A complete new build in Adelaide's east, it stands strong with nods to contemporary barn influences.⁠
Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Adelaide with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Kitchen

Look Design Group

Large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, plywood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Kitchen & Dining

Atlas Architects

Situated along the coastal foreshore of Inverloch surf beach, this 7.4 star energy efficient home represents a lifestyle change for our clients. ‘’The Nest’’, derived from its nestled-among-the-trees feel, is a peaceful dwelling integrated into the beautiful surrounding landscape. Inspired by the quintessential Australian landscape, we used rustic tones of natural wood, grey brickwork and deep eucalyptus in the external palette to create a symbiotic relationship between the built form and nature. The Nest is a home designed to be multi purpose and to facilitate the expansion and contraction of a family household. It integrates users with the external environment both visually and physically, to create a space fully embracive of nature.

Dining Room

Order & Grace

Inspiration for a large beach style kitchen/dining combo in Sydney with white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Monterey Heights Remodel - Kitchen Breakfast Nook

Gisela Schmoll Architect, PC

Two rooms with three doors were merged to make one large kitchen. Architecture by Gisela Schmoll Architect PC Interior Design by JL Interior Design Photography by Thomas Kuoh Engineering by Framework Engineering

Deux Pièces en Villes

MELANIE LALLEMAND ARCHITECTURES

Photos © Hélène Hilaire
Design ideas for a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Chattanooga Home Updated

The Green Room Interiors

This dining room update was part of an ongoing project with the main goal of updating the 1990's spaces while creating a comfortable, sophisticated design aesthetic. New pieces were incorporated with existing family heirlooms.

Hogar de Nuria y Miguel

Leticia Yagüez Estudio

This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Madrid with light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mid Century Modern Remodel

C&R Remodeling

This mid century modern home boasted irreplaceable features including original wood cabinets, wood ceiling, and a wall of floor to ceiling windows. C&R developed a design that incorporated the existing details with additional custom cabinets that matched perfectly. A new lighting plan, quartz counter tops, plumbing fixtures, tile backsplash and floors, and new appliances transformed this kitchen while retaining all the mid century flavor.

Baker's Kitchen

Haus Interior Design

Before renovating, this bright and airy family kitchen was small, cramped and dark. The dining room was being used for spillover storage, and there was hardly room for two cooks in the kitchen. By knocking out the wall separating the two rooms, we created a large kitchen space with plenty of storage, space for cooking and baking, and a gathering table for kids and family friends. The dark navy blue cabinets set apart the area for baking, with a deep, bright counter for cooling racks, a tiled niche for the mixer, and pantries dedicated to baking supplies. The space next to the beverage center was used to create a beautiful eat-in dining area with an over-sized pendant and provided a stunning focal point visible from the front entry. Touches of brass and iron are sprinkled throughout and tie the entire room together. Photography by Stacy Zarin

Sandy Lake Kitchen Renovation

Pineapple House Interior Design

The built-in banquette frames and showcases the client’s treasured leaded glass triptych as it surrounds a hammered copper breakfast table with a steel base. The built-in banquette frames and showcases the client’s treasured leaded glass triptych as it surrounds a hammered copper breakfast tabletop. A Bonisolli Photography

Dining Rooms

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

An open concept Dining Room and Kitchen combination, featuring a round dining table for 6 with modern cascading light fixture above. A modern floating staircase with glass panel railing sits next to a hallway flooded by lighting from the modern vertical windows and small wall sconces.

8 Is Enough

ASF Interiors, LLC

Look at this Candice Olson wallpaper. This was the pull for room's design. Having the higher wanes coating, I wanted to make sure that the eye still continued up the wall. The wallpaper is eye catching and exciting to see. So happy how it turned out.

Mid-Century Modern Sacramento Home

Benning Design Construction

Photo of a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Sacramento with grey walls, porcelain floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and grey floor.

The Bedford House

Lori Dennis Interior Design

Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Backyard Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling windows and modern sliding glass doors expand the living space to the outdoors.

Wood Farmhouse Kitchen & Dining | Kimball Starr Interior Design

Kimball Starr Interior Design

This modern farmhouse dining area is enveloped in cedar-wood walls and showcases a gorgeous white glass chandelier.
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and wood walls.

Traditional White Kitchen & Mudroom Remodel

The Cleary Company

Breakfast nook - Existing bay window highlighted with installation of new custom bench with storage. Bench seat stained same color as island countertop.

Mid Century Modern Small Space Update

Ward 5 Design

Inspiration for a small midcentury kitchen/dining combo in New York.

STONECREST FARMHOUSE

Choux Designs

Mid-sized country kitchen/dining combo in DC Metro with white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Dexter Colonial (Midcentury Modern Remodel)

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This is an example of a large midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Detroit with grey walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen/Dining Combo Design Ideas

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!