Colourful Mid Century Open Plan Dining Room - Tenterden Oast

Photo of a large midcentury open plan dining in Kent with white walls, light hardwood floors and exposed beam.

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Phoenix with grey walls, slate floors, no fireplace, black floor and vaulted.

Rénovation d'un studio

Barymo

21royale
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Lyon with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, white walls, no fireplace, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

Ashford Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | Waterville, Ohio

Flooret

Deep tones of gently weathered grey and brown. A modern look that still respects the timelessness of natural wood.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, vinyl floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Eclectic Modern Home Remodel

Melton Design Build

Our eclectic modern home remodel project turned a closed-off home filled with heavy wood details into a contemporary haven for hosting with creative design choices, making the space feel up to date and ready to host lively gatherings. The dining room and bar portion of the home is incredibly stunning and make for great entertaining. The crown molding detail on the ceiling and the beautiful light fixture above the dining room table elevates this space. The walnut flooring mirrors the molding above, an excellent design choice for this space!

414 Fall Creek Drive

3rd Street Custom Homes

This is an example of a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Salón | Calle Bruc | Barcelona

Mil-limetre

Construido en 1910, el piso de 158 m2 en la calle Bruc tiene todo el encanto de la época, desde los azulejos hidráulicos hasta las molduras, sin olvidar las numerosas puertas con vidrieras y los elementos de carpintería. Lo más interesante de este apartamento son los azulejos hidráulicos, que son diferentes en cada habitación. Esto nos llevó a una decoración minimalista para dar paso a los motivos muy coloridos y poderosos del suelo. Fue necesario realizar importantes obras de renovación, especialmente en la galería donde la humedad había deteriorado por completo la carpintería.

Healdsburg Hills Midcentury Modern

Character Builders Inc. General Contractors

Stunning Healdsburg Healdsburg home with mid-century features.
Design ideas for a midcentury dining room in San Francisco with exposed beam.

Coastal Mid-Century Vibe

BC Design Studio

Mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo with white walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and wood.

Breakfast Nook

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

Breakfast nook and dining area featuring a stunning curved brick ceiling, custom windows, and wood floor.
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury dining room in Phoenix with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Bringing Back The Love

Meadowlark Design+Build

Floor to ceiling windows bring in loads of natural daylight in the dining room addition. Design and construction by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Sean Carter.

Four Sided Gas Fireplace with Logs

Acucraft Fireplaces

This stunning custom four sided glass fireplace with traditional logset boasts the largest flames on the market and safe-to-touch glass with our Patent-Pending dual pane glass cooling system. Fireplace Manufacturer: Acucraft Fireplaces Architect: Eigelberger Contractor: Brikor Associates Interior Furnishing: Chalissima

414 Fall Creek Drive

3rd Street Custom Homes

Photo of a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Soho Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | CA

Flooret

A classic select grade natural oak. Timeless and versatile. 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.

Dining

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Large midcentury open plan dining in Grand Rapids with grey walls, light hardwood floors and wood.

Loft 19

Mirror Visuals

This 19th-century loft has been converted into a living space, panelled walls, cast-iron columns and industrial-style glazing. Simple brick walls and concrete ceiling are preserved and restored, as are the original iron columns. These are complemented by new material finishes that include oak herringbone flooring, and white paintwork. Instead of opaque walls, industrial-style steel and glass partitions divide up rooms, therefore these allow plenty of light to enter, helping to give a light and airy feel to the interiors. Designed by Mirror Visuals.

Interior Styling Project shots

True Life Design Co

Small midcentury dining room in Portland with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and vaulted.

Mid-Century Modern Home

Bower Leet Design

Photo of a small midcentury dining room in St Louis with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Modern Cabin Great Room

AE Thomas Design LLC

Open concept dining area with vaulted ceiling open to the kitchen and family room with the swivel chairs turned.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Burlington with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and vaulted.

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Neil Perry Photography

Design ideas for a midcentury dining room in London with beige walls, white floor, wood and wood walls.

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!