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City of Westminster London - Contemporary 2 Bedroom Apartment
City of Westminster London - Contemporary 2 Bedroom Apartment
HomeconceptsHomeconcepts
Contemporary Apartment Renovation in Westminster, London - Custom Bookshelves with Dining Area
Photo of a contemporary dining room in London.
Indoor-outdoor space
Indoor-outdoor space
OakwrightsOakwrights
Inspiration for a rural kitchen/dining room in Surrey with medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Senior Designer with Oliver Burns, Soho Apartment
Senior Designer with Oliver Burns, Soho Apartment
Lucy WinterwoodLucy Winterwood
This is an example of an urban dining room in London.
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Little Venice Georgian Townhouse
Little Venice Georgian Townhouse
Margot Tsim InteriorsMargot Tsim Interiors
Photo of a large contemporary dining room in London with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
St John Street
St John Street
Emil Eve ArchitectsEmil Eve Architects
A sensitive remodelling of a Victorian warehouse apartment in Clerkenwell. The design juxtaposes historic texture with contemporary interventions to create a rich and layered dwelling. Our clients' brief was to reimagine the apartment as a warm, inviting home while retaining the industrial character of the building. We responded by creating a series of contemporary interventions that are distinct from the existing building fabric. Each intervention contains a new domestic room: library, dressing room, bathroom, ensuite and pantry. These spaces are conceived as independent elements, lined with bespoke timber joinery and ceramic tiling to create a distinctive atmosphere and identity to each.
Contemporary London Mews Kitchen
Contemporary London Mews Kitchen
Chisholm DesignChisholm Design
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Surrey with white walls and grey floors.
Keynvor
Keynvor
ARCO2 Architecture LtdARCO2 Architecture Ltd
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Cornwall.
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St Peters Square
St Peters Square
Novo DesignNovo Design
Design ideas for a bohemian dining room in Other.
Richmond Riverside
Richmond Riverside
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
Design ideas for a classic dining room in London.
Essex Country House
Essex Country House
Lisette Voute DesignsLisette Voute Designs
This is an example of a country dining room in Essex.
Loxley Stables
Loxley Stables
TAS ArchitectsTAS Architects
All photography by James Brittain
Design ideas for a contemporary open plan dining room in Hertfordshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Transitional Dining Room
Transitional Dining Room
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Other.
35 New Road
35 New Road
Alices Design LabAlices Design Lab
Full Home Styling. Interior Design Consultation and advisor to customer. The Brief was to take a new build home and add character to it through the interior decor. Advice was given through shopping list and moodboard to the client. Minor paint work on feature wall that broke up the open plan kitchen dining room for a laid back living atmosphere.
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Apartment where walls are dedicated to the artists
Apartment where walls are dedicated to the artists
O&A DesignO&A Design
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in London.
BR3 - Beckenham - Kitchen extension
BR3 - Beckenham - Kitchen extension
Fineva Construction ltdFineva Construction ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Other with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, a vaulted ceiling and wainscoting.
Complete Kitchen Renovation
Complete Kitchen Renovation
One L Building ServicesOne L Building Services
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in London.
Colourful Sitting Room
Colourful Sitting Room
Slightly Quirky LtdSlightly Quirky Ltd
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Surrey.

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 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. Discover more of these popular design photo ideas.
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Kensington Residence
Kensington Residence
Elayne Barre PhotographyElayne Barre Photography
Inspiration for a classic dining room in London.
Scandinavian Kitchen London
Scandinavian Kitchen London
Sustainable KitchensSustainable Kitchens
With natural materials and clean lines, this Scandinavian-inspired kitchen channels stylish serenity. The European Oak brings a warm feel to the london kitchen extension balanced with white cabinets and worktops. The long run of tall cabinets houses a bespoke bar cabinet, double larder and a utility cupboard. The cool and calm nordic aesthetic continues into the banquette seating designed to create more space to allow for an open-plan lounge area as the social hub of the home.
New Wanstead
New Wanstead
Barbara Cortesi InteriorsBarbara Cortesi Interiors
Photo of a traditional dining room in London.
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