2019 Addition/Remodel by Steven Allen Designs, LLC - Featuring Clean Subtle lines + 42" Front Door + 48" Italian Tiles + Quartz Countertops + Custom Shaker Cabinets + Oak Slat Wall and Trim Accents + Design Fixtures + Artistic Tiles + Wild Wallpaper + Top of Line Appliances

California Curated and Cozy

JMR Designs, Inc.

Dining area with natural wood table, black credenza, natural rug, wall moldings and pendant lanterns hung in ascending pattern on sloped ceiling.
Mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Miami with grey walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, vaulted and wood walls.

BV Bentzel

Old Oak GmbH

This is an example of a large modern kitchen/dining combo in Munich with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

Grace of light

Bellas Artes

Photo of a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Valencia with beige walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, grey floor and wood walls.

LA SENDA, LAGUNA

BuildAppeal Design & Remodel

Community living open space plan dining, family and kitchen,
Photo of an expansive beach style open plan dining in Orange County with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Coburg Freeboard House

WALA

The elevated floor plate of the rear extension presented opportunities for engaging formations of space, such as a sunken lounge with wrap-around bench seating that continue into the Dining area. The benches are paired with low horizontal slot windows that look out onto the side boundary garden. Photo by Tess Kelly.

Кухня-гостиная с зеленью

Валерия Веселова

Photo of a small contemporary open plan dining in Other with beige walls, porcelain floors, a plaster fireplace surround, beige floor, a ribbon fireplace and wood walls.

Beachside Apartment Renovation For Profit 2

Alenka Interiors

A top floor apartment with amazing ocean views in the same highrise building as the apartment renovation 1. They took a similar approach as with apartment renovation 1, with the same layout and similar materials. This time Alenka created a more neutral and lighter colour palette to appeal to a greater range of buyers. They again completely transformed an outdated apartment into a luxury beach-side home. An apartment was sold in June 2019 and achieved another record price for the building.

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.

Living Room : Petty 0921

William French Home Improvements

This is an example of a mid-sized country dining room in Dallas with grey walls and wood walls.

Westview Wilshire Model

Ultimate Builder Services

A formal dining room that is refined but not fussy.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern separate dining room in Houston with grey walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, beige floor and wood walls.

Современный загородный дом для большой семьи

Maxim Maximov

Большой стол с мраморной столешницей и мягкими креслами.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, medium hardwood floors, beige floor, wood and wood walls.

New York Times Feature

Camden Grace LLC

Previously unused corner of long family room gets functional update with game table for poker/ bridge/ cocktails; abstract art complements the walls for a minimalist high style vibe.

Appartement Bara - Paris 06

KAST DESIGN

Large contemporary open plan dining in Paris with white walls, a standard fireplace and wood walls.

Dining Area

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Photo of a large eclectic open plan dining in Grand Rapids with white walls, light hardwood floors, exposed beam and wood walls.

Projet SCANDI

Maurine Bellier - Architecte d’intérieur

Cet appartement à entièrement été créé et viabilisé à partir de combles vierges. Ces larges espaces sous combles étaient tellement vastes que j'ai pu y implanter deux appartements de type 2. Retrouvez son jumeau dans un tout autre style nommé NATURAL dans la catégorie projets. Pour la rénovation de cet appartement l'enjeu était d'optimiser les espaces tout en conservant le plus de charme et de cachet possible. J'ai donc sans hésité choisi de laisser les belles poutres de la charpente apparentes ainsi qu'un mur de brique existant que nous avons pris le soin de rénover. L'ajout d'une claustras sur mesure nous permet de distinguer le coin TV du coin repas. La large cuisine installée sous un plafond cathédrale nous offre de beaux et lumineux volumes : mission réussie pour les propriétaires qui souhaitaient proposer un logement sous pentes sans que leurs locataires se sentent oppressés !

Deer Creek Custom Home - Villagio

Huffman Custom Homes

This is an example of a large transitional separate dining room in Oklahoma City with black walls, light hardwood floors and wood walls.

Palisades Traditional

Burdge & Associates Architects

Burdge Architects Palisades Traditional Home dining area. Indoor Outdoor living.
Large beach style open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Simply Seaside

Nikki Levy Interiors

A dining room that is the heart of the home. Open for all to use, but still so pulled together and sophisticated. Outdoors / Indoors has never been more inviting

Modern Formal Dining

Eliriah Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized modern separate dining room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, grey floor and wood walls.

White Dining Room Design Ideas with Wood 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!