This 5,200-square foot modern farmhouse is located on Manhattan Beach’s Fourth Street, which leads directly to the ocean. A raw stone facade and custom-built Dutch front-door greets guests, and customized millwork can be found throughout the home. The exposed beams, wooden furnishings, rustic-chic lighting, and soothing palette are inspired by Scandinavian farmhouses and breezy coastal living. The home’s understated elegance privileges comfort and vertical space. To this end, the 5-bed, 7-bath (counting halves) home has a 4-stop elevator and a basement theater with tiered seating and 13-foot ceilings. A third story porch is separated from the upstairs living area by a glass wall that disappears as desired, and its stone fireplace ensures that this panoramic ocean view can be enjoyed year-round. This house is full of gorgeous materials, including a kitchen backsplash of Calacatta marble, mined from the Apuan mountains of Italy, and countertops of polished porcelain. The curved antique French limestone fireplace in the living room is a true statement piece, and the basement includes a temperature-controlled glass room-within-a-room for an aesthetic but functional take on wine storage. The takeaway? Efficiency and beauty are two sides of the same coin.

White Oak House

Boxwood Avenue

This beautiful custom home built by Bowlin Built and designed by Boxwood Avenue in the Reno Tahoe area features creamy walls painted with Benjamin Moore's Swiss Coffee and white oak custom cabinetry. This dining room design is complete with a custom floating brass bistro bar and gorgeous brass light fixture.

Harmony Club Modern Farmhouse

restyle design, llc

This everyday dining space is so cozy and inviting. We used an indoor/outdoor rug from Dash and Albert, farmhouse table and cafe chairs in reclaimed wood, and an oversized buffet from Classic Home Furnishings. Added warmth with draperies in Pindler fabric and tongue and groove ceiling.

Contemporary Farmhouse

KGA Studio Architects, PC

Design ideas for a large country dining room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and timber.

Lakefront Beauty

Jeff Puckett Construction Inc

Modern farmhouse kitchen with rustic elements and modern conveniences.
This is an example of a large country kitchen/dining combo in Other with medium hardwood floors, beige floor and timber.

Custom Home in Sunset, SC

Dillard-Jones Builders, LLC

Large transitional kitchen/dining combo in Other with dark hardwood floors and timber.

眺望のスカイリビングハウス／兵庫県宝塚市

近藤晃弘建築都市設計事務所／Akihiro Kondo architecture

Photo of a large modern open plan dining in Osaka with grey walls, plywood floors, brown floor, timber and wood walls.

Serene Midcentury Modern

Whimsily

Dining with custom pendant lighting.
Design ideas for a large midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, exposed beam, timber, vaulted and brown floor.

Minneapolis Whole Home Renovation

Revolution Design and Build

Design ideas for a large contemporary dining room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

The Ranch House in Almaden Valley

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Design ideas for a large country separate dining room in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and timber.

Atlantic Ave Sullivans Island

Showhomes Charleston

Photo of a large beach style open plan dining in Charleston with light hardwood floors, timber and planked wall panelling.

Holden Row

Area3 Design Studio Inc.

Large beach style open plan dining in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and timber.

Ocala, FL Home With Pecky Cypress and Midnight Heart Cypress

Goodwin Heart Pine Company

Design ideas for a large kitchen/dining combo in Orlando with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, timber and wood walls.

Montecito Transitional

DD Ford Construction

This is an example of a large transitional separate dining room in Santa Barbara with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, medium hardwood floors and timber.

Artisan Custom Homes

Jim Schmid Photography

Large, white, coastal-themed kitchen/ dining area with a big island and natural accents. Large glass doors and windows with a beautiful lake view.
Large beach style kitchen/dining combo in Charlotte with white walls, brown floor and timber.

Encino House Remodel - Dining Room

JHW Properties

The dining room of our MidCentury Modern Encino home remodel features a statement black shiplap vaulted ceiling paired with midcentury modern rectangular dining table and dining chairs. An accent piece of midcentury lighting, light hardwood floors on an open floor plan with large windows complete the space.

The Kelso | Bellevue Modern Farmhouse

JayMarc Homes

The Kelso's Dining Room is a charming and inviting space designed for family gatherings and entertaining guests. The black farmhouse dining light fixture hangs gracefully from the ceiling, creating a focal point and adding a touch of rustic elegance. The black windows provide a striking contrast against the light-colored elements in the room. The ceiling beams add architectural interest and contribute to the farmhouse aesthetic. The farmhouse dining table serves as the centerpiece, offering ample seating for family and friends. The gray hexagon tile flooring adds a modern and geometric touch, while the white cabinets provide storage and display space for tableware and decor. The light wooden shiplap ceiling adds warmth and character to the room. White chairs surround the wooden table, offering comfortable seating with a clean and timeless look. The white walls and white trim create a bright and airy atmosphere, enhancing the natural light in the space. A gray carpet defines the dining area and adds softness underfoot. The Kelso's Dining Room combines rustic elements with modern touches, creating a stylish and welcoming space for enjoying meals and creating lasting memories.

Think Outside the Kitchen “Box”! - Designer's HOME

TOC design & construction inc.

You Can Make It into a Multipurpose Room Using different rooms for different purposes is so outdated. These days, the majority of people want their kitchen to be a family-hub where everyone can gather for meals, but still have enough space to do their own thing too. Depending on the size of your kitchen, you may want to combine preparation and cooking areas with dining areas and living zones. Even if your kitchen isn’t huge, having an area in the kitchen where you can enjoy a meal or a glass of wine with friends will allow you to continue being part of the conversation even if you’re washing the dishes or preparing food.

VILLA DEBORA INTERNI

JFD - Juri Favilli Design

Photo of a large country kitchen/dining combo in Milan with exposed beam, timber, vaulted, grey walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Red Hill House

Bella Vie Interiors

This classic Queenslander home in Red Hill, was a major renovation and therefore an opportunity to meet the family’s needs. With three active children, this family required a space that was as functional as it was beautiful, not forgetting the importance of it feeling inviting. The resulting home references the classic Queenslander in combination with a refined mix of modern Hampton elements.

Large Dining Room Design Ideas with Timber

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!