A contemporary holiday home located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula featuring rammed earth walls, timber lined ceilings and flagstone floors. This home incorporates strong, natural elements and the joinery throughout features custom, stained oak timber cabinetry and natural limestone benchtops. With a nod to the mid century modern era and a balance of natural, warm elements this home displays a uniquely Australian design style. This home is a cocoon like sanctuary for rejuvenation and relaxation with all the modern conveniences one could wish for thoughtfully integrated.

Organic Modern, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

We fully furnished this open concept Dining Room with an asymmetrical wood and iron base table by Taracea at its center. It is surrounded by comfortable and care-free stain resistant fabric seat dining chairs. Above the table is a custom onyx chandelier commissioned by the architect Lake Flato. We helped find the original fine artwork for our client to complete this modern space and add the bold colors this homeowner was seeking as the pop to this neutral toned room. This large original art is created by Tess Muth, San Antonio, TX.

Glam Oakland Dining Room Chandelier

Kimball Starr Interior Design

Dark brown ring-backed dining chairs are high style, especially underneath a tiered glass chandelier. The heavy, more masculine dining room table and dark chairs are balanced with a copper triptych over the textured wallpaper, vases of greenery, and purple flowers.

Meydenbauer Bay

Dandi Interior Design Studio

PNW modern dining room, freshly remodel in 2023. With tongue & groove ceiling detail and shou sugi wood accent this dining room is the quintessential PNW modern design.

Big Fir Vineyard

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

A feature unique to this house, the inset nook functions like an inverted bay window on the interior, with built-in bench seating included, while simultaneously providing built-in seating for the exterior eating area as well. Large sliding windows allow the boundary to dissolve completely here. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.

Rénovation complète d'un appartement

VIRGINIE HEISSAT - Décoratrice d'Intérieur

Inspiration for a large contemporary dining room in Rennes with wood, beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Yurivka

Poltavets Studio

This is a family house renovation project. Our task was to develop a design that can be implemented in a month and at the same time get a modern and quiet family nest.

Столовая

Виктория Лапухина

Photo of a country dining room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted, wood and wood walls.

The Bluff house dining and living room in Pismo Beach

Schaefer Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary open plan dining in San Luis Obispo with beige walls, brown floor, wood, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Contemporary Dining Room

This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Omaha with beige walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and wood.

Los Gatos Farmhouse

Peter Vincent Architects

Mid-sized country dining room in San Francisco with beige walls, limestone floors, beige floor, wood and exposed beam.

Bell Street

Well Appointed Kitchens, Baths & Designs

This is an example of a transitional dining room in Kansas City with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and wood.

Montana Dog House

Heather Scott Home & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country dining room in Austin with beige walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

Eat-in Kitchen

Vicki Simon Interior Design

breakfast area in kitchen with exposed wood slat ceiling and painted paneled tongue and groove fir wall finish. Custom concrete and glass dining table.

Rénovation d'une demeure bourgeoise

Anne Rose BOUYER - KAURI ARCHITECTURE

La suspension "végétale" fait écho au paysage du jardin en arrière-plan. Moderne, la teinte cannage naturelle apporte douceur et harmonie avec le mobilier ancien conservé.

Modern Penthouse

LK Design

This project began with an entire penthouse floor of open raw space which the clients had the opportunity to section off the piece that suited them the best for their needs and desires. As the design firm on the space, LK Design was intricately involved in determining the borders of the space and the way the floor plan would be laid out. Taking advantage of the southwest corner of the floor, we were able to incorporate three large balconies, tremendous views, excellent light and a layout that was open and spacious. There is a large master suite with two large dressing rooms/closets, two additional bedrooms, one and a half additional bathrooms, an office space, hearth room and media room, as well as the large kitchen with oversized island, butler's pantry and large open living room. The clients are not traditional in their taste at all, but going completely modern with simple finishes and furnishings was not their style either. What was produced is a very contemporary space with a lot of visual excitement. Every room has its own distinct aura and yet the whole space flows seamlessly. From the arched cloud structure that floats over the dining room table to the cathedral type ceiling box over the kitchen island to the barrel ceiling in the master bedroom, LK Design created many features that are unique and help define each space. At the same time, the open living space is tied together with stone columns and built-in cabinetry which are repeated throughout that space. Comfort, luxury and beauty were the key factors in selecting furnishings for the clients. The goal was to provide furniture that complimented the space without fighting it.

Kitchen Renovation Co.Louth

Hestia

breakfast bar area, white dekton waterfall effect worktop, style with black and brass bar stools and reeded glass and brass pendant lighting
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan dining in Other with beige walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and wood.

VT/LAC CHAMPLAIN

Studio MMA Architecture + Design

This is an example of a large contemporary open plan dining in Montreal with beige walls, light hardwood floors, wood and wood walls.

Five Creek Road

Talie Jane Interiors

New flooring, reclaimed wood ceiling treatment, paint, furnishings
Design ideas for a mid-sized country separate dining room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

Artistry Palm Beach - Trumbull Model Dining Room

Masterpiece Design Group

This dining room is tasteful done with the oversized tile, modern chairs and table, and flashy chandeliers. The drapes and wood tones combined is simply perfect for the modern glam style.

Dining Room Design Ideas with Beige Walls and Wood

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!