An exquisite colonial house on The Peak, Hong Kong. This was a very unique project — the client asked Alice to design and furnish the house from top-to-bottom. She worked very closely with her client to create an impressively stylish and interesting interior which also felt warm and familiar to this English family, helping them feel at home in their new surroundings.

Modern Dining room

Tami Smight Interiors

Farrow and Ball Lotus wallpaper is complimented by the simple pleated drapery on black iron rods. The client invited us to design around her existing dining table and chairs. We added the leather host and hostess chairs, Lotus wallpaper, new paint color and area rug and the modern chandelier. It all comes together nicely, do you think?

Totteridge Manor House

Emilie Fournet Interiors

An old and dark transitionary space was transformed into a bright and fresh dining room. The dining room is off a conservatory and brings the outside in the house by using plants and greenery.

Myrtle House

Regarding Design

Built in the iconic neighborhood of Mount Curve, just blocks from the lakes, Walker Art Museum, and restaurants, this is city living at its best. Myrtle House is a design-build collaboration with Hage Homes and Regarding Design with expertise in Southern-inspired architecture and gracious interiors. With a charming Tudor exterior and modern interior layout, this house is perfect for all ages. Rooted in the architecture of the past with a clean and contemporary influence, Myrtle House bridges the gap between stunning historic detailing and modern living. A sense of charm and character is created through understated and honest details, with scale and proportion being paramount to the overall effect. Classical elements are featured throughout the home, including wood paneling, crown molding, cabinet built-ins, and cozy window seating, creating an ambiance steeped in tradition. While the kitchen and family room blend together in an open space for entertaining and family time, there are also enclosed spaces designed with intentional use in mind.

Modern Prairie Renovation

Hillside Manor Decor

Reflective Conversations This gorgeous custom Prairie Modern-Style home boasts the beautiful architectural details of the 1920s era but with the modern sustainability at the forefront of its design! There are custom elements throughout the home and this dining room is no exception! This space was designed to bring the outside in and fills the space with beautiful natural light throughout the day! Custom touches such as the floral drapery, vinyl Grasscloth wallcovering, and newly upholstered McGuire Target chairs pull the space together to honor the client’s colorful focal abstract painting.

The Isle of Wight Project

April Hamilton Interiors LLP

Glamorous dining room design
Inspiration for a large contemporary separate dining room in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Bayfront Beauty

April Balliette

Expansive contemporary open plan dining in Tampa with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and wallpaper.

A Lasting Impression

Mauricio Nava Design, LLC

Large mediterranean separate dining room in Houston with grey walls, brown floor, wallpaper, wallpaper and dark hardwood floors.

Private Residence- Wandsworth

Rosendale Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary separate dining room in London with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

South End Townhouse

Elms Interior Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Dining Room and Entry

Homes by Design

This dining room is located to the right of a grand two-story entry and foyer. It features a custom coffered ceiling, small built-in buffet, and modern light fixture. Architectural details bring all of the spaces together for a flowing and cohesive look.

Easton, CT Dining Room

LAURIE BLUMENFELD DESIGN

Handpainted on Japanese rice paper, the bold floral wallpaper envelopes this sophisticated dining room in a classic Easton, Connecticut home. Anchored by clean lined contemporary modern Danish furnishings, the welcoming dining room is custom designed for entertaining in pure style.

Kensington Terrace

Tollgard Design Group

Design ideas for a large contemporary separate dining room in London with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor and wallpaper.

Full Home -Transitional Refresh

Twilly and Fig

This transitional violet and grey dining room is sophisticated, bright, and airy! The room features a geometric, violet wallpaper paired with neutral, transitional furnishings. A round heather grey dining table and neutral, upholstered armchairs provide the perfect intimate setting. An unexpected modern chandelier is the finishing touch to this space.

University Park Whole Home Renovation

Curate Studios, LLC

Whole home renovation in University Park, Texas. Project included custom printed holographic wallcovering from Switzerland by Jakob Schlaepfer.
Photo of a large transitional separate dining room in Dallas with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Harbor Heights

k+co LIVING - Interiors by Karen B Wolf

Roomy farmhouse dining room with plush chairs surrounding a large gray-wood table.
This is an example of a large transitional dining room in New York with medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Deep River Estate

Sally Scott Interior Designer

Using the Client's dining table and chairs, the rest of the room underwent a transformation. Soft tones of blue, used throughout the first floor of the home, blend with grays and creamy white in the hand printed grass cloth wallpaper by Scalamandre. Linen drapery panels are embellished with a wide suede banding from Samuel and Sons. A Sunbrella fabric is used on the window seat cushions to avoid fading, and throw pillows matching the wallpaper and drapery are the finishing touch.

Modernized Traditional

J Lynn Design Group

This Naples home was the typical Florida Tuscan Home design, our goal was to modernize the design with cleaner lines but keeping the Traditional Moulding elements throughout the home. This is a great example of how to de-tuscanize your home.

Dining Rooms

Laurel Alexander Interiors

This formal dining space exhibits an outstanding blend of finishes and styles, all coming together to give it a formal yet comfortable space in which to gather and entertain. Photo Credit: Savaza Photography | Atlanta, GA

Chestnut Woods Residence

At Home Design LLC

This dining room seats up to ten, with the Moroccan influenced rug inspiring the rest of the room. Two Curry and Company woven pendant lights brighten the space in addition to the inlaid ceiling lights, and the elegant walnut dining table provides plenty of room to serve as many dishes as you like. Serving multiple courses is effortless with the open kitchen just a few steps away.

Dining Room Design Ideas with 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!