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

Rose Hill Dr Formal Dining Room

3SI Design

Contemporary/ Modern Formal Dining room, slat round dining table, green modern chairs, abstract rug, reflective ceiling, vintage mirror, slat wainscotting

Farmhouse on the Lake

SKD Architects

Saari & Forrai Photography MSI Custom Homes, LLC
Photo of a large country kitchen/dining combo in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Redesign Interior

Perfect Match Homes

Dining area to the great room, designed with the focus on the short term rental users wanting to stay in a Texas Farmhouse style.
This is an example of a large kitchen/dining combo in Austin with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Wine cabinet

Jody Snider Homes, Inc.

We love this 2 tone cabinet setup that features a tall wine cabinet. This area makes it simple to serve meals during the holidays.
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts kitchen/dining combo in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

European Modern

Deep River Partners

Existing beam detail at the great room’s double-height vaulted ceiling is now a highlighted feature made to frame the large picture windows that draw the lake views in. The second-floor balcony enjoys the same views. A two-sided fireplace joins to the sunroom. The open design flows to the dining room, which is defined by the ladder ceiling beams and prominent light fixture. A walk-in wine room was added for easy hospitality with a refined display. Kitchen updates support entertaining with professional appliances, an oversized island and custom cabinetry for ample storage. Lighting design creates dramatic highlights while providing needed task lighting. A secondary sink looking onto the lake creates a composed and efficient preparation zone.

Conservatory & Kitchen Extensions

Catherine Wilman Interiors

Another view I've not shared before of our extension project in Maida Vale, West London. I think this shot truly reveals the glass 'skylight' ceiling which gives the dining area such a wonderful 'outdoor-in' experience. The brief for the family home was to design a rear extension with an open-plan kitchen and dining area. The bespoke banquette seating with a soft grey fabric offers plenty of room for the family and provides useful storage under the seats. And the sliding glass doors by @maxlightltd open out onto the garden.

Interior Design // Newnan GA

Robyn Studios Architecture & Interiors

The client wanted to change the color scheme and punch up the style with accessories such as curtains, rugs, and flowers. The couple had the entire downstairs painted and installed new light fixtures throughout.

Stately Colonial

Teakwood Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a traditional kitchen/dining combo in Boston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Estes Park Avenue

Inside Stories

Modern eclectic dining room.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Denver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Durango

Jessica Koltun Home

Classic, timeless and ideally positioned on a sprawling corner lot set high above the street, discover this designer dream home by Jessica Koltun. The blend of traditional architecture and contemporary finishes evokes feelings of warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece unlike no other. This extraordinary home is at the pinnacle of prestige and lifestyle with a convenient address to all that Dallas has to offer.

Wheaton

PurezaWood

Dining area with custom wide plank flooring, beverage storage space, white walls and a chandelier.
Mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Chicago with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | WA

Flooret

Clean and bright for a space where you can clear your mind and relax. Unique knots bring life and intrigue to this tranquil maple design. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Traditional Villa gets glammed up!

Alpha 1 Builders

This dining area is so chic. the dark timber table and buffet unit are so elegant and really define the space. Paired with the crisp white and cool grey another timeless style here. The rug gives texture and warmth and defines the space. what a great place to sit and connect with friends and family.

Ann Arbor Traditional Kitchen Redesign

Forward Design Build Remodel

Our clients came to us wanting to update their kitchen while keeping their traditional and timeless style. They desired to open up the kitchen to the dining room and to widen doorways to make the kitchen feel less closed off from the rest of the home. They wanted to create more functional storage and working space at the island. Other goals were to replace the sliding doors to the back deck, add mudroom storage and update lighting for a brighter, cleaner look. We created a kitchen and dining space that brings our homeowners joy to cook, dine and spend time together in. We installed a longer, more functional island with barstool seating in the kitchen. We added pantry cabinets with roll out shelves. We widened the doorways and opened up the wall between the kitchen and dining room. We added cabinetry with glass display doors in the kitchen and also the dining room. We updated the lighting and replaced sliding doors to the back deck. In the mudroom, we added closed storage and a built-in bench.

Dining Room between the kitchen and patio

The Decorator, LLC

Mid-sized traditional kitchen/dining combo in Denver with white walls, no fireplace and coffered.

Eel Brook Common Kitchen

Into interior design

Photo credit Veronica Rodriguez Interior Photography
Large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in London with ceramic floors, beige floor and coffered.

Oakwood Kitchen Renovation

Greater Dayton Building & Remodeling

The dining space, connected to the kitchen offers the same bright white cabinets and additional bench seating.
Photo of an expansive traditional kitchen/dining combo in Other with dark hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Otis Street Residence

Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen/dining combo in Boston with beige walls, carpet, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Bold Sophisticated Chic

Lina Norell Designs LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Atlanta with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, coffered and wallpaper.

Kitchen/Dining Combo Design Ideas with Coffered

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!