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Dining Room with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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The Lodge
The Lodge
Midlake BuildersMidlake Builders
Design ideas for a rural dining room in Other with brown walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Avoca Avenue
Avoca Avenue
WoodaleWoodale
Contemporary dining room in Dublin with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and a standard fireplace.
Eclectic Stoke Newington Apartment
Eclectic Stoke Newington Apartment
UserUser
Eclectic living room in converted School House apartment. Photography by Fisher Hart
Design ideas for a large eclectic dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
KINGSWOOD TABLE / HARWICHPORT
KINGSWOOD TABLE / HARWICHPORT
Jeff Soderbergh Custom Sustainable FurnishingsJeff Soderbergh Custom Sustainable Furnishings
My client came to us with a request to make a contemporary meets warm and inviting 17 foot dining table using only 15 foot long, extra wide "Kingswood" boards from their 1700's attic floor. The bases are vintage cast iron circa 1900 Adam's Brothers - Providence, RI.
Albyn Road
Albyn Road
Gresford Architects LtdGresford Architects Ltd
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Oxfordshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
John Street, WC1
John Street, WC1
Domus NovaDomus Nova
A relaxed dining space with cool hues of blue and eclectic chairs and tableware delivers a unique space. With London character the room has a fabulous chilled Miami vibe.
Manor Lane
Manor Lane
Patrick + RosiePatrick + Rosie
Paul Craig
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary open plan dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
Wimbledon
Wimbledon
Godrich InteriorsGodrich Interiors
Inspiration for a large contemporary dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Boulogne Billancourt, 90m²
Boulogne Billancourt, 90m²
Fanny Prat - Architecte d'intérieurFanny Prat - Architecte d'intérieur
Medium sized midcentury open plan dining room in Paris with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Mini loft
Mini loft
fo designfo design
Cynthia Van Elk
Small contemporary dining room in New York with white walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and feature lighting.
Modern Esszimmer
Modern Esszimmer
Medium sized contemporary enclosed dining room in Stuttgart with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Town House Kitchen
Town House Kitchen
UserUser
SB Furniture
Photo of a medium sized eclectic dining room in Sussex with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Reportage
Reportage
Henrik NeroHenrik Nero
Henrik Nero
This is an example of a scandi kitchen/dining room in Stockholm with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Modern Home
Modern Home
HU-456013391HU-456013391
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Zetland Apartment
Zetland Apartment
SushiiphotoSushiiphoto
This is an example of a bohemian dining room in Sydney with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Interior Birkagatan Gothenburg
Interior Birkagatan Gothenburg
papac media ABpapac media AB
© Christian Johansson / papac
Medium sized scandinavian dining room in Gothenburg with white walls, no fireplace, brown floors, light hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Färgstarkt i Vasastan
Färgstarkt i Vasastan
The Way We PlayThe Way We Play
This is an example of a small scandi dining room in Stockholm with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and feature lighting.

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.
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