Large transitional separate dining room in New York with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Dining Room Window Coverings

Mod Drapery Co.

Design ideas for a large contemporary separate dining room in Philadelphia with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

View Into Dining Room

Driwood Moulding Co

Recessed pilasters and arches with keystones are carried through to the dining room. The built in display cabinets are highlighted by the decorative muntins on the glass doors. The fireplace stands out with a floral adornment contrasting the clean lines of the mantel. The large scale cove moulding is carried throughout the home and brings a finishing touch to the trimwork in this room.

Urban Townhome Dining Room

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

Left of the home's entry is this elegant dining room. As if lit by candle light, you could say this room is "dipped in gold" Your eye is drawn in by the intriguing grasscloth wallpaper with an asian inspired pattern, hand silk screened in a soft gold metallic. Additionally gold, tone on tone stripe silk drapery, and the upswept arms of the brass chandelier accentuating the high ceilings. Warm and inviting, this dining room is not left to holidays only, but is well used "just because".

Transitional Dining Room

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in San Francisco with medium hardwood floors and metallic walls.

Farrier

Meadowbank Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Philadelphia with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Whole House Remodel, Palatine IL

DC Interiors & Renovations

Mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Chicago with metallic walls, medium hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Cole Valley

Christen Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional separate dining room in San Francisco with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Stilvolle Esszimmerbeleuchtung mit Tom Dixon

Skapetze Lichtmacher

Mid-sized industrial separate dining room in Other with metallic walls and light hardwood floors.

Black & Key Inspiration

Black & Key UK

Our Madison dining table with Molten metal top, noir legs and polished nickel detail. For more information on how we can create custom made and bespoke pieces to suit your requirements please contact us.

Client Residence

Joyeux Home Decor

Photo of a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Austin with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Washington DC Diplomatic's Residence

Acker Bryant Design

Bruce Nelson Photography
This is an example of an expansive transitional separate dining room in DC Metro with metallic walls and medium hardwood floors.

UWS * Dining

InsideWright

The room was dark brown, which was fine for a while ... but for an entranceway and a room without windows, dark was not an appropriate long term choice. There was a feng shui request in this re-decorating project, earth tones were not welcome in this area of the home, black, white, metal and water were preferable colors/elements. The walls are 2 layers of metallic paint, the undercoat is a silver, the top coat is a gunmetal mixed with the silver to create an uneven tone. A wide wallpaper paste brush was used to create a vertical linear pattern. The Larson Juhl gold leaf framed mirror is covered in adhesive car vinyl. The Ikea unit is enveloped in an adhesive mural, printed by muralsyourway.com, the artist is David Bromstad. The chair seats were recovered in a silver vinyl fabric. The rug is from overstock.com. The capiz chandelier is from West Elm. The table base is an Ikea take on the Eero Saarinen tulip table. In the "before" room, there were glass tables cluttered with everyday items and "to do" piles of paper. The goal was to have storage in this room to hide the clutter. There was not an outlet on the wall where the Ikea unit sits, and there was not a budget to have the prewar wall fitted with electricity, so an extension cord crosses the room under a grey cord concealer.

Plandome Dutch Colonial

Chango

Photography by Jacob Snavely
This is an example of a large transitional separate dining room in New York with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Formal Dining

Annie Speck Interior Design

The floating spiral of glass that supports this elegant dining table was selected to pair with the organic shapes in the Green Turtle granite slab specified for this fireplace. The light and wavy italian leather chairs were selected to compliment the table and keep the room feeling airy. The starburst mirror and capiz shell chandelier are like jewelry that finish the ensemble!

Moscow flat

Olga Ashby Interiors

This is an example of a small traditional separate dining room in Moscow with metallic walls and light hardwood floors.

Tudor Revival Estate, Full Home Design

User

This dining room makes an impression from top to bottom – starting with the copper-painted metallic ceiling and mural of a weeping cherry tree with starling birds. A metallic silver-champagne trim accents the dark walnut stain of the hardwoods and the sheer graphic print ivory and copper window treatments and roman shades. Stained French doors and an ebonized French china cabinet circa 1880 frame a custom round dining table; the brass and nickel drapery hardware reflect the transitional chandelier of brushed nickel. A custom wool rug with gold and copper tone on tone echo the colors in the transitional, tufted back metallic copper leather dining chairs. This square dining room’s round table makes it ideal for conversation, inviting guests to linger in its ample chairs. The many textures and contrast of deep cooper and ivory patterns create quite an effect in the room’s windows.

The Ridge

Kayla McClure

Tom Kessler Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional separate dining room in Omaha with metallic walls and ceramic floors.

Traditional Dining Room Interior Design

Lauren Nicole Designs

A dramatic dining room that make a statement. The neutral damask print wallpaper, large frame mirror, and gold draperies add a very classic and rich look to this beautiful space.

Brookline Rejuvenation

Oak Hill Architects

Inspiration for a large separate dining room in Boston with metallic walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, black floor, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Separate Dining Room Design Ideas with Metallic Walls

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!