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Dining Room with All Types of Fireplace Ideas and Designs

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Beach Style Dining Room
Beach Style Dining Room
Coastal dining room in New York with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a chimney breast.
Bowling Green Residence
Bowling Green Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Dining Room and adjacent feature staircase (including Starphire ultra clear low-iron glass divider wall) with Kitchen beyond. Front entry in background. Photo by Clark Dugger
Grinders Switch Farm
Grinders Switch Farm
Allard Ward ArchitectsAllard Ward Architects
Photo of a rural dining room in Nashville with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Valetta Contemporary
Valetta Contemporary
Vanguard Studio Inc.Vanguard Studio Inc.
Contemporary dining room in Austin with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace and brown floors.
Victorian Revival
Victorian Revival
Fia & CompanyFia & Company
Photos by: Bohdan Chreptak
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and a standard fireplace.
Midcentury Modern Ranch & Addition
Midcentury Modern Ranch & Addition
Natalie O DesignNatalie O Design
This is an example of a retro dining room in Louisville with white walls, concrete flooring, a hanging fireplace and grey floors.
Union Bay Residence
Union Bay Residence
NB Design Group, IncNB Design Group, Inc
Architect: DeForest Architects Contractor: Lockhart Suver Photography: Benjamin Benschneider
Contemporary open plan dining room in Seattle with concrete flooring, a two-sided fireplace and beige floors.
Sharp Residence
Sharp Residence
Valdez Architecture - InteriorsValdez Architecture - Interiors
Photo of a medium sized modern kitchen/dining room in Phoenix with white walls, concrete flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and brown floors.
Urbane Projects 001
Urbane Projects 001
D-Max PhotographyD-Max Photography
Urbane Design Photography: Joel Barbitta D-Max Photography
Photo of a large contemporary dining room in Perth with a standard fireplace and a tiled fireplace surround.
Rosebery Road
Rosebery Road
DS Interior DesignDS Interior Design
This is an example of a scandi dining room in London with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a standard fireplace.
French Country Magnified
French Country Magnified
MDC Cabinetry & MoreMDC Cabinetry & More
Photo of a classic open plan dining room in DC Metro with beige walls, a standard fireplace and feature lighting.
大空間でつながる家
大空間でつながる家
大輪建設株式会社大輪建設株式会社
Photo by STUDIO Diavolo 設計/施工 大輪建設
Photo of a contemporary open plan dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a wood burning stove.
SMITHE ROAD
SMITHE ROAD
Dwell LivingDwell Living
Contemporary open plan dining room in Vancouver with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a ribbon fireplace.
RIVERSIDE HAMPTONS RESIDENCE
RIVERSIDE HAMPTONS RESIDENCE
Design Sister Home Staging and Design CoDesign Sister Home Staging and Design Co
Crib Creative
This is an example of a traditional dining room in Perth with grey walls, brown floors, medium hardwood flooring and a standard fireplace.

Dining Room with All Types of Fireplace 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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