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Coastal Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Seaside Family Home
Seaside Family Home
Thompson Clarke InteriorsThompson Clarke Interiors
Design ideas for a nautical dining room in Belfast.
Coastguard Cottage
Coastguard Cottage
Nicola O'Mara Interior Design LtdNicola O'Mara Interior Design Ltd
Inspiration for a coastal dining room in Cornwall.
Whitsand Bay View
Whitsand Bay View
CFD Architects (Catchfrench Design)CFD Architects (Catchfrench Design)
Coastal dining room in Cornwall.
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Seaside Villa
Seaside Villa
Lazzerini InteriorsLazzerini Interiors
This is an example of a beach style dining room in London.
Eltham Villa
Eltham Villa
SWITCH INTERIOR DESIGNSWITCH INTERIOR DESIGN
Inspiration for a coastal dining room in London.
Tregirls
Tregirls
Jessica Forbes Interior StylistJessica Forbes Interior Stylist
Nautical dining room in Cornwall.
North Wales Coastal Home Kitchen Diner
North Wales Coastal Home Kitchen Diner
No Space Like HomeNo Space Like Home
Dining area in coastal home with vintage ercol chairs and industrial light fitting
Photo of a large nautical open plan dining room in Other with laminate floors.
Aurora
Aurora
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
This is an example of a beach style dining room in Cornwall.
Dining Nook
Dining Nook
Nine Dot DesignNine Dot Design
Photo of a small nautical kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Governor's House
Governor's House
Lisa Tharp DesignLisa Tharp Design
Governor's House Breakfast Nook by Lisa Tharp. 2019 Bulfinch Award - Interior Design. Photo by Michael J. Lee
Design ideas for a beach style dining room with light hardwood flooring and white walls.
Proa
Proa
Terraza BalearTerraza Balear
This is an example of a beach style dining room in Palma de Mallorca with beige walls and beige floors.
North Fork Waterfront
North Fork Waterfront
ChangoChango
Architectural advisement, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott See the feature in Domino Magazine
Coastal Lake Home Remodel
Coastal Lake Home Remodel
Bartelt. The Remodeling ResourceBartelt. The Remodeling Resource
Photo Credit - David Bader
This is an example of a nautical kitchen/dining room in Milwaukee with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Palm Valley on Intracoastal
Palm Valley on Intracoastal
Glenn Layton HomesGlenn Layton Homes
Glenn Layton Homes, LLC, "Building Your Coastal Lifestyle"
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal kitchen/dining room in Jacksonville with green walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Beach Drive
Beach Drive
Colby ConstructionColby Construction
Tricia Shay Photography
Beach style open plan dining room in Milwaukee with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Pop of Color
Pop of Color
Cottage Company of Harbor SpringsCottage Company of Harbor Springs
Design ideas for a small beach style kitchen/dining room in Other with beige walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Beach Ranch
Beach Ranch
Eden LA Furniture and InteriorsEden LA Furniture and Interiors
Inspiration for a beach style dining room in Los Angeles.
Shawnigan Lake
Shawnigan Lake
Andrea Rodman InteriorsAndrea Rodman Interiors
This is an example of a beach style dining room in Vancouver.
Beach Modern
Beach Modern
Eden LA Furniture and InteriorsEden LA Furniture and Interiors
This is an example of a large beach style dining room in Los Angeles.

Coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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.
Glenroy
Glenroy
D.L. RheinD.L. Rhein
Photo of a coastal dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
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