skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Dining Room
  2. wall decor

Dining Room with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
1 - 20 of 68 photos
Item 1 of 3
City Lights
City Lights
Britt Design GroupBritt Design Group
Photo of a contemporary dining room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Dining and kitchen
Dining and kitchen
UserUser
The kitchen has been made bigger by creating a wide opening and open shelves.
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Contemporary Dining Room
Contemporary Dining Room
Photo of a medium sized contemporary enclosed dining room in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
North Beach Residence
North Beach Residence
Moroso ConstructionMoroso Construction
Paulette Taggart Architects l Alissa Lillie, Interior Design l Structural Design Engineers l Bruce Damonte Photography
Modern dining room in San Francisco with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Riverhouse Enfilade
Riverhouse Enfilade
IncorporatedIncorporated
Photo of a contemporary dining room in New York with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Interior photography Berlin
Interior photography Berlin
Anne-Catherine Scoffoni / Interiors photographerAnne-Catherine Scoffoni / Interiors photographer
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian enclosed dining room in Berlin with black walls and light hardwood flooring.
Fire Island Home
Fire Island Home
GDG DesignworksGDG Designworks
GDG Designworks completely furnished this new Fire Island beach house. We also advised on all kitchen and bathroom fixtures and finishes throughout the house.
Brooklyn Heights Addition
Brooklyn Heights Addition
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Kitchen banquette seen from dining room. Brooklyn Heights brownstone renovation by Ben Herzog, Architect in conjunction with designer Elizabeth Cooke-King. Photo by Michael Lee.
Stanley Blvd, Birmingham
Stanley Blvd, Birmingham
La Marco HomesLa Marco Homes
The dining area and outdoor loggia with stone fireplace
This is an example of a large country dining room in Detroit with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Oakley Home Builders
Oakley Home Builders
Oakley Home BuildersOakley Home Builders
This is an example of a medium sized classic dining room in Chicago with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Cedarview Residence
Cedarview Residence
Root ArchitectureRoot Architecture
Medium sized scandi kitchen/dining room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
Residential
Residential
Lee Design and InteriorsLee Design and Interiors
Design ideas for a modern dining room in DC Metro with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
J. Hirsch Interior Design Portfolio
J. Hirsch Interior Design Portfolio
J. Hirsch Interior Design, LLCJ. Hirsch Interior Design, LLC
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in Atlanta with beige walls and light hardwood flooring.
5FiftyFive
5FiftyFive
PureModernPureModern
Design by PureModern - 5FiftyFive at the Hilton Austin unit 2921 - Minimalist requested by the developer/client
This is an example of a medium sized modern kitchen/dining room in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and feature lighting.
67 Livingston
67 Livingston
Dickey DesignDickey Design
Kris Tamborello
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian dining room in New York with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Elgin Lane
Elgin Lane
Affiliated Design & Construction Managers LLCAffiliated Design & Construction Managers LLC
This is an example of a world-inspired enclosed dining room in Miami with white walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Layering textures is key to opulance
Layering textures is key to opulance
The Couture RoomsThe Couture Rooms
Photo of a contemporary open plan dining room in Edinburgh with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
California Cottage
California Cottage
Charmean Neithart InteriorsCharmean Neithart Interiors
The homeowners of this California Cottage wanted a beach vibe in their 1700 sq. ft. home. They wanted to make the most of their spaces by widening doorways, adding wood floors throughout the house, and adding a skylight. The result is cozy, casual California living at its best with frequent family dinners and celebrations with friends. Photos by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com
URBANE NEUINTERPRETATION MIT WEITBLICK
URBANE NEUINTERPRETATION MIT WEITBLICK
ONE!CONTACT-Planungsbüro GmbHONE!CONTACT-Planungsbüro GmbH
Jannis Wiebusch
Design ideas for a large industrial kitchen/dining room in Essen with red walls, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and no fireplace.
Show Penthouse Apartment
Show Penthouse Apartment
LEIVARSLEIVARS
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Dining Room with Light Hardwood Flooring 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.
1
1234Next Page
United Kingdom
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.