Inspiration for a scandinavian dining room in Other with white walls and concrete floors.

Mauricio Fuertes
Photo of a large scandinavian open plan dining in Barcelona with beige walls, concrete floors and no fireplace.

Tradition & modernité

Marion Galline - Architecte d'intérieur

C'est dans une sublime maison de maître de Montchat, dans le 3ème arrondissement de Lyon que s'installe ce projet. Deux espaces distincts ont laissé place à un volume traversant, exploitant la grande hauteur sous plafond et permettant de profiter de la lumière naturelle tout au long de la journée. Afin d'accentuer cet effet traversant, la cuisine sur-mesure a été imaginée tout en longueur avec deux vastes linéaires qui la rende très fonctionnelle pour une famille de 5 personnes. Le regard circule désormais de la cour au jardin et la teinte des éléments de cuisine ainsi que le papier-peint font entrer la nature à l'intérieur.

Carlisle St

Sans-Arc Studio

Photos by David Sievers
Design ideas for a scandinavian open plan dining in Adelaide with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Japandi Home

SDA Architects

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

fugenloser Spachtelboden in beige

EINWANDFREI o HG

Du findest spannende Hinweise zu diesem Projekt in der Projektbeschreibung oben. Fotografie Mohan Karakoc
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan dining in Cologne with concrete floors, beige floor, white walls and no fireplace.

Salle à manger

Au50bis - Décoration et Architecture D’intérieur

Aurore Le Léannec
Design ideas for a scandinavian dining room in Bordeaux with concrete floors, grey floor and white walls.

Rénovation d'une longère de 250m2

Gommez-Vaëz Architecte

Meero
Design ideas for a large scandinavian dining room in Paris with white walls, a wood stove, beige floor and concrete floors.

BENT Annexe

BENT Architecture

Tatjana Plitt
Inspiration for a scandinavian kitchen/dining combo in Melbourne with brown walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Macrame and styling dinning room

Ranran Design

Interior styling and Macrame production by Ranran design. We worked on a exquisite decoration research for a Nordic atmosphere for our client. Working from research decoration, styling, solor palette, textiles and our unique and custom macrame piece Photo and styling by Belen Senra

Parsons Dining Table in White Oak

Stockton Heritage

Large scandinavian kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Pastel Perfection

Life Interiors

Citizens of Style
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian dining room in Sydney with beige walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Echo Park Residence

Natalie Myers

Marisa Vitale
Photo of a scandinavian dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Hölö - sommarhus

Ryott Arkitektur

Magnus Anesund
Expansive scandinavian kitchen/dining combo in Stockholm with concrete floors and white walls.

Carl Hansen & Søn

Carl Hansen & Son Japan

Scandinavian dining room in Tokyo with grey walls, grey floor and concrete floors.

Brixton Townhouse II

Indie & Co.

Anna Stathaki
Photo of a large scandinavian open plan dining in London with concrete floors and grey floor.

Blaker Road

Petko Slavov Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian kitchen/dining combo in London with concrete floors, grey floor and white walls.

Zuiver - Scandi Homeware

Cuckooland

Zuiver's motto is all about creating fun, on-trend stuff for your home and office. Based in the Netherlands, the Zuiver Design Team selects products with that unique twist, either by choice of material, shape or function. This diversity of products is what creates an inspiring and powerful collection. Zuiver produces high end, stylish, Scandi-style pieces that fit in your home, office, holiday house, restaurant or rentals. Full of style, colour and edgy designs, Zuiver is creating not only pieces of furniture but statements that make a house feel like your own unique paradise. Never before seen in the UK, these pieces are one of a kind and perfect for giving your home a touch of fun. FSC, green dining chair, green wall, hygge, lagom, marble table, nordic, olive green, pastel dining chairs, scandinavian, taupe dining chair, white and oak, white dining chair, Zuiver

Living with Hübsch Interior

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Mid-sized scandinavian dining room in Dresden with white walls and concrete floors.

Casa AVI

Anna Bullich Estaún

Starp Estudi
Design ideas for an expansive scandinavian open plan dining in Other with beige floor, white walls and concrete floors.

Scandinavian Dining Room Design Ideas with Concrete Floors

A Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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!