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Expansive Traditional Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Amarra
Amarra
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Design ideas for an expansive traditional open plan dining room in Austin.
Rumson New Modern
Rumson New Modern
ChangoChango
Architecture, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design, & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Photography by Raquel Langworthy See the feature in Domino Magazine
MId West Magic
MId West Magic
UserUser
Design ideas for an expansive traditional dining room in Cincinnati with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Shoal Creek Home
Shoal Creek Home
Tommy Daspit PhotographerTommy Daspit Photographer
Tommy Daspit Photographer tommydaspit.com
This is an example of an expansive classic open plan dining room in Birmingham with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Craftsmanship and Quality in Martis Camp
Craftsmanship and Quality in Martis Camp
Corinne Brown ASID, Inc., dba Brown Design GroupCorinne Brown ASID, Inc., dba Brown Design Group
I worked with David Kuznitz to design the millwork and beams, Henry Means did the iron straps, Ted Ellison did the Stained Glass, Sam Mossaedi made the wall sconce and DR fixture. The rugs under the DR table is from Tufenkian, the foreground rug is Tiger Rug. I worked with Brian Kawal to design the dining chairs and Brian created the DR table in mahogany. All woodwork is bleached walnut. THe floors are maple
Caspani Tino
Caspani Tino
Style Furniture and DecorStyle Furniture and Decor
BUFFET FOR DINING ROOM from Caspani Tino Group EXCLUSIVE LINE OF FURNITURE MADE IN ITALY
Inspiration for an expansive traditional open plan dining room in Miami with blue walls, carpet and no fireplace.
Family Farmhouse
Family Farmhouse
Alexandra Rae DesignAlexandra Rae Design
This newly constructed farmhouse sits on five beautiful acres. The breakfast table in the main kitchen is an 18th Century antique. The blue and white porcelain chandelier is 19th C English.
Downtown Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles
UserUser
Photo Credit: Mary Nichols
Expansive traditional open plan dining room in Los Angeles with dark hardwood flooring and beige walls.
Traditional Horse Farm-Chester County, Pennsylvania
Traditional Horse Farm-Chester County, Pennsylvania
Meadowbank DesignsMeadowbank Designs
18th Century Farmhouse design with timber beams, salvaged wood floors and large hearth. Table is an antique purchased at Pook and Pook in Downingtown, PA
Custom Home - Palm Beach, Florida
Custom Home - Palm Beach, Florida
Big Bear Developers LLCBig Bear Developers LLC
The great room combines the living and dining rooms, with natural lighting, European Oak flooring, fireplace, custom built-ins, and generous dining room seating for 10.
Olive Mill
Olive Mill
Renga Michael Flooring, Inc.Renga Michael Flooring, Inc.
This is a light rustic European White Oak hardwood floor.
Design ideas for an expansive classic open plan dining room in Santa Barbara with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a plastered fireplace surround, brown floors and a timber clad ceiling.
Transitional Open Concept Kitchen Dining Room and Family Room
Transitional Open Concept Kitchen Dining Room and Family Room
Jennifer Grey Color Specialist & Interior DesignJennifer Grey Color Specialist & Interior Design
Their family expanded, and so did their home! After nearly 30 years residing in the same home they raised their children, this wonderful couple made the decision to tear down the walls and create one great open kitchen family room and dining space, partially expanding 10 feet out into their backyard. The result: a beautiful open concept space geared towards family gatherings and entertaining. Wall color: Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter Photography by Amy Bartlam
BEVOLO GAS AND ELECTRIC LIGHTS
BEVOLO GAS AND ELECTRIC LIGHTS
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
This is an example of an expansive classic enclosed dining room in New Orleans with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
AH4 : Multi-Story Modern Craftsman on Acreage
AH4 : Multi-Story Modern Craftsman on Acreage
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Expansive classic open plan dining room in Portland with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Amarra
Amarra
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Design ideas for an expansive classic open plan dining room in Austin.
Glencoe Family Home
Glencoe Family Home
Cari Giannoulias DesignCari Giannoulias Design
Photo of an expansive traditional open plan dining room in Chicago with purple walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Havenshire
Havenshire
Sharif & Munir Custom Homes, Inc.Sharif & Munir Custom Homes, Inc.
Dan Piassick
This is an example of an expansive classic open plan dining room in Dallas with beige walls, marble flooring and no fireplace.
Bozeman Fishing Home
Bozeman Fishing Home
L&K Real EstateL&K Real Estate
Preferred open floor plan creates an airy feel, while maintaining alcoves for comfort. Photos by Karl Neumann
This is an example of an expansive traditional kitchen/dining room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Top 5 Ceiling Designs by Fratantoni Design!
Top 5 Ceiling Designs by Fratantoni Design!
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!
Dining Room Custom Drapery Panels for Palladium Windows
Dining Room Custom Drapery Panels for Palladium Windows
LaMel DesignsLaMel Designs
Palladium windows are wonderful for adding architectural interest and letting more light into a room. Remember to position your window treatment below the window arch so as not to negate any of these wonderful features.

Expansive Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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