High quality, energy efficient windows and doors coupled with a super-insulated envelope, double-wall construction, deep parallel chord trusses, and hybrid insulation assemblies minimize energy use.

Project Osborne

Finnes Building Group

Design ideas for a large modern open plan dining in Melbourne with brown walls, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

Peaceful Petaluma

Zeitgeist Sonoma

This is an example of a mid-sized modern separate dining room in San Francisco with brown walls and wood walls.

Wall Decor - Storywall

Granorte

STORYWALL integrates traditional industrial techniques with new high-tech graphic systems, resulting on a perfect symbiosis between the traditional character of cork and state-of-the-art digital printed graphics. The designs engrave the wallcovering collection with themes that go from the very traditional Portuguese tile to the modern-day pixel. 100% post-industrial recycled natural cork Glued installation Waterbased lacquer finished 570x570x4 mm

duplex house at kawasaki

YOSHINORI SAKANO ARCHITECTS Co,.Ltd.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Battersea Power Station Modern Home

Claudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd

Modern dining room in London with carpet, multi-coloured floor and wallpaper.

Grace of light

Bellas Artes

Photo of a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Valencia with beige walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, grey floor and wood walls.

Project Osborne

Finnes Building Group

Photo of a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Melbourne with brown walls, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

2 bedroom maisonette conversion

ODEInteriors

Kitchen dinner space, open space to the living room. A very social space for dining and relaxing. Again using the same wood thought the house, with bespoke cabinet.

Casa Stresa

zero6studio

This is an example of a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Rome with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and wallpaper.

Broadstone Vilara Apartment Homes

Precision Wallcovering and Painting

Phillip Jeffries Bloom / Sepia Putty on Manila Glam Grass Vinyl Large Print
Modern dining room in Orange County with wallpaper.

Wadsworth Formal Dining Room

3SI Design

Modern Formal Dining room with a rich blue feature wall. Reclaimed wood dining table and wishbone chairs. Sideboard for storage and statement piece.
Large modern open plan dining in DC Metro with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Living and dining space

Interiors By Zai

This is an example of a large modern open plan dining in Melbourne with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Full Home renovation: Living room turning into dining room

Sofie & Sacha Design

Finished result- mood lights
Large modern open plan dining in Buckinghamshire with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, grey floor and panelled walls.

Comedor y Escalera

Asun Macia Decoradora

Un comedor formado por una espectacular mesa en antracita, de vidrio pintado de pie central, a la vez la hace muy práctica. Detrás se encuentra la escalera que comunica con la primera planta forrada toda del mismo parquet formando los escalones y ocultando la sujeción de la barandilla de vidrio. La escalera tiene empotradas unas luces que siguen la forma de la escalera.

Light and Dark

Debra DeLorenzo Interiors - One Ranfurly Ltd

Flow through to the kitchen but able to be separated
This is an example of a mid-sized modern kitchen/dining combo in Wellington with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Cranston Project

Uniik Design

In this project, we completely refurnished the main floor. Our clients recently moved into this beautiful home but they quickly felt the house didn't reflect their style and personalities. They hired us to redesign the layout of the main floor as the flow wasn't functional and they weren't using all the spaces. We also worked one on one with the client refurnishing their main floor which consisted of the entry, living room, dining room, seating area, and kitchen. We added all new decorative lighting, furniture, wall finishes, and decor. The main floor is an open concept so it was important that all the finishes were cohesive. The colour palette is warm neutrals with teal accents and chrome finishes. The clients wanted an elegant, timeless, and inviting home; this home is now the elegant jewel it was meant to be and we are so happy our clients get to enjoy it for years to come!

Dining Room

Catlin Design

V-groove wood walls with wood beam ceiling continues through the dining room. Custom inset modern panel cabinetry adds storage and entertaining space to the open dining room

Auburn + Grace

Clark + Aldine

Small modern dining room in Detroit with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and brick walls.

Kitchen

Tetiana Struk

Mid-sized modern kitchen/dining combo in Tampa with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

All Wall Treatments Modern Dining Room Design Ideas

A modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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!