Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

Photo of a transitional dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Larkspur

CM Natural Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional dining room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

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Laura Brophy Interiors

Photo of a transitional dining room in Orange County with light hardwood floors, beige walls, beige floor, recessed and planked wall panelling.

White Seems Right, Dining Room

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

Literally, the heart of this home is this dining table. Used at mealtime, yes, but so much more. Homework, bills, family meetings, folding laundry, gift wrapping and more. Not to worry. The top has been treated with a catalytic finish. Impervious to almost everything.

Dining Room at 409 Bertonley by Pike Properties - Charlotte Custom Home Builder

Pike Properties

This dining room features charming shiplap walls and exposed wooden beams, creating a cozy and rustic atmosphere. The raw edge wood wine racks add a touch of natural elegance, providing a unique storage solution for your favorite bottles. A large black chandelier hangs from the ceiling, serving as a stunning centerpiece that complements the oversized black windows in the room. The combination of these elements creates a visually appealing and inviting dining space, where you can enjoy meals in a warm and stylish environment.

Architecture Photography for Arterberry Cooke

Weller Photography

Transitional dining room in Los Angeles with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, panelled walls and planked wall panelling.

Complete remodel and addition of 1000sq Tudor home in Altadena

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

An original 1930’s English Tudor with only 2 bedrooms and 1 bath spanning about 1730 sq.ft. was purchased by a family with 2 amazing young kids, we saw the potential of this property to become a wonderful nest for the family to grow. The plan was to reach a 2550 sq. ft. home with 4 bedroom and 4 baths spanning over 2 stories. With continuation of the exiting architectural style of the existing home. A large 1000sq. ft. addition was constructed at the back portion of the house to include the expended master bedroom and a second-floor guest suite with a large observation balcony overlooking the mountains of Angeles Forest. An L shape staircase leading to the upstairs creates a moment of modern art with an all white walls and ceilings of this vaulted space act as a picture frame for a tall window facing the northern mountains almost as a live landscape painting that changes throughout the different times of day. Tall high sloped roof created an amazing, vaulted space in the guest suite with 4 uniquely designed windows extruding out with separate gable roof above. The downstairs bedroom boasts 9’ ceilings, extremely tall windows to enjoy the greenery of the backyard, vertical wood paneling on the walls add a warmth that is not seen very often in today’s new build. The master bathroom has a showcase 42sq. walk-in shower with its own private south facing window to illuminate the space with natural morning light. A larger format wood siding was using for the vanity backsplash wall and a private water closet for privacy. In the interior reconfiguration and remodel portion of the project the area serving as a family room was transformed to an additional bedroom with a private bath, a laundry room and hallway. The old bathroom was divided with a wall and a pocket door into a powder room the leads to a tub room. The biggest change was the kitchen area, as befitting to the 1930’s the dining room, kitchen, utility room and laundry room were all compartmentalized and enclosed. We eliminated all these partitions and walls to create a large open kitchen area that is completely open to the vaulted dining room. This way the natural light the washes the kitchen in the morning and the rays of sun that hit the dining room in the afternoon can be shared by the two areas. The opening to the living room remained only at 8’ to keep a division of space.

1915 Christian

Applet3d

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Philadelphia with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, beige floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Notting Hill Hideaway

Chaunceys Timber Flooring

Design ideas for a transitional dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Relaxed Living

Julie Coppa Designs, Inc.

Design ideas for a transitional dining room in DC Metro with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Transitional Gem

DLB Custom Home Design

Transitional dining room in Charleston with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Martha's Vineyard Summer Home

Thom Lindsley LLC

Photo of a transitional dining room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Curves and Bevels

Timber Trails Development Company

Transitional dining room in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Ski Chalet in the Valley

LIFE HOME DESIGN

Design ideas for a large transitional open plan dining in Toronto with white walls, marble floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Turtle Creek Timeless

Ashby Collective

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Dallas with white walls, brown floor, medium hardwood floors, exposed beam, timber, vaulted, planked wall panelling and decorative wall panelling.

Lake Travis Treehouse

Cornerstone Architects

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen/dining combo in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Masculine & Cozy Cottage

Monarch & Maker

With a perfect blend of rustic charm, this cozy Bluejack National Cottage captivates with its leather accents, touches of greenery, earthy tones, and the timeless allure of shiplap.

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Riverside Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional dining room in Sacramento with white walls, light hardwood floors and planked wall panelling.

Dining Area

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Large open-concept dining room featuring a black and gold chandelier, wood dining table, mid-century dining chairs, hardwood flooring, black windows, and shiplap walls.

Central Austin Remodel

Audrey Scheck Design

This is an example of a transitional dining room in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Transitional Dining Room Design Ideas with Planked Wall Panelling

A transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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!