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Madison Avenue | Dining Area
Madison Avenue | Dining Area
Common Bond DesignCommon Bond Design
Madison Avenue Residence. New York, NY. Photography by Biz Jones.
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in New York with feature lighting.
Wood Island Camp
Wood Island Camp
Winkelman ArchitectureWinkelman Architecture
Jeff Roberts Imaging
Photo of a medium sized rustic dining room in Portland Maine with medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Modern Plantation Farmhouse, Solana Beach, CA
Modern Plantation Farmhouse, Solana Beach, CA
P.S. Platinum PropertiesP.S. Platinum Properties
Photo of a country kitchen/dining room in San Diego with white walls.
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Coastal Sliding French Doors and Windows
Coastal Sliding French Doors and Windows
D.K. Boos Glass IncD.K. Boos Glass Inc
Photo of a coastal dining room in Orange County with white walls.
Locust Hills Drive Residence 2
Locust Hills Drive Residence 2
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
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Transitional Dining Room
Transitional Dining Room
Large classic kitchen/dining room in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floors.
Rustic Modern Residence
Rustic Modern Residence
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
Cassie Rogala
Design ideas for a traditional enclosed dining room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
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Residential Interiors #2
Residential Interiors #2
Emma Wood PhotosEmma Wood Photos
Emma Wood
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian kitchen/dining room in Sussex with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Casa en la sierra de Madrid
Casa en la sierra de Madrid
Carla Capdevila FotografíaCarla Capdevila Fotografía
Fotografía: Carla Capdevila / © Houzz España 2019
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean dining room in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a wood burning stove, a metal fireplace surround and beige floors.
Tustin Ranch, CA Kitchen and Bath Remodel
Tustin Ranch, CA Kitchen and Bath Remodel
Battres ConstructionBattres Construction
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, beige floors and a stone fireplace surround.
P Hill, Hampstead
P Hill, Hampstead
MH Costa Construction LtdMH Costa Construction Ltd
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary dining room in London with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Casa AndRo', ristrutturazione abitazione unifamiliare e progetto d'interni.
Casa AndRo', ristrutturazione abitazione unifamiliare e progetto d'interni.
MM+ Interni e ArchitettureMM+ Interni e Architetture
ambiente molto luminoso con affaccio su corte interna. Arredi su misura con tavole massiccia di legno di cedro. Legno caldo e profumato
Small scandi enclosed dining room in Venice with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Lake Norman
Lake Norman
Lauren Nicole DesignsLauren Nicole Designs
Inspiration for a beach style dining room in Charlotte with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and feature lighting.
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Yardley Street
Yardley Street
Marsh & ParsonsMarsh & Parsons
Medium sized eclectic dining room in London with grey walls, a standard fireplace, multi-coloured floors and painted wood flooring.
Saratoga Contemporary Condo
Saratoga Contemporary Condo
23rd and Fourth23rd and Fourth
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan dining room with white walls and beige floors.
Santa Monica Beach Bungalow
Santa Monica Beach Bungalow
WAKE + LOOM DESIGNWAKE + LOOM DESIGN
Designed by Gabriela Eisenhart and Holly Conlan
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional enclosed dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
House in a lake
House in a lake
Luisa OlazábalLuisa Olazábal
Antonio Olazábal
Photo of a large scandi enclosed dining room in Madrid with white walls, painted wood flooring, no fireplace and feature lighting.

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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Simple Elegance Kitchen
Simple Elegance Kitchen
Jennifer Ribek Inc.Jennifer Ribek Inc.
Brantley Photography
Classic kitchen/dining room in Miami with porcelain flooring.
Historic Urban Georgian
Historic Urban Georgian
BBA ArchitectsBBA Architects
©James Yochum Photography
Photo of a traditional kitchen/dining room in Chicago with grey walls and feature lighting.
7 Hubert Street
7 Hubert Street
Capital CraftsmenCapital Craftsmen
World-inspired dining room in New York with white walls and dark hardwood flooring.
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