Mid-century Whole Home Historic Renovation

Inspiration for a large midcentury open plan dining in Richmond with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and vaulted.

Coastal Mid-Century Vibe

BC Design Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury dining room with white walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and wood.

Pettit & Sevitt Revival

Light House Architecture & Science

Design ideas for a small midcentury open plan dining in Canberra - Queanbeyan with white walls, brown floor and exposed beam.

Stunning Mid-Century Remodel

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

The dining room continues the line of the kitchen island, while large black-framed windows call attention to the landscape outside. Lit shelving flanks the windows and offers showcased storage, while the window seat provides hidden storage.

Vestavia Lake Whole Home

Highland Design+Build

Small midcentury dining room in Birmingham with blue walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

ネイビーブルー×木目調の家（ダイニングキッチン）

ウツミ工務店株式会社

キッチンを囲んで、造作のダイニングテーブル、ママデスク、を設けました。奥には、玄関から直接入れるパントリーがあり、ママに優しい家事動線になっています。
Midcentury open plan dining in Other with light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

East Vancouver Fireplace & Living Room

Construct by Nuthatch

Custom dining room fireplace surround featuring authentic Moroccan zellige tiles. The fireplace is accented by a custom bench seat for the dining room. The surround expands to the wall to create a step which creates the new location for a home bar.

Loft 19

Mirror Visuals

Photo of a small midcentury dining room in Amsterdam with white walls, medium hardwood floors, exposed beam and brick walls.

To Keep You Home

Rogan Nash Architects Ltd

This new house in Westmere was designed by Rogan Nash Architects. Much like a family, the design focuses on interconnection. The kitchen acts as the lynchpin of the design – not only as a metaphoric heart, but as the centre of the plan: a reflection of a family who have a passion for cooking and entertaining. The rooms directly converse with each other: from the kitchen you can see the deck and snug where the children play; or talk to friends at the sofa in the lounge; whilst preparing food together to put on the dining table.

Berkeley Hills Project

Nystrom Design

Mid-sized midcentury separate dining room in San Francisco with beige walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wallpaper.

竹景の舎　-竹林を借景する市中の山居-

Studio tanpopo-gumi　一級建築士事務所

竹景の舎｜Studio tanpopo-gumi
Inspiration for a large midcentury open plan dining in Osaka with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, wood and wallpaper.

Dining Room

Nicky James Interior Design

Design ideas for a midcentury dining room in New York with light hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Allandale Mid-Century Remodel

Studio Steinbomer

Dining Room
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Austin with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and timber.

A LAURELHURST MID-CENTURY FOR ILLUSTRATOR IRWIN CAPLAN

LEICHT SEATTLE

An original Sandy Cohen design mid-century house in Laurelhurst neighborhood in Seattle. The house was originally built for illustrator Irwin Caplan, known for the "Famous Last Words" comic strip in the Saturday Evening Post. The residence was recently bought from Caplan’s estate by new owners, who found that it ultimately needed both cosmetic and functional upgrades. A renovation led by SHED lightly reorganized the interior so that the home’s midcentury character can shine. LEICHT Seattle cabinet in frosty white c-channel in alum color. Wrap in custom VG Fir panel. DWELL Magazine article Design by SHED Architecture & Design Photography by: Rafael Soldi

Upper West Side | Agile Renovation

Bolster

Dining room renovation in a pre-war apartment on the Upper West Side
Photo of a large midcentury kitchen/dining combo in New York with green walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige floor and coffered.

Modern Cabin Great Room

AE Thomas Design LLC

Open concept dining area with vaulted ceiling
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Burlington with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and vaulted.

Vancouver Special

EDSO Construction Ltd

We utilized the height and added raw plywood bookcases.
This is an example of a large midcentury open plan dining in Vancouver with white walls, vinyl floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, white floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Magnolia Journal A frame

AHG Interiors

This is an example of a small midcentury kitchen/dining combo in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and exposed beam.

Birch Knoll Restoration

k YODER design, LLC

The original wall beside the living and dining rooms featured a knee-high HVAC enclosure and limited access to the outdoors. By adding heated floors, the HVAC could be removed, and floor-to-ceiling sliding window walls could be installed for seamless integration of indoors and outdoors. Sky-Frame sliding doors/windows via Dover Windows and Doors; Element by Tech Lighting recessed lighting; Lea Ceramiche Waterfall porcelain stoneware tiles; AKDO Ethereal Flicker white/brass backsplash via Joanne Hudson Associates

Midtown Midmod

Hammersmith Structures

This is an example of a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and wood.

All Ceiling Designs Midcentury Dining Room Design Ideas

A midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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!