A contemporary holiday home located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula featuring rammed earth walls, timber lined ceilings and flagstone floors. This home incorporates strong, natural elements and the joinery throughout features custom, stained oak timber cabinetry and natural limestone benchtops. With a nod to the mid century modern era and a balance of natural, warm elements this home displays a uniquely Australian design style. This home is a cocoon like sanctuary for rejuvenation and relaxation with all the modern conveniences one could wish for thoughtfully integrated.

Eclectic Arts + Crafts Dining Room with Fireplace + Round Marble Top Table

Jennifer Gustafson Interior Design

• Craftsman-style dining area • Furnishings + decorative accessory styling • Pedestal dining table base - Herman Miller Eames base w/custom top • Vintage wood framed dining chairs re-upholstered • Oversized floor lamp - Artemide • Burlap wall treatment • Leather Ottoman - Herman Miller Eames • Fireplace with vintage tile + wood mantel • Wood ceiling beams • Modern art

Handprinted Chinoiserie wallpaper in interior design

NSR HANDCRAFTS

Photo of a traditional separate dining room in Other with multi-coloured walls and a standard fireplace.

Starry Night Farm

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Design ideas for a country separate dining room in Philadelphia with beige walls, dark hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

Art-Deco apartment combination/renovation

Lauren Rubin Architecture

alyssa kirsten
Inspiration for a small industrial open plan dining in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Project Escape, East London

CCASA Architects

The refurbishment include on opening up and linking both the living room and the formal dining room to create a bigger room. This is also linked to the new kitchen side extension with longitudinal views across the property. An internal window was included on the dining room to allow for views to the corridor and adjacent stair, while at the same time allowing for natural light to circulate through the property.

South Boston Dining Room

Jace Interiors & CreateGirl Blog

Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Boston with orange walls, medium hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

Fedamore House

Collette Ward Interiors

Photo of a large traditional separate dining room in Other with red walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

New Old House

Jennifer Markanich Timeless Interiors

Inspiration for a traditional separate dining room in Nashville with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Winchester Victorian

Kate Maloney Interior Design

Michael J. Lee
Photo of a traditional dining room in Boston with grey walls and a standard fireplace.

Osborne

Manias Associates Building Designers

Formal Dining Room with Victoria fireplace with timber mantle. Glass cabinets contain clients praised porcelain collection and model ships interest. New Victorian cornices were replaced and lighting was true to the period.

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Angela Otten - Inspire Kitchen Design Studio

emr photography www.emrphotography.com
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Denver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Conway Hill Custom Home

Millennium Design

Contemporary, formal dining room with built-in cabinetry allows for simple family meals, or more formal gatherings. Open floor plan connects this space with the living room and kitchen to create an energetic atmosphere when preparing meals and hosting.

Charonne

Atelier Nyood

salle a manger, séjour, salon, parquet en point de Hongrie, miroir décoration, moulures, poutres peintes, cheminées, pierre, chaise en bois, table blanche, art de table, tapis peau de vache, fauteuils, grandes fenêtres, cadres, lustre

Traditional Dining Room

Design ideas for a traditional dining room in Denver with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Kitchens, Cabinets and Vanities

Daniel J. Olson Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Seattle with red walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Clerkenwell Townhouse (Modern Conversion)

Lewis & Co.

Photo of a transitional dining room in London with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Montecito

Indian Wells Interiors

Sumptuous italianate dining room
Photo of a large separate dining room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Yellow Rhapsody: Kirkland living and dining area design

Interiors by Popov

This project is a great example of how small changes can have a huge impact on a space. Our clients wanted to have a more functional dining and living areas while combining his modern and hers more traditional style. The goal was to bring the space into the 21st century aesthetically without breaking the bank. We first tackled the massive oak built-in fireplace surround in the dining area, by painting it a lighter color. We added built-in LED lights, hidden behind each shelf ledge, to provide soft accent lighting. By changing the color of the trim and walls, we lightened the whole space up. We turned a once unused space, adjacent to the living room into a much-needed library, accommodating an area for the electric piano. We added light modern sectional, an elegant coffee table, and a contemporary TV media unit in the living room. New dark wood floors, stylish accessories and yellow drapery add warmth to the space and complete the look. The home is now ready for a grand party with champagne and live entertainment.

Cedar Ridge

Mitchell Brock

Dining Room - Perched high on a ridge with spectacular views, this Prairie-style Douglas Fir timberframe home is a family's dream! With Xeriscape landscaping, there is minimal upkeep with maximum lifestyle. Cedar Ridge features stone fireplaces, lovely wood built-ins and coloured, etched concrete exterior decking. With a Home Theatre and Games Niche, this is a home to stay in and play in!

Orange Dining Room Design Ideas with a Standard Fireplace

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!