remain a grounding element in the room, while colorful artwork, rugs, and upholstery ensure the room stays lively. The brightly lit dining room boasts a bold blue hue and dramatic drapery to make an impactful statement without upstaging the rest of the surrounding rooms. A mica-chipped accent wall in the bedroom was the perfect backdrop to the white lacquer and chrome details in the furnishings. We added additional vivid fuchsia accents (the clients’ favorite color) and fuzzy textures to balance the edgy details, keeping an overall soft, feminine look.

Dining Room Design Ideas with No Fireplace and Wallpaper

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!