This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Brisbane with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and recessed.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Moscow with beige walls, porcelain floors, white floor, recessed and panelled walls.

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Mid-sized eclectic separate dining room in San Francisco with grey walls, multi-coloured floor and recessed.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary separate dining room in Las Vegas with grey floor, recessed, ceramic floors and white walls.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in DC Metro with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Stunning green walls (Benjamin Moore "Night Train" #1567) surround large double hung windows and a seeded glass china cabinet. Black Chippendale chairs cozy up to the natural wood table, and a sisal rug keeps it all from being too serious.

This dining room is a play in textures. Textured wallcovering, a live edge dining table, a reflective globe chandelier harmonize together.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW As with most projects, it all started with the kitchen layout. The home owners came to us wanting to upgrade their kitchen and overall aesthetic in their suburban home, with a combination of fresh paint, updated finishes, and improved flow for more ease when doing everyday activities. A monochromatic, earth-toned palette left the kitchen feeling uninspired. It lacked the brightness they wanted from their space. An eat-in table underutilized the available square footage. The butler’s pantry was out of the way and hard to access, and the dining room felt detached from the kitchen. Lead Designer, Stephanie Cole, saw an improved layout for the spaces that were no longer working for this family. By eliminating an existing wall between the kitchen and dining room, and relocating the bar area to the dining room, we opened up the kitchen, providing all the space we needed to create a dreamy and functional layout. A new perimeter configuration promoted circulation while also making space for a large and functional island loaded with seating – a must for any family. Because an island that isn’t big enough for everyone (and a few more) is a recipe for disaster. The light white cabinetry is fresh and contrasts with the deeper tones in the wood flooring, creating a modern aesthetic that is elevated, yet approachable for everyday living. With better flow as the overarching goal, we made some structural changes too. To remove a bottleneck in the entryway, we angled one of the dining room walls to create more natural separation between rooms and facilitate ease of movement throughout the large space. At The Kitchen Studio, we believe a well-designed kitchen uses every square inch to the fullest. By starting from scratch, it was possible to rethink the entire kitchen layout and design the space according to how it is used, because the kitchen shouldn’t make it harder to feed the family. A new location for the existing range, flanked by a new column refrigerator and freezer on each side, worked to anchor the space. The very large and very spacious island (a dream island if we do say so ourselves) now houses the primary sink and provides ample space for food prep and family gathering. The new kitchen table and coordinating banquette seating provide a cozy nook for quick breakfasts before school or work, and evening homework sessions. Elegant gold details catch the natural light, elevating the aesthetic. The dining room was transformed into one of this client’s favorite spaces and we couldn’t agree more. We saw an opportunity to give the dining room a more distinguished identity by closing off the entrance from the foyer. The relocated wet bar enhances the sophisticated vibe of this gathering space, complete with beautiful antique mirror tiles and open shelving encased by moody built-in cabinets. Updated furnishings add warmth. A rich walnut table is paired with custom chairs in a muted coral fabric. The large, transitional chandelier grounds the room, pairing beautifully with the gold finishes prevalent in the faucet and cabinet hardware. Linen-inspired wallpaper and cream-toned window treatments add to the glamorous feel of this entertainment space. There is no way around it. The laundry room was cramped. The large washer and dryer blocked access to the sink and left little room for the space to serve its other essential function – as a mudroom. Because we reworked the kitchen layout to create more space overall, we could rethink the mudroom too – an essential for any busy family. The first step was moving the washer and dryer to an existing area on the second floor, where most of the family’s laundry lives (no one wants to carry laundry up and down the stairs if they don’t have to anyway). This is a more functional solution and opened up the space for all the mudroom necessities – including the existing kitchen refrigerator, loads of built-in cubbies, and a bench. It’s hard to not fall in love with every detail of a new space, especially when it serves your day-to-day life. But that doesn’t mean the clients didn’t have their favorite features they use on the daily. This remodel was focused largely on function with a new kitchen layout. And it’s the functional features that have the biggest impact. The large island provides much needed workspace in the kitchen and is a spot where everyone gathers together – it grounds the space and the family. And the custom counter stools are the icing on the cake. The nearby mudroom has everything their previous space was lacking – ample storage, space for everyone’s essentials, and the beloved cement floor tiles that are both durable and artistic.

Зона столовой соединена с кухней. Через широкие порталы столовая просматривается из холла и гостиной
Mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Moscow with beige walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and recessed.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional dining room in Orlando with white walls, dark hardwood floors, black floor and recessed.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Berlin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, white floor and recessed.

The dining room features denim wall covering from Philip Jeffries and tray ceiling. The elegant crystal chandelier stands out against the simplicity of the dining table and chairs.

Design is often more about architecture than it is about decor. We focused heavily on embellishing and highlighting the client's fantastic architectural details in the living spaces, which were widely open and connected by a long Foyer Hallway with incredible arches and tall ceilings. We used natural materials such as light silver limestone plaster and paint, added rustic stained wood to the columns, arches and pilasters, and added textural ledgestone to focal walls. We also added new chandeliers with crystal and mercury glass for a modern nudge to a more transitional envelope. The contrast of light stained shelves and custom wood barn door completed the refurbished Foyer Hallway.

The dining room is the first space you see when entering this home, and we wanted you to feel drawn right into it. We selected a mural wallpaper to wrap the walls and add a soft yet intriguing backdrop to the clean lines of the light fixture and furniture. But every space needs at least a touch of play, and the classic wishbone chair in a cheerful green does just the trick!

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Moscow with white walls, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and recessed.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Other with grey walls, light hardwood floors and recessed.

Traditional Dining room
Photo of a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Minneapolis with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Formal dining room in Modern Farmhouse style home
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Seattle with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.