Affordable Eclectic Dining Room Ideas and Designs

Rénovation d'une maison de ville à Boulogne Billancourt

Espace repas avec table ancienne et chaises d'écoliers. Un porte permet l'accès à la terrasse. Louise Desrosiers
Photo of a medium sized eclectic open plan dining room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio

Adrienne DeRosa

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. Along with the living room, this dining area has received a style overhaul. "Everything in the informal dining space as well as the living room is new," Jennifer explains. "I changed it all; the walls used to be grey and the furniture used to be off white. I had antique chippy paint cabinets and all kinds of french decor ... I have evolved from that and now want simple, fun and bright." Starting with painting the walls white, Jennifer let the room evolve as she went. "Then I started to move the furniture around to see what I had, to make sure it worked," she describes. From there it became a process of eliminating and adding back in. The brass shelving was a "picking" find that Jennifer retrieved from the side of the road. By emphasizing the large windows with white drapery, and adding in soft textural elements, Jennifer created a fresh space that exudes depth and comfort. "I would never want anyone to ever come in and say they don't feel comfortable. I feel I have created that chic, fun, eclectic style space that anyone of any age can enjoy and feel comfortable in." Curtain rods, pendant lamp: West Elm; chairs: vintage Russell Woodard, Etsy Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz

Chicago Condo Remodel

Normandy Remodeling

Floor to ceiling open gray shelving featuring an unique collection of items accompanied by zebra printed seating that really makes the space stand apart. Photo Credit: Normandy

Before and After Dining

OTW Interiors

Inspiration for a small bohemian enclosed dining room in Oklahoma City with dark hardwood flooring, white walls and brown floors.

Luxe Downtown Pied-A-Terre

BANDD DESIGN

We had the pleasure of adding some serious style to this pied-a-terre located in the heart of Austin. With only 750 square feet, we were able to give this Airbnb property a chic combination of both Texan culture and contemporary style via locally sourced artwork and intriguing textiles. We wanted the interior to be attractive to everyone who stepped in the door, so we chose an earth-toned color palette consisting of soft creams, greens, blues, and peach. Contrasting black accents and an eclectic gallery wall fill the space with a welcoming personality that also leaves a “city vibe” feel. Designed by Sara Barney’s BANDD DESIGN, who are based in Austin, Texas and serving throughout Round Rock, Lake Travis, West Lake Hills, and Tarrytown. For more about BANDD DESIGN, click here: https://bandddesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://bandddesign.com/downtown-austin-pied-a-terre/

Eclectic with a Mid-Century Modern Flair

You-Neek Designs

Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic dining room in Other with multi-coloured walls, cork flooring, a standard fireplace and a wooden fireplace surround.

Alki Beach Condo, Seattle

Very Red Design

Janet Griswold photography
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian open plan dining room in Seattle with beige walls and carpet.

Eclectic Stoke Newington Apartment

User

Eclectic living room in converted School House apartment. Photography by Fisher Hart
Design ideas for a large eclectic dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

Builder's Model Home

Julians Interiors

Giovanni Photography, Naples, Florida
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian enclosed dining room in New York with beige walls, ceramic flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.

Newport Beach Dining Room

Brittany Stiles Design

Interior design by Brittany Stiles. This is the dining room of a home in Newport Beach, California. This is a cozy modern space with interesting contemporary artwork, custom wood furnishings, custom upholstery, and vintage accessories to warm up the space. The dining table features a custom walnut bench to match the table and white modern chairs on the opposite side. Photographer: Stacy Sutherland

Dazzling Dining Room

Pink Door Designs

Phillip Esparza Dazzling Dining Room designed by Pink Door Designs. A European rustic decore with an eclectic mix of clean modern lines and traditional touches for an eye pleasing balance of “wow”.

Catalina Estrada

Design ideas for a large eclectic open plan dining room in Barcelona with blue walls and ceramic flooring.

Entertainment Heaven

MOTIF Design Solutions, LLC

MOTIF transformed a standard living room with beige carpet and beige walls into this artful and inviting combination dining room and living room., We removed the wall between the kitchen and dining room to create a large space for entertaining. This once baren room is now a charming place to cook, eat and to hang out.

Balmoral Ave

Jessica Blue Interiors LLC

This is an example of a small eclectic dining room in Chicago with green walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and wainscoting.

Ann flat

Дизайн - студия Валерии Масловой

Артистичный интерьер квартиры в Перми с элементами Бохо. Хозяйка - любитель Пермских "Дягилевских Сезонов», принимала активное участие в создании проекта. В работе над интерьером старались максимально использовать местные предметы, живопись местных художников, местную винтажную мебель, декор и даже изразцы местного производства. Самый интересный элемент - гостиная с двухуровневым пространством внизу которого гардеробная, наверху кабинет - библиотека и зона отдыха, а также нестандартно спроектированное пространство ванной комнаты

Grandview Heights Whole House 12119

J.S. Brown & Co.

