Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project

One functional challenge was that the home did not have a pantry. MCM closets were historically smaller than the walk-in closets and pantries of today. So, we printed out the home’s floorplan and began sketching ideas. The breakfast area was quite large, and it backed up to the primary bath on one side and it also adjoined the main hallway. We decided to reconfigure the large breakfast area by making part of it into a new walk-in pantry. This gave us the extra space we needed to create a new main hallway, enough space for a spacious walk-in pantry, and finally, we had enough space remaining in the breakfast area to add a cozy built-in walnut dining bench. Above the new dining bench, we designed and incorporated a geometric walnut accent wall to add warmth and texture.

Rawlings Street

Anthro Architecture

Double-height dining space connecting directly to the rear courtyard via a giant sash window. The dining space also enjoys a visual connection with the reception room above via the open balcony space.

Silhouette

Blinds, Blinds, Blinds!

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in New York with white walls, limestone floors and no fireplace.

Color Gallery

LJS Design Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in San Diego with grey walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and grey floor.

Sarasota Custom Home- Frank Lloyd Wright Mid-Century Home

Nautilus Homes

This is a home that was designed around the property. With views in every direction from the master suite and almost everywhere else in the home. The home was designed by local architect Randy Sample and the interior architecture was designed by Maurice Jennings Architecture, a disciple of E. Fay Jones. New Construction of a 4,400 sf custom home in the Southbay Neighborhood of Osprey, FL, just south of Sarasota. Photo - Ricky Perrone

The Grove

Hall Constructions NSW

Hall Constructions NSW, Built Traditional/Contemporary style Home. Built in Wamberal, Central Coast NSW.
Design ideas for a midcentury open plan dining in Central Coast with white walls and limestone floors.

Red Dinning Room

Golnaz Interiors

A Golnaz interiors dinning room. We have created this space using both contemporary and classic objects, mixing old and new, the colour red and decorative antiques.

Ossian Road

Craeft Architects Limited

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in London with white walls, limestone floors and grey floor.

Art Deco

Gail Green Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury dining room in New York with metallic walls and limestone floors.

Southern California Desert Home with Midcentury Pieces

Jacqueline Bucelli

Jacqueline Bucelli
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with limestone floors.

Mid-century Interior/Exterior Remodel

CK DEVELOPMENT

This is an example of a large midcentury open plan dining in Orlando with white walls, limestone floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Mid Century Moroccan Sunroom

Blackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury dining room in San Diego with limestone floors and beige floor.

Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project

Haven Design and Construction

In the dining room, we added a walnut bar with an antique gold toekick and antique gold hardware, along with an enclosed tall walnut cabinet for storage. The tall dining room cabinet also conceals a vertical steel structural beam, while providing valuable storage space. The original dining room cabinets had been whitewashed and they also featured many tiny drawers and damaged drawer glides that were no longer practical for storage. So, we removed them and built in new cabinets that look as if they have always been there. The new walnut bar features geometric wall tile that matches the kitchen backsplash. The walnut bar and dining cabinets breathe new life into the space and echo the tones of the wood walls and cabinets in the adjoining kitchen and living room. Finally, our design team finished the space with MCM furniture, art and accessories.

Art Collector's Homes

Gail Green Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury dining room in New York with metallic walls and limestone floors.

Rawlings Street

Anthro Architecture

View from double-height dining area through the double-height sash window out onto the stepped courtyard space.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury separate dining room in London with white walls, limestone floors and grey floor.

Luminette

Blinds, Blinds, Blinds!

Inspiration for a large midcentury open plan dining in New York with white walls and limestone floors.

Rawlings Street

Anthro Architecture

View from double-height dining area towards the timber clad kitchen and TV room beyond. The polished plaster walling provides a perfect backdrop to the artwork while also drawing the light from the double-height sash window deep into the space.

Sarasota Custom Home- Frank Lloyd Wright Mid-Century Home

Nautilus Homes

Art Deco

Gail Green Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury dining room in New York with metallic walls and limestone floors.

Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project

Haven Design and Construction

Midcentury Dining Room Design Ideas with Limestone Floors

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!