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Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian open plan dining room in London with concrete flooring and white floors.
Crystal Palace kitchen extension
By Emilie Fournet Interiors

Caitlin Mogridge
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian open plan dining room in London with concrete flooring and white floors.
farger, ikke så fint teppe da - webuser_578023883

Medium sized contemporary dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Apartment M09
By Assen Emilov Photography

Medium sized contemporary dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary enclosed dining room in Hertfordshire with white walls and white floors.
Contemporary Family Home
By INEKO HOME Ltd

Debi Avery
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary enclosed dining room in Hertfordshire with white walls and white floors.
nice seats ideas and fun dining - salwanjeri

Inspiration for an eclectic dining room in Hampshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floors.
The Cricketers - walk home & studio
By Walk Interior Architecture & Design


Inspiration for an eclectic dining room in Hampshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floors.
the brick wall with the log fire and stages head above very rustic and outdoors feel with the chunky chairs and added cushions gives it a warm feel also love the sideboard - webuser_400080841

Design ideas for a medium sized rural dining room in Surrey with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floors.
Arts & Crafts Family Home, Surrey
By Studio 28 Interiors Ltd

Design ideas for a medium sized rural dining room in Surrey with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floors.

This is an example of a contemporary dining room in London with white walls.
Wakeman Road
By neighbourhood studio

Peter Landers
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in London with white walls.
Kitchen idea - dunnchristine

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary dining room in Other with white walls, a wood burning stove and grey floors.
Contemporary Dining Room

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary dining room in Other with white walls, a wood burning stove and grey floors.
Bench storage homework table? - warringtonc

This is an example of a large traditional dining room in Edinburgh with multi-coloured walls, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
North Castle St
By ZAC and ZAC - Photography

© ZAC and ZAC
This is an example of a large traditional dining room in Edinburgh with multi-coloured walls, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, beige floors and wallpapered walls.

Photo of a country kitchen/dining room in Surrey with white floors and brown walls.
The Forge
By Mark Hardy

Mark Hardy
Photo of a country kitchen/dining room in Surrey with white floors and brown walls.

Medium sized nautical enclosed dining room in Gloucestershire with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Dining Room
By Oliver Grahame Photography

Medium sized nautical enclosed dining room in Gloucestershire with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Inspiration for a large classic open plan dining room in Other with white walls, grey floors and a coffered ceiling.
Putney
By Optic Interiors

Inspiration for a large classic open plan dining room in Other with white walls, grey floors and a coffered ceiling.

Design ideas for a classic enclosed dining room in West Midlands with grey walls, a standard fireplace and beige floors.
Modern Home in Sutton Coldfield
By Design by UBER

Design ideas for a classic enclosed dining room in West Midlands with grey walls, a standard fireplace and beige floors.
Dining room - n4sya

Scandinavian kitchen/dining room in London with grey walls and beige floors.
The Victorian
By Minale + Mann

Scandinavian kitchen/dining room in London with grey walls and beige floors.
brass mesh on radiater - webuser_770494844

Small rural dining room in Oxfordshire with white walls.
Dining Room
By Floren Design Ltd.

Small rural dining room in Oxfordshire with white walls.
Coloured chairs - sharondenham

Contemporary enclosed dining room in Sussex with white walls and beige floors.
The Bellows, Henfield
By Neil Mac Photo

Neil Macaninch Neil Mac Photo
Contemporary enclosed dining room in Sussex with white walls and beige floors.
Chair colour - loopyannie

Photo of a contemporary dining room in Buckinghamshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
3D Feature Wall | Heathrow
By V.I.P Walls Ltd

Photo of a contemporary dining room in Buckinghamshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
love the 3d wall used for the dining. - webuser_390442592

This is an example of an urban enclosed dining room in Kent with white walls, concrete flooring and grey floors.
New Completed Installation - Exceptional Design
By PTC Kitchens

This is an example of an urban enclosed dining room in Kent with white walls, concrete flooring and grey floors.
Chunky wooden table. Chunky wooden benches. - lottie_marshall

This is an example of a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in London with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Fulham House Dining Room
By Amanda Jackson Photography

This is an example of a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in London with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.

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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 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 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 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 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.

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Whether you want inspiration for planning a dining room renovation or are building a designer dining room from scratch, Houzz has 655,032 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Neil Mac Photo and Emilie Fournet Interiors. Look through dining room photos in different colours and styles and when you find a dining room design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful dining room ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
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