Designed by Monica Lewis, CMKBD. MCR, UDCP Todd Yarrington - Professional photography.
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian enclosed dining room in Columbus with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

CASA DE VERANO 2013

Belen Ferrandiz

Photo of a medium sized bohemian dining room in Madrid with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

Crabtree House

Into interior design

Photo of a medium sized eclectic dining room in London with banquette seating, blue walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.

Park Ave Condo

Grandeur Hills Group,Inc.

The main idea of this interior design concept is space. The dining room does look very spacious despite the eclectic design style. Black and white colors and their many shades go well with each other and at the same time perfectly contrast. Against the gray background of the interior, the white floor and large windows through which daylight enters the interior of the dining room do look great. The correct functional grouping of all the dining room furniture pieces visually expands the dining room. Don’t miss the chance to turn your dining room into a jewel of NYC by calling the top Grandeur Hills Group interior designers!

Forrester Dining Room

Tim Disalvo & Co.

Tim Disalvo & Company designed the Forrester #Dining Room. Let us #renovate your dining #room. Call 901-753-8304!
Medium sized eclectic dining room in Other.

Affordable Eclectic Dining Room Ideas and Designs

For many of us, our dining rooms are combined with our kitchens or living rooms and so it’s hard to give them a defined style or design, whereas many people who do have a separate dining room often overlook redesigning the space because it is used fairly infrequently. However, if you can make your eclectic dining room or dining room area an inviting but practical space to eat with friends and family, then you’ll have no excuse not to be the ever gracious dinner party host and make the most of your eclectic dining space. Dining room ideas can range from the dramatic overhaul of layout, walls, doors, fireplaces or lighting features, to the refresh of furniture such as dining tables and chairs, or even smaller details such as dinnerware, cutlery, chair covers and small decorative features. So whether you are looking to completely redesign your dining room or you’re just looking for some eclectic dining room decorating ideas, you’re bound to find some inspiration from other homeowners, designers and stylists who’ve uploaded images of their dining rooms on Houzz.

How should I choose my dining room table?

Dining tables can be large, imposing pieces of furniture and so it’s a good idea to choose your table first and plan your decor around them. Comfort and ease of movement in dining rooms is key – even though we spend most of our time sitting, it’s preferable not to dine in cramped quarters (and crucial as a host to be able to move around the table to serve your guests). When choosing your dining room table, consider the number of people you expect to regularly seat – the perfect size for a dining table allows an intimate meal without feeling crowded. A round table leaves plenty of room for serving food at its centre, but a rectangular table is more flexible for seating extra guests at either end. If you’re after true versatility, drop leaf or extendable dining room tables are the most convenient option. The material of your selected table will set the character of your room. Glass dining tables look sleek and modern, whilst a pine or oak dining table will lend dining rooms a rustic country vibe. For a more traditional dining table opt for a dark polished wood like mahogany. Check out all the dining room decorating ideas on Houzz to see how different materials of dining table are incorporated into different rooms.

What are the best dining chairs for my table?

If your table hasn’t been sold with matching chairs then you have some extra flexibility to select dining chairs that suit your desired dining room feel. For traditional dining rooms you will want to opt for a full set of high backed formal dining chairs, whether these are upholstered, leather or wood framed. If you are looking for a more informal dining room, then a selection of mismatched chairs in different materials such as moulded plastic and even metal can be a great way to achieve this. For a really relaxed dining experience, you could even opt for a full length bench, which has the additional advantage of saving space as it can be tucked away under the table when not in use.

How should I decorate my eclectic dining room?

Elegant, neutral palettes are the safest dining room decorating ideas for smaller rooms, creating a calm dining environment for your guests. Pattern in a dining room can be a great choice to create drama but in order to not overwhelm your guests you might want to stick to a few stand-out elements – for example, wallpaper, curtains or chair covers. If you are lucky enough to have a large formal dining room then you could consider bold, opulent shades for your walls to create a grander feel. Your tableware and serveware should ideally be chosen to coordinate with your decor choices, but if all else fails keep it white, bright and simple. Lighting is also key to your dining room decor – aim for dimmable light that you can adjust to create the mood that will allow your guests to relax but still be able to see their food. Low pendant lights directly over the dining table are both practical and striking, or for large formal dining rooms you may want to opt for a traditional chandelier hung from the centre of the room. Additional wall sconces along the walls can be a great way to brighten up the room for late night dinner parties, and don’t forget how a couple of candles along your dining room table can add a delicate, finishing touch. Discover more of these popular design photo ideas.

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