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Midcentury Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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LIN87 - Berlin Mitte
LIN87 - Berlin Mitte
EMMA B. HOMEEMMA B. HOME
Retro dining room in Hamburg with white walls, concrete flooring and grey floors.
A twist to a traditional dining area
A twist to a traditional dining area
UserUser
Renovation of a condo in the renowned Museum Tower bldg for a second generation owner looking to update the space for their young family. They desired a look that was comfortable, creating multi functioning spaces for all family members to enjoy, combining the iconic style of mid century modern designs and family heirlooms.
Skye in Palm Springs, California
Skye in Palm Springs, California
Woodbridge Pacific GroupWoodbridge Pacific Group
Residence 4 at Skye Palm Springs
This is an example of a midcentury enclosed dining room in Orange County with white walls, no fireplace and beige floors.
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Dining
Dining
Laidlaw Schultz architectsLaidlaw Schultz architects
This is an example of a retro dining room in Orange County with dark hardwood flooring.
Tarrytown Residence
Tarrytown Residence
Studio SteinbomerStudio Steinbomer
Photo Credit: Coles Hairston
Inspiration for a midcentury open plan dining room in Austin with a standard fireplace.
Wrigleyville Residence
Wrigleyville Residence
Alan Design StudioAlan Design Studio
Designer: Ruthie Alan
Design ideas for a retro dining room in Chicago with white walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Mid century dining room
Mid century dining room
Carol MontotoCarol Montoto
Color Splash - David Bromstad
Photo of a midcentury dining room in Miami with blue walls.
Madison Park Mid-Century Modern
Madison Park Mid-Century Modern
Darren Patt ConstructionDarren Patt Construction
This is an example of a medium sized retro kitchen/dining room in Seattle with beige walls, concrete flooring, no fireplace and grey floors.
Dining Room
Dining Room
Harrell Design + BuildHarrell Design + Build
Midcentury open plan dining room in San Francisco.
Golden Valley ala Mod
Golden Valley ala Mod
Showcase Renovations, Inc.Showcase Renovations, Inc.
The kitchen wall of clear vertical grain Douglas fir transitions to the dining area. Note the "portal" above the wall, which is an air supply. The baseboard heating is dressed up with perforated stainless steel shrouds. The flooring is Character Grade engineered white oak, Terra Legno Beach Sand.
Normandy House
Normandy House
Kasha ParisKasha Paris
Inspiration for a retro dining room in Paris with white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Dining area
Dining area
KaylovesvintageKaylovesvintage
Retro dining room in Amsterdam with grey walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Houzzbesuch Cynthia Barcomi
Houzzbesuch Cynthia Barcomi
HEJM - InterieurfotografieHEJM - Interieurfotografie
Foto: HEJM © 2015 Houzz
Medium sized midcentury enclosed dining room in Berlin with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Woodsy Holiday
Woodsy Holiday
Mindi Freng DesignsMindi Freng Designs
Photos by Kaity Chunks of wood get some red birds to sit on them for the holidays...and a little handmade pinecone wreath.
Design ideas for a retro dining room in Grand Rapids.
A twist to a traditional dining area
A twist to a traditional dining area
UserUser
Renovation of a condo in the renowned Museum Tower bldg for a second generation owner looking to update the space for their young family. They desired a look that was comfortable, creating multi functioning spaces for all family members to enjoy, combining the iconic style of mid century modern designs and family heirlooms.
Wrigleyville Residence
Wrigleyville Residence
Alan Design StudioAlan Design Studio
Designer: Ruthie Alan
This is an example of a midcentury open plan dining room in Chicago.
Another picture from outside
Another picture from outside
KaylovesvintageKaylovesvintage
Retro dining room in Amsterdam with white walls.

Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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