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Affordable World-Inspired Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Landara
Landara
Tommy Bahama HomeTommy Bahama Home
Bright dining space featuring Tommy Bahama Home furniture. Natural light and a warm color palette creates a sophisticated, yet comfortable space.
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with yellow walls and carpet.
Квартира в Москве 80 кв. м.
Квартира в Москве 80 кв. м.
Маргарита МустафинаМаргарита Мустафина
Михаил Лоскутов
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired kitchen/dining room in Moscow with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
ASCOTT ESTATES
ASCOTT ESTATES
Westend InteriorsWestend Interiors
This dining room was transformed from drab chocolate brown walls to soft aqua and accented with crystal lamps and a stacked ball chandelier. The yellow and aqua medallion drapery fabric was the inspiration for the room's design.
Triangulo Flooring
Triangulo Flooring
Comfort FlooringComfort Flooring
Triangulo Flooring
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired open plan dining room in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Balmy Breezes
Balmy Breezes
Susan Corsten InteriorsSusan Corsten Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired dining room in Orlando with banquette seating, porcelain flooring and wallpapered walls.
St. Pete Beach Whole-House Remodel and Addition
St. Pete Beach Whole-House Remodel and Addition
J. S. Perry & Co., Inc.J. S. Perry & Co., Inc.
Light and fresh air abound in this beautiful St. Pete Beach bayfront whole-house remodel with new addition. Transformed from an outdated 1970s ranch style home, the vaulted ceiling, expansive windows and coastal colors bring the views of Boca Ciega Bay into the home. An award-winning kitchen set on rustic bamboo flooring and amongst stylistic moldings and finishes make this home comfortable and unique. photography by Glen Wilson, courtesy of PGT Industries
Dining Room Corner Buffet Cabinets
Dining Room Corner Buffet Cabinets
John Bost Custom WoodworkingJohn Bost Custom Woodworking
Two bookcase/display cabinets and a corner china cabinet with concealed LED lighting. The tops, adjustable wood shelves, cabinet bottoms, and the door frame are made of solid Honduran mahogany reclaimed from the homeowner's mother's dining table, adding a respectful heirloom aspect to the project. The laser engraved star pattern on the top borders was designed to complement a beautiful hand-stenciled design on a console cabinet in the adjacent room. The bases were made with an Asian-influenced design to reflect the style of many other items in the home from the homeowner's years of working in Asia. The top surfaces and the solid mahogany bases were stained ebony to coordinate with the dining table and to provide a color break between the floor and the cabinets. All the other mahogany is simply clear coated to highlight the beautiful color and iridescence of mahogany. The tops and front and side borders were assembled using lock miter construction. We extend special thanks and recognition to Trefoil Laser Services, Inc. of Greensboro, NC (www.trefoillaser.com) for the beautiful and precise laser engraving on the top borders.
Island inspiration
Island inspiration
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
This 1990s brick home had decent square footage and a massive front yard, but no way to enjoy it. Each room needed an update, so the entire house was renovated and remodeled, and an addition was put on over the existing garage to create a symmetrical front. The old brown brick was painted a distressed white. The 500sf 2nd floor addition includes 2 new bedrooms for their teen children, and the 12'x30' front porch lanai with standing seam metal roof is a nod to the homeowners' love for the Islands. Each room is beautifully appointed with large windows, wood floors, white walls, white bead board ceilings, glass doors and knobs, and interior wood details reminiscent of Hawaiian plantation architecture. The kitchen was remodeled to increase width and flow, and a new laundry / mudroom was added in the back of the existing garage. The master bath was completely remodeled. Every room is filled with books, and shelves, many made by the homeowner. Project photography by Kmiecik Imagery.
Art Nouveau Chinoiserie
Art Nouveau Chinoiserie
Pretorius StudioPretorius Studio
This windowless room in the Merchandise Mart Dream Home showcase was enlivened by elegant murals with gilded line work.
Inspiration for a small world-inspired open plan dining room in Chicago with grey walls, slate flooring and beige floors.
Bondi Palm Springs Apartment
Bondi Palm Springs Apartment
KCreative InteriorsKCreative Interiors
Palm Springs Vibe with transitional spaces. This project required bespoke open shelving, office nook and extra seating at the existing kitchen island. This relaxed, I never want to leave home because its so fabulous vibe continues out onto the balcony where the homeowners can relax or entertain with the breathtaking Bondi Valley and Ocean view. The joinery is seamless and minimal in design to balance out the Palm Springs fabulousness. All joinery was designed by KCreative Interiors and custom made at Swadlings Timber and Hardware Timber Finish: American Oak
Asian Twist
Asian Twist
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
A sunken floor pit for japanese style dining was created by raising a maple wood platform over the concrete slab.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired enclosed dining room in San Francisco with beige walls and concrete flooring.
Color Scheme for Belize Airbnb
Color Scheme for Belize Airbnb
House of a Different ColorHouse of a Different Color
Photo of the intersection of tropical paint colors used in the dining room and kitchen. Recommended artwork that brings all of the colors together. Dining room: white walls, seafoam green ceiling, deeper turquoise accent color on the beams. Kitchen: terra-cotta walls and underside of beams, sandy-clay color trim on beams, white ceiling. *** Hired to create a paint plan for vacation condo in Belize. Beige tile floor and medium-dark wood trim and cabinets to remain throughout, but repainting all walls and ceilings in 2 bed/2 bath beach condo.
Laminate
Laminate
Barnards Carpet One Floor & HomeBarnards Carpet One Floor & Home
laminate flooring
Design ideas for a large world-inspired open plan dining room in Miami with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and feature lighting.
Zen Paradise
Zen Paradise
James Patrick WaltersJames Patrick Walters
"Side chairs, also Jim's design, feature pulls in the back." - San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles Magazine August 2013 James Brady Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired open plan dining room in San Diego with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Asian Dining Room
Asian Dining Room
Medium sized world-inspired enclosed dining room in London with white walls, grey floors and bamboo flooring.
ハウス・ハックルベリーフィン
ハウス・ハックルベリーフィン
加藤幸彦・エス加藤幸彦・エス
リビングルームのほぼ中央に、１本の柱があります。 構造的にもっとも重要な部材なので「大黒柱」と言ってももいいかと思いますが、実際はもう少しソフトな存在感の柱です。 部屋の真ん中にあっても、ぜんぜん邪魔ではなく、むしろコージーな雰囲気をつくってくれています。
Inspiration for a small world-inspired dining room in Tokyo Suburbs.
Traditional Asian Living + Dining
Traditional Asian Living + Dining
Lambert HomeLambert Home
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired open plan dining room in Dallas with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floors.
Asian Flare Living Room
Asian Flare Living Room
Design Me By MahlahDesign Me By Mahlah
It was important that we separated the living room and dining room without making them feel cut off from one another. We created an easy flow from one space to the next.
Colonial Style Home
Colonial Style Home
Mohawk FlooringMohawk Flooring
Fox Broadcasting 2016
Inspiration for a large world-inspired kitchen/dining room in Atlanta with green walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
DETAIL - OVERALL TEXTURE Asian Inspired SF Residence
DETAIL - OVERALL TEXTURE Asian Inspired SF Residence
InterDesign StudioInterDesign Studio
Detail - texture of the handwoven Japanese wall covering as an Accent Wall on the Dining Room focal wall. Photo: Jamie Snavley
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired enclosed dining room in San Francisco with brown walls and medium hardwood flooring.

Affordable World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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