Photos are of one of our customers' finished project. We did over 90 beams for use throughout their home :) When choosing beams for your project, there are many things to think about. One important consideration is the weight of the beam, especially if you want to affix it to your ceiling. Choosing a solid beam may not be the best choice since some of them can weigh upwards of 1000 lbs. Our craftsmen have several solutions for this common problem. One such solution is to fabricate a ceiling beam using veneer that is "sliced" from the outside of an existing beam. Our craftsmen then carefully miter the edges and create a lighter weight, 3 sided solution. Another common method is "hogging out" the beam. We hollow out the beam leaving the original outer character of three sides intact. (Hogging out is a good method to use when one side of the beam is less than attractive.) Our 3-sided and Hogged out beams are available in Reclaimed or Old Growth woods.

Romantic English Landscape Mural

Pretorius Studio

Sepia toned monochromatic murals for a Tudor style home. The airy painterly style gives a serene sense of expansive space.
This is an example of a large traditional separate dining room in Chicago with beige walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Lake Port Custom Home

Galloway Family Homes

This is an example of a large traditional separate dining room in Charleston with orange walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Hermitage

Legacy Custom Homes

Legacy Custom Homes, Inc Toblesky-Green Architects Kelly Nutt Designs
Photo of a large traditional open plan dining in Orange County with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Fresh Interior

J Steven Kemp Architect

Emily Followill
Mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Riverton - Ewell

Upland Development, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional separate dining room in Salt Lake City with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Santa Monica Mountains

Interior Archaeology

Photo of a large traditional open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Mill Valley Estate

KCS Residential Design

This is an example of a traditional dining room in San Francisco with beige walls and brown floor.

Traditional Dining Room

Photo of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Chicago with black walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Palos Park

Signature Innovations LLC

Opulent details elevate this suburban home into one that rivals the elegant French chateaus that inspired it. Floor: Variety of floor designs inspired by Villa La Cassinella on Lake Como, Italy. 6” wide-plank American Black Oak + Canadian Maple | 4” Canadian Maple Herringbone | custom parquet inlays | Prime Select | Victorian Collection hand scraped | pillowed edge | color Tolan | Satin Hardwax Oil. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com

Presidio Heights Residence

Charlie Barnett Associates

Photography by Werner Straube
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Park Slope Brownstone

Ben Herzog

The rear wall openings were enlarged, bricks were patched in and repaired at chimney. Photography by Marco Valencia.
This is an example of a traditional kitchen/dining combo in New York with brown floor.

Seeley Dining Room

Michael Abrams Interiors

This is an example of a traditional dining room in Chicago with beige walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Urban Townhome Breakfast Room

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

This lovely breakfast room, overlooking the garden, is an inviting place to start your day lingering over Sunday morning coffee. I had the walls painted in a soft coral, contrasting with various wood tones in the armoire, table and shades. It is all tied together by keeping the chair covers and rug light in color. The crystal chandelier is an unexpected element in a breakfast room, yet, your not compelled to pull out the china and silver.

Dining Room

Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd

Traditional separate dining room in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Perfectly Polished

Endless Ideas Interiors Inc.

Mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Toronto with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

Whimsical Chicago Traditional

W Design Interiors

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Kitchen View

AHMANN LLC

An open plan within a traditional framework was the Owner’s goal - for ease of entertaining, for working at home, or for just hanging out as a family. We pushed out to the side, eliminating a useless appendage, to expand the dining room and to create a new family room. Large openings connect rooms as well as the garden, while allowing spacial definition. Additional renovations included updating the kitchen and master bath, as well as creating a formal office paneled in stained cherry wood. Photographs © Stacy Zarin-Goldberg

Victorian Estate

Ashby Collective

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Palo Alto

Melissa Nierman Designs

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Traditional Dining Room Design Ideas with Brown Floor

A traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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!