Los clientes me contactaran para realizar una reforma de la área living de su casa porque no se sentían a gusto con los espacios que tenían, ya que eran muy cerrados, obstruyan la luz y no eran prácticos para su estilo de vida. De este modo, lo primero que sugerimos ha sido tirar las paredes del hall de entrada, eliminar el armario empotrado en esa área que también bloqueaba el espacio y la pared maestra divisoria entre la cocina y salón. Hemos redistribuido el espacio para una cocina y hall abiertos con una península que comunican con el comedor y salón. El resultado es un espacio living acogedor donde toda la familia puede convivir en conjunto, sin ninguna barrera. La casa se ha vuelto mas luminosa y comunica también con el espacio exterior. Los clientes nos comentaran que muchas veces dejan la puerta del jardín abierta y pueden estar cocinando y viendo las plantas del exterior, lo que para ellos es un placer. Los muebles de la cocina se han dibujado à medida y realizado con nuestro carpintero de confianza. Para el color de los armarios se han realizado varias muestras, hasta que conseguimos el tono ideal, ya que era un requisito muy importante. Todos los electrodomésticos se han empotrado y hemos dejado a vista 2 nichos para dar mas ligereza al mueble y poder colocar algo decorativo. Cada vez más el espacio entre salón y cocina se diluye, entonces dibujamos cocinas que son una extensión de este espacio y le llamamos al conjunto el espacio Living o zona día. A nivel de materiales, se han utilizado, tiradores de la marca italiana Formani, la encimera y salpicadero son de Porcelanosa Xstone, fregadero de Blanco, grifería de Plados, lámparas de la casa francesa Honoré Deco y papel de pared con hojas tropicales de Casamance.

Modern Beach House

Patterson Custom Homes

Ryan Garvin
This is an example of a beach style dining room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and beige floor.

Enhancing views

Bekom Design

Designers: Susan Bowen & Revital Kaufman-Meron Photos: LucidPic Photography - Rich Anderson
Design ideas for a large modern dining room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and beige floor.

St. Helena Hillside Hideaway

JMA (Jim Murphy and Associates)

Technical Imagery Studios
Design ideas for an expansive country dining room in San Francisco with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, beige floor and slate floors.

Custom Home in Riley

Freestyle Interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary dining room in Miami with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Modern Seaside Dining Room

Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.

The open kitchen, dining, and living room floor plan creates a wonderful space for entertaining.
Mid-sized modern kitchen/dining combo in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and beige floor.

Dining Room

SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.

Dining room and main hallway. Modern fireplace wall has herringbone tile pattern and custom wood shelving. The main hall has custom wood trusses that bring the feel of the 16' tall ceilings down to earth. The steel dining table is 4' x 10' and was built specially for the space.

Modern Living/Dining Room

ZeroEnergy Design

Photo of a large contemporary dining room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, beige floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Lakewood Remodel

Ariel Bleich Design

Photo of a transitional open plan dining in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and brown floor.

Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors

Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.

Custom Made & Installed by: Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc. White Oak Herringbone in a natural finish.
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and beige floor.

Corona Del Mar

McRae Lambert Dunn

Design ideas for a large contemporary separate dining room in Orange County with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, beige floor and concrete floors.

Pride Rock

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

The objective was to create a warm neutral space to later customize to a specific colour palate/preference of the end user for this new construction home being built to sell. A high-end contemporary feel was requested to attract buyers in the area. An impressive kitchen that exuded high class and made an impact on guests as they entered the home, without being overbearing. The space offers an appealing open floorplan conducive to entertaining with indoor-outdoor flow. Due to the spec nature of this house, the home had to remain appealing to the builder, while keeping a broad audience of potential buyers in mind. The challenge lay in creating a unique look, with visually interesting materials and finishes, while not being so unique that potential owners couldn’t envision making it their own. The focus on key elements elevates the look, while other features blend and offer support to these striking components. As the home was built for sale, profitability was important; materials were sourced at best value, while retaining high-end appeal. Adaptations to the home’s original design plan improve flow and usability within the kitchen-greatroom. The client desired a rich dark finish. The chosen colours tie the kitchen to the rest of the home (creating unity as combination, colours and materials, is repeated throughout). Photos- Paul Grdina

Dining Room

Cynthia J. Hoffman Interior Design, Inc.

Italian pendant lighting stands out against the custom graduated slate fireplace, custom old-growth redwood slab dining table with casters, contemporary high back host chairs with stainless steel nailhead trim, custom wool area rug, custom hand-planed walnut buffet with sliding doors and drawers, hand-planed Port Orford cedar beams, earth plaster walls and ceiling. Joel Berman glass sliding doors with stainless steel barn door hardware Photo:: Michael R. Timmer

Mount Pleasant House - Dining Space + Kitchen

Roundabout Studio Inc.

This is an example of a scandinavian kitchen/dining combo in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

Pimlico Townhouse

Perfect Integration Ltd

Inspiration for a large contemporary dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Modern Barn

Robin McGarry Interior Design

Photo of a transitional dining room in New York with white walls and a ribbon fireplace.

Federal Heights Remodel

Imbue Design

Imbue Design
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Salt Lake City with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Modern Lakehouse

IDESIGN - Interiors by Kristin

This modern lakeside home in Manitoba exudes our signature luxurious yet laid back aesthetic.
Large transitional dining room in Other with white walls, laminate floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and panelled walls.

Contemporary Dining Room

This is an example of a contemporary open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, brown floor and wood walls.

PH Tribeca

B Interior

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern open plan dining in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Dining Room Design Ideas with White Walls and a Ribbon Fireplace

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!