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Contemporary Kitchen/Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Monarch Bay
Monarch Bay
Payton AddisonPayton Addison
Large contemporary kitchen/dining room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and grey floors.
West Seattle New Build Design
West Seattle New Build Design
ULLE StudioULLE Studio
Photo of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Темный лес: загородный дом в Подмосковье
Темный лес: загородный дом в Подмосковье
«Точка дизайна»«Точка дизайна»
Обеденная группа, Bontempi. Кухонный гарнитур, Scavolini. Подвесные светильники, Tom Dixon.
Photo of a large contemporary kitchen/dining room in Moscow with brown walls and grey floors.
Pacific Heights Wurster
Pacific Heights Wurster
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
For this classic San Francisco William Wurster house, we complemented the iconic modernist architecture, urban landscape, and Bay views with contemporary silhouettes and a neutral color palette. We subtly incorporated the wife's love of all things equine and the husband's passion for sports into the interiors. The family enjoys entertaining, and the multi-level home features a gourmet kitchen, wine room, and ample areas for dining and relaxing. An elevator conveniently climbs to the top floor where a serene master suite awaits.
Austin, Texas | Sunfield - Premier Juniper Breakfast Area
Austin, Texas | Sunfield - Premier Juniper Breakfast Area
Brightland HomesBrightland Homes
Medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Austin with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Historical Craftsman Renovation
Historical Craftsman Renovation
Balboa Design GroupBalboa Design Group
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in San Diego with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and wainscoting.
MC 531
MC 531
S&S Signature Millworks, Inc.S&S Signature Millworks, Inc.
Photo of a contemporary kitchen/dining room in Sacramento with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Ocean Front Gulfstream Condominium
Ocean Front Gulfstream Condominium
Linda Perry Design Inc.Linda Perry Design Inc.
Sargent Photography J/Howard Design Inc
This is an example of a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in Miami with marble flooring, white floors, no fireplace and grey walls.
SJW
SJW
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Interior Design Amy Terranova.
Medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Modern Dining Area with Mid-Century Style - Brooklyn, NY
Modern Dining Area with Mid-Century Style - Brooklyn, NY
ACM InteriorsACM Interiors
A little greenery goes a long way! Here, the tall fiddle-leaf fig tree next to the client's monumental painting was the perfect antidote to an otherwise gaping white space. Shiny brass accents complement the warm walnut finishes throughout. Photo by Claire Esparros.
Chateaumere
Chateaumere
O'Neil Industries Inc.O'Neil Industries Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Miami with grey walls, porcelain flooring, no fireplace and grey floors.
Dining Area Floor Thru
Dining Area Floor Thru
Julia Mack Design, LLCJulia Mack Design, LLC
This sunny and colorful dining space is sandwiched between the kitchen, entry and family/living room and is truly the 'hub' of the house. It's the everything space that even serves as a home library. Never a dull conversation here, just pick a book and start quoting your favorite writers. Photo: Ward Roberts
Paradise Living
Paradise Living
Friedman & ShieldsFriedman & Shields
Bronze sculpture, David Kroll custom art, onyx bowl, holly hunt table, silk rug, metallic wall covering
Design ideas for a large contemporary kitchen/dining room in Phoenix with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Appartamento RJ
Appartamento RJ
Davide Galli - FotografoDavide Galli - Fotografo
Davide Galli
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Milan with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Woolley Hall
Woolley Hall
Alexander James InteriorsAlexander James Interiors
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen/dining room in Berkshire with ceramic flooring.
Penthouse S
Penthouse S
SMART LIVING GmbHSMART LIVING GmbH
Roland Unger Architektur und Interior Design: BWM Architekten
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Hillside
Hillside
AlterstudioAlterstudio
Casey Dunn
Contemporary kitchen/dining room in Austin with white walls.
Little Italy Condo
Little Italy Condo
Design Opera Inc.Design Opera Inc.
The Floating Bar: The condo’s main entry door inconveniently opens into what should be the kitchen nook, leaving the space unusable. The new bar optimizes the area by creating it’s own space. Photo by: Jonn Coolidge
Muswell Hill House
Muswell Hill House
Jones Associates ArchitectsJones Associates Architects
Gareth Gardner
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen/dining room in London with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Kensington
Kensington
Alexander Pollock InteriorsAlexander Pollock Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Melbourne with light hardwood flooring.

Contemporary Kitchen/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.
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