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Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary dining room in London with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Luxury Georgian SE15
By Matt Gamble Photography

Matt Gamble Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary dining room in London with white walls and light hardwood flooring.

This is an example of a large urban open plan dining room in London.
Wapping Loft
By Pinchpoint

This is an example of a large urban open plan dining room in London.
Open plan and stairs to mezzanine - jenny_chapple

Photo of a medium sized modern dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Kensington Apartment
By London Refurbishment Service Ltd

Bright and airy living/dining room, solid wood flooring, crisp white paintwork and dressed in a classic monochrome finish.
Photo of a medium sized modern dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Mix of organic with clean man made. - nisha_gouveia

Inspiration for a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in Other with limestone flooring, grey floors and white walls.
Signature Townhouse Kitchen
By Bath Kitchen Company

Inspiration for a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in Other with limestone flooring, grey floors and white walls.
i want the dining area is separated with the kitchen.. - meluvie_damasco

Photo of a contemporary dining room in London with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
CLAPHAM TERRACE
By ALL & NXTHING

Photo Pixangle Redesign of the master bathroom into a luxurious space with industrial finishes. Design of the large home cinema room incorporating a moody home bar space.
all very nice - webuser_552549887

Medium sized contemporary dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Richmond - Full Refurbishment & Basement Build
By Magentapink Interiors

Photography: Simone Morciano ©
Medium sized contemporary dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Wacky lampshades for lounge lamps - emmal5773

Photo of a scandi kitchen/dining room in London with white walls and beige floors.
Latham Road, Twickenham
By Soho Grey Limited

Photo of a scandi kitchen/dining room in London with white walls and beige floors.
it looks cozy and small, the sort of style I'd go for when designing. - webuser_447915138

This is an example of a large scandinavian kitchen/dining room in London with concrete flooring, grey floors and white walls.
Dartmouth Park
By Pardon Chambers Architects Ltd

Caroline Mardon
This is an example of a large scandinavian kitchen/dining room in London with concrete flooring, grey floors and white walls.
Thin folding doors from Fineline Aluminium - sineadmb

Photo of a medium sized country open plan dining room in Gloucestershire with white walls, slate flooring and grey floors.
In Clover
By Unique Homestays

Photo of a medium sized country open plan dining room in Gloucestershire with white walls, slate flooring and grey floors.

Contemporary dining room in London.
Hoxton Press Penthouse
By Images Of Interiors

Contemporary dining room in London.

Photo of a contemporary dining room in London.
C Kent Designs
By Philip Raymond Photography

Philip Raymond Photography
Photo of a contemporary dining room in London.
chairs - webuser_480489024

Inspiration for a traditional kitchen/dining room in London with orange walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Hampton Family Home
By Kia Designs

Anna Stathaki
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen/dining room in London with orange walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Colours - sophiamcj

This is an example of a large contemporary open plan dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
ST PANCRAS LOFT APARTMENT, LONDON
By Sally Conran

Sally was asked to create a smart yet comfortable space for her client to entertain his friends. Enormously high vaulted ceilings and heavy wooden beams An integrated lighting scheme, new colour palette and decorative light fittings were all specifically selected to compliment the huge ceiling heights and emphasize the lofty spaces. Brass and holophane glass wall lights were fitted either side of the large foxed mirror that was hung above the fireplace. The walls were painted in a deep rich blue and claret red leather chairs and a walnut table add to the rich palette.

This is an example of a contemporary dining room in Devon with white walls and grey floors.
Bottor Cottage, Hennock, Dartmoor
By van Ellen + Sheryn Architects

Richard Downer
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in Devon with white walls and grey floors.
love glass all the way along and at the side - jo_grant91

This is an example of a medium sized traditional dining room in London with red walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and beige floors.
GEORGIAN COUNTRY HOUSE
By Fiona Campbell Design

This is an example of a medium sized traditional dining room in London with red walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and beige floors.
Dining - gurungmb

Contemporary kitchen/dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Apartment Refurbishment & Extension, Bounds Green
By Trevor Brown Architects

Contemporary kitchen/dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Open bright dining area filled with light ! - humaira_ali54

Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and brown floors.
Edwardian Double Fronted House
By Imperfect Interiors

Chris Snook
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and brown floors.
Wall colour ammonite farrow and ball - fionass

This is an example of a contemporary open plan dining room in London with white walls and beige floors.
Barnes Village
By Broseley London

Todd Sutherland
This is an example of a contemporary open plan dining room in London with white walls and beige floors.
Exposed brick and windows - rmehta3

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 697,569 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Bath Kitchen Company and Unique Homestays. 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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