This is an example of a large country open plan dining in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and vaulted.

Modern Mediterranean

Model Remodel

Mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and exposed beam.

RELOOKING D'UNE MAISON TRADITIONNELLE

Muriel JANSSOONE

Cette pièce à vivre de 53 m² est au cœur de la vie familiale. Elle regroupe la cuisine, la salle à manger et le séjour. Tout y est pensé pour vivre ensemble, dans un climat de détente. J'ai apporté de la modernité et de la chaleur à cette maison traditionnelle.

Marble Cliff Addition 20078

J.S. Brown & Co.

Just off the Home Bar and the family room is a cozy dining room complete with fireplace and reclaimed wood mantle. With a coffered ceiling, new window, and new doors, this is a lovely place to hang out after a meal.

molly and joe

B Designs Interior's

Inspiration for an expansive modern open plan dining in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and vaulted.

Pièce à vivre avec une touche industrielle.

My Home Transformation

Rénovation d'une pièce à vivre avec un nouvel espace BAR et une nouvelle cuisine adaptée aux besoins de ses occupants. Décoration choisie avec un style industriel accentué dans l'espace salle à manger, pour la cuisine nous avons choisis une cuisine blanche afin de conserver une luminosité importante et ne pas surcharger l'effet industriel.

Lake Living Dining and Great Room

Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes

Custom lake living at its finest, this Michigan property celebrates family living with contemporary spaces that embrace entertaining, sophistication, and fine living. The property embraces its location, nestled amongst the woods, and looks out towards an expansive lake.

Homeland Farmhouse

Nina Williams Interiors

The reclaimed wood hood draws attention in this large farmhouse kitchen. A pair of reclaimed doors were fitted with antique mirror and were repurposed as pantry doors. Brass lights and hardware add elegance. The island is painted a contrasting gray and is surrounded by rope counter stools. The ceiling is clad in pine tounge- in -groove boards to create a rich rustic feeling. In the coffee bar the brick from the family room bar repeats, to created a flow between all the spaces.

Boho Mid-Century Modern

Lucy Johnson Interior Design

Added a built-in bar for beverage storage, wine storage and lots of open cabinetry to display glassware. The antique mirror helps make the space feel bigger and bounces light around on gray/rainy days.

Trousdale Beverly Hills spacious, modern, open plan home interior

Whipple Russell Architects

Trousdale Beverly Hills spacious, modern, open plan home interior. Photo by Jason Speth.
This is an example of an expansive modern open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace, white floor and recessed.

Eclectic Family Estate

Endless Ideas Interiors Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary open plan dining in Toronto with beige walls, porcelain floors and a standard fireplace.

Westridge Residence

Bureau Namas

Photo of a large country open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and beige floor.

Saratoga

Melissa Nierman Designs

Design ideas for an expansive country open plan dining in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Decoración de piso con espacios abiertos

Sube Interiorismo

Inspiration for a large transitional open plan dining in Other with beige walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Viso Glam

Studio Cocochic

Salón comedor, de estilo Glamchic,
Photo of a large contemporary open plan dining in Seville with white walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, grey floor and brick walls.

Next Generation Renovation : Great Room

Tamara Day Design

Inspiration for a large transitional open plan dining in Kansas City with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Seahorse

Warren French Interiors

Boasting a large terrace with long reaching sea views across the River Fal and to Pendennis Point, Seahorse was a full property renovation managed by Warren French.

Decoración de piso con espacios abiertos

Sube Interiorismo

This is an example of a large transitional open plan dining in Other with beige walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Creekside Bungalow

Vereco Smart Green Homes Ltd

black pendant light over dining table at the centre of the home, adjacent to the front entry, the hallway to the bedrooms, the basement stairs, kitchen, and living room. One sided sloped ceiling and two-sided stone fireplace.

Adams Street Project

Carlos Architects, Inc.

Luxurious Coastal Mediterranean Home. Architecture by Carlos Architects. Interiors & Design Shirley Slee. Photo by Ian Patzke.
Design ideas for a mediterranean open plan dining in San Diego with a standard fireplace.

Stacked Stone Open Plan Dining Design Ideas

A 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 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 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 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!