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Contemporary Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Miami Beach, Florida Condo
Miami Beach, Florida Condo
Denizen DesignDenizen Design
This is an example of a contemporary open plan dining room in Miami with white walls and no fireplace.
Denver Ranch
Denver Ranch
D&D Interiors / Mikhail DantesD&D Interiors / Mikhail Dantes
Photography by Emily Minton Redfield EMR Photography www.emrphotography.com
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Denver with multi-coloured walls.
PNN House
PNN House
Mauro SodduMauro Soddu
Cédric Dasesson
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary open plan dining room in Cagliari with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
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Gold and Orange Dining Room
Gold and Orange Dining Room
Furnished by AnnaFurnished by Anna
Photo of a contemporary enclosed dining room in Manchester with beige walls and carpet.
Chic, Mid-Century Modern, Clean, Eclectic, Cosmopolitan
Chic, Mid-Century Modern, Clean, Eclectic, Cosmopolitan
Christine Ubbink DesignChristine Ubbink Design
Photo by David Barrios
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in San Francisco with brown walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Visionaire in NYC
Visionaire in NYC
Lo Chen DesignLo Chen Design
Eco-friendly model apartment for The Visionaire (the greenest residential condominium in the United States and the only LEED Platinum condominium on the east coast). Project Description: Model Apartment Design, The Visionaire Firm: Interior Marketing Group, Inc. (www.imgnyc.com) Lead Designer: Lo Chen Photographer: Rich Caplan (www.richcaplan.com)
Stockholm Listed building Home
Stockholm Listed building Home
Rose Narmani InteriorsRose Narmani Interiors
blue velvet dining chair, gold chandelier, round dining table, gold table base, luxury interior, marble top dining table, renovation, wallpaper
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Marylebone Apartment - London
Marylebone Apartment - London
UserUser
This beautiful dining area is furnished with a bespoke dining table in walnut veneer, teamed with a console desk from David Linley. (Photo Credit - Steve Russell)
VP Interiors 2010
VP Interiors 2010
valerie pasquiou interiors + design, incvalerie pasquiou interiors + design, inc
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan dining room in New York.
North Hills
North Hills
Benco ConstructionBenco Construction
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in New York with multi-coloured walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Las Olas Residence
Las Olas Residence
Ari Loar Interiors, IncAri Loar Interiors, Inc
This is an example of a contemporary enclosed dining room in Tampa with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Bountiful
Bountiful
Jamie Merida InteriorsJamie Merida Interiors
Photo by Brough Schamp
Photo of a contemporary dining room in Baltimore with yellow walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Contemporary Dining Room
Contemporary Dining Room
Photo of a contemporary dining room in Dallas with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Historic Estate
Historic Estate
Favreau DesignFavreau Design
Photo of a contemporary dining room in Boston with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and pink walls.
MONTREAL AT ITS FINEST
MONTREAL AT ITS FINEST
Britto Charette LLC - NYC InteriorsBritto Charette LLC - NYC Interiors
A classic pre-depression residence in the heart of Montreal is updated by removing the servants quarters and a redundant service stair to create a stunning contemporary interior to showcase the clients artwork and focus on family. David Giral Photography
Living at it's best
Living at it's best
UserUser
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Denver with medium hardwood flooring and beige walls.
Woodcraft Furniture
Woodcraft Furniture
Woodcraft FurnitureWoodcraft Furniture
Contemporary dining room in Toronto with medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Candice Tells All - TV Series, HGTV, W Network
Candice Tells All - TV Series, HGTV, W Network
Brandon Barré Architectural Interior PhotographerBrandon Barré Architectural Interior Photographer
Brandon Barré
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Toronto with multi-coloured walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Chiswick 1
Chiswick 1
aegis interior design ltdaegis interior design ltd
Nick Yardsley
Photo of a small contemporary enclosed dining room in London with multi-coloured walls and medium hardwood flooring.

Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.
Discovery Dock West Penthouse Apartment
Discovery Dock West Penthouse Apartment
Bailey London Interior Design & BuildBailey London Interior Design & Build
Dining Room
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in London with blue walls and dark hardwood flooring.
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