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Expansive Contemporary Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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DUEPIÙUNO P5
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Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
Vista notturna. Le fonti luminose artificiali sono molto variegate per creare differenti scenari, grazie anche al sistema domotico.
Expansive contemporary kitchen/dining room in Milan with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a plastered fireplace surround, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
Living & Dining Room
Living & Dining Room
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
Light filled combined living and dining area, overlooking the garden. Walls: Dulux Grey Pebble 100%. Floor Tiles: Milano Stone Limestone Mistral. Tiled feature on pillars and fireplace - Silvabella by D'Amelio Stone. Fireplace: Horizon 1100 GasFire. All internal selections as well as furniture and accessories by Moda Interiors. Photographed by DMax Photography
Portola Valley Modern
Portola Valley Modern
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in San Francisco with beige walls, limestone flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
High Park Renovation
High Park Renovation
Designtheory Inc.Designtheory Inc.
Valerie Wilcox
Expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Woodlark house
Woodlark house
Роман Леонидов / Архитектурное бюроРоман Леонидов / Архитектурное бюро
Архитекторы: Роман Леонидов, Зоя Самородова Дизайнеры: Зоя Самородова, Наталья Верик Фотограф: Алексей Князев
Expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Moscow with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stone fireplace surround and a standard fireplace.
VILLA WA
VILLA WA
Laurent Guillaud-Lozanne Architecte DPLGLaurent Guillaud-Lozanne Architecte DPLG
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Lyon with brown walls and feature lighting.
Desert Mountain- Sunset Canyon- Contemporary
Desert Mountain- Sunset Canyon- Contemporary
Chris Jovanelly Interior DesignChris Jovanelly Interior Design
Contemporary Dining Room in Mountainside home with black and white drapery, contemporary blown glass chandelier, metal klismos chairs, Macadamia walls, and a White Onyx wall. Jason Roehner Photography, Joseph Jeup, Jeup, Cyan Design, Bernhardt, Maxwell Fabric, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Groundworks, Kelly Wearstler,
Newport Home - Dining Room
Newport Home - Dining Room
AR Homes | NashvilleAR Homes | Nashville
Dining room of Newport.
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Nashville with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a vaulted ceiling.
East London Semi Detached House
East London Semi Detached House
Beacham ArchitectsBeacham Architects
Garden extension with high ceiling heights as part of the whole house refurbishment project. Extensions and a full refurbishment to a semi-detached house in East London.
Scarsdale home
Scarsdale home
Lucy Harris StudioLucy Harris Studio
Key decor elements include: Art: Untitled #1 (The Parson’s Tale) by Rick Shaefer from Sears Peyton Gallery Pendant: Random Light from Design Within Reach Table: Ludlow round dining table from Restoration Hardware Chairs: Jens Risom side chairs from KnollStudio Runner: Camo runner from Crosby Street Studios
NAHB The New American Home 2017 - Contemporary Great Room
NAHB The New American Home 2017 - Contemporary Great Room
National Association of Home BuildersNational Association of Home Builders
Photography: Jeff Davis Photography
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Orlando with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Oakland Hills Golf Course Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Oakland Hills Golf Course Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Tutto InteriorsTutto Interiors
Full design of all Architectural details and finishes with turn-key furnishings and styling throughout. Carlson Productions, LLC
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary kitchen/dining room in Detroit with porcelain flooring.
Victorian Villa with Contemporary Extension
Victorian Villa with Contemporary Extension
LLI DesignLLI Design
Open plan family kitchen / dining room overlooking garden.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and feature lighting.
The Hills Estate
The Hills Estate
Brian Klaas IncBrian Klaas Inc
Photo of an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Los Angeles with grey walls.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Villa ViciVilla Vici
Interior design by Vikki Leftwich, furnishings from Villa Vici || photo: Chad Chenier
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary kitchen/dining room in New Orleans with white walls and limestone flooring.
Vista Del Valle
Vista Del Valle
Zimmerman and AssociatesZimmerman and Associates
Bruce Damonte
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in San Francisco with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
San Francisco Forest Hill Remodel
San Francisco Forest Hill Remodel
SoYoung Mack Design, Assoc. AIASoYoung Mack Design, Assoc. AIA
Contemporary Dining Room with Deco maple dining set, pleated oval chandelier, and luminous abstract painting against a slate blue wall. Paul Dyer Photography.
Bon Appétit!
Bon Appétit!
AOME ArchitectsAOME Architects
Open or closed, the glass door provides sweeping views of the water and also serves as a canopy for the dining table (which can be raised on wheels). Benjamin Benschneider Photography
Bears Club Contemporary Home
Bears Club Contemporary Home
The Decorators UnlimitedThe Decorators Unlimited
This contemporary home in Jupiter, FL combines clean lines and smooth textures to create a sleek space while incorporate modern accents. The modern detail in the home make the space a sophisticated retreat. With modern floating stairs, bold area rugs, and modern artwork, this home makes a statement.
Family Room
Family Room
Matrix DesignMatrix Design
Family room with game table, bar and art collection.
Photo of an expansive contemporary dining room in San Diego with grey walls and light hardwood flooring.

Expansive Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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