Midcentury Dining Room with a Tiled Fireplace Surround Ideas and Designs

Photography Anna Zagorodna
This is an example of a small retro enclosed dining room in Richmond with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.

Cutting Edge Contemporary - Home Remodel

McCutcheon Construction Inc.

The new dining room while open, has an intimate feel and features a unique “ribbon” light fixture. Robert Vente Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury open plan dining room in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, grey floors and a tiled fireplace surround.

Marvelous Mid Century

The Remodel Group

Photo of a medium sized midcentury enclosed dining room in Portland with green walls, medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.

Long Beach Midcentury Modern

Soko Design

Inspiration for a medium sized retro kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a tiled fireplace surround.

PBH Keith Heights

PBH Design

Medium sized retro open plan dining room in Dallas with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and feature lighting.

Garden Fresh

Moderne Builders

Peak Photog
Inspiration for a medium sized retro dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, concrete flooring, a standard fireplace and a tiled fireplace surround.

Oak Pond Home Remodel

Green Couch Design

Photo of a medium sized retro kitchen/dining room in Oklahoma City with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, beige floors and a vaulted ceiling.

Skycrest 2

Asher Homes Inc.

Inspiration for a large midcentury open plan dining room in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, brown floors and a vaulted ceiling.

Wales House

Flavin Architects

Flavin Architects was chosen for the renovation due to their expertise with Mid-Century-Modern and specifically Henry Hoover renovations. Respect for the integrity of the original home while accommodating a modern family’s needs is key. Practical updates like roof insulation, new roofing, and radiant floor heat were combined with sleek finishes and modern conveniences. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

NE Portland Interior 2

Mr. Painter PDX LLC

Freshly painted living and dining rooms using Sherwin Williams Paint. Color "Ice Cube" SW 6252.
This is an example of a small retro dining room in Portland with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a tiled fireplace surround.

Westwood Dr. Interior

John Webb Construction and Design

This 2 story home was originally built in 1952 on a tree covered hillside. Our company transformed this little shack into a luxurious home with a million dollar view by adding high ceilings, wall of glass facing the south providing natural light all year round, and designing an open living concept. The home has a built-in gas fireplace with tile surround, custom IKEA kitchen with quartz countertop, bamboo hardwood flooring, two story cedar deck with cable railing, master suite with walk-through closet, two laundry rooms, 2.5 bathrooms, office space, and mechanical room.

Mid-Century Modern Sacramento Home

Benning Design Construction

Photo of a retro kitchen/dining room in Sacramento with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a corner fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and grey floors.

Mountview

Benedict Design

Photographer: Mitchell Fong
Design ideas for a large midcentury kitchen/dining room in Wollongong with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace and a tiled fireplace surround.

Mid Century Interior Renovation

KOSS design+build, pllc

View of great room from dining area. Rick Brazil Photography
This is an example of a retro kitchen/dining room in Phoenix with concrete flooring, a tiled fireplace surround, grey floors, white walls and a two-sided fireplace.

Open Plan Living/Dining

De Mattei Construction

Photographer: Tyler Chartier
Photo of a medium sized midcentury kitchen/dining room in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and a tiled fireplace surround.

Mountview

Benedict Design

Photographer: Mitchell Fong
Large midcentury kitchen/dining room in Wollongong with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and feature lighting.

Dining Room Renovation & Built-in Dry Bar

VMAX LLC

Photography Anna Zagorodna
Design ideas for a small midcentury enclosed dining room in Richmond with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.

Realville

Wright Jenkins Home Design

Formal Dining with easy access to the kitchen and pantry.
This is an example of a medium sized retro kitchen/dining room in Other with white walls, concrete flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, grey floors and exposed beams.

Mandeville

Lewis / Schoeplein architects

Marisa Vitale Photography
Design ideas for a midcentury open plan dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.

Brentwood Midcentury Residence

Natalie Myers

Marisa Vitale
Inspiration for a midcentury dining room in Los Angeles with medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.

Midcentury Dining Room with a Tiled Fireplace Surround 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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