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Midcentury Dining Room with Exposed Beams Ideas and Designs

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Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project
Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
One functional challenge was that the home did not have a pantry. MCM closets were historically smaller than the walk-in closets and pantries of today. So, we printed out the home’s floorplan and began sketching ideas. The breakfast area was quite large, and it backed up to the primary bath on one side and it also adjoined the main hallway. We decided to reconfigure the large breakfast area by making part of it into a new walk-in pantry. This gave us the extra space we needed to create a new main hallway, enough space for a spacious walk-in pantry, and finally, we had enough space remaining in the breakfast area to add a cozy built-in walnut dining bench. Above the new dining bench, we designed and incorporated a geometric walnut accent wall to add warmth and texture.
Mid-Century Modern Home
Mid-Century Modern Home
Bower Leet DesignBower Leet Design
This is an example of a small midcentury dining room in St Louis with brown walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, exposed beams and wood walls.
Glen Road
Glen Road
risa boyer architecturerisa boyer architecture
Retro kitchen/dining room in Portland with light hardwood flooring and exposed beams.
Mid-Century Retreat
Mid-Century Retreat
DeForest ArchitectsDeForest Architects
Inspiration for a retro dining room in Seattle with medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and exposed beams.
San Carlos Treetop
San Carlos Treetop
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
What started as a kitchen and two-bathroom remodel evolved into a full home renovation plus conversion of the downstairs unfinished basement into a permitted first story addition, complete with family room, guest suite, mudroom, and a new front entrance. We married the midcentury modern architecture with vintage, eclectic details and thoughtful materials.
MAURICETTE
MAURICETTE
[ Aspaï ] architectes[ Aspaï ] architectes
Inspiration for a midcentury dining room in Bordeaux with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and exposed beams.
Post + Beam Reimagined
Post + Beam Reimagined
Melinda Mandell Interior DesignMelinda Mandell Interior Design
Originally, the dining layout was too small for our clients needs. We reconfigured the space to allow for a larger dining table to entertain guests. Adding the layered lighting installation helped to define the longer space and bring organic flow and loose curves above the angular custom dining table. The door to the pantry is disguised by the wood paneling on the wall.
Memory Lane
Memory Lane
Soledad Builders, LLCSoledad Builders, LLC
Photo of a medium sized retro open plan dining room in Austin with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and exposed beams.
eichler in marinwood
eichler in marinwood
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Eichler in Marinwood - In conjunction to the porous programmatic kitchen block as a connective element, the walls along the main corridor add to the sense of bringing outside in. The fin wall adjacent to the entry has been detailed to have the siding slip past the glass, while the living, kitchen and dining room are all connected by a walnut veneer feature wall running the length of the house. This wall also echoes the lush surroundings of lucas valley as well as the original mahogany plywood panels used within eichlers. photo: scott hargis
Four Sided Gas Fireplace with Logs
Four Sided Gas Fireplace with Logs
Acucraft FireplacesAcucraft Fireplaces
This stunning custom four sided glass fireplace with traditional logset boasts the largest flames on the market and safe-to-touch glass with our Patent-Pending dual pane glass cooling system. Fireplace Manufacturer: Acucraft Fireplaces Architect: Eigelberger Contractor: Brikor Associates Interior Furnishing: Chalissima
Trade Winds
Trade Winds
Josh Crosbie Architects Pty LtdJosh Crosbie Architects Pty Ltd
This is an example of a midcentury open plan dining room in Geelong with carpet, grey floors and exposed beams.
La Pedrera Net Zero Residence
La Pedrera Net Zero Residence
Bellingham Bay BuildersBellingham Bay Builders
Architect: Domain Design Architects Photography: Joe Belcovson Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury dining room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling.
Woodland Hills Residence
Woodland Hills Residence
Mahle Design LLCMahle Design LLC
Dining Room
Photo of a medium sized midcentury kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, beige floors and exposed beams.
Palm Springs
Palm Springs
Skipp Renovations - Designer Kitchens Made SimpleSkipp Renovations - Designer Kitchens Made Simple
This is an example of a small retro dining room in Other with banquette seating, concrete flooring, grey floors, exposed beams and panelled walls.
LED Lighting Enhances Architecture at Night
LED Lighting Enhances Architecture at Night
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Space is defined in the great room through the use of a colorful area rug, defining the living seating area from the contemporary dining room. Gray cork flooring, and the clean lines and simple bold colors of the furniture allow the architecture of the space to soar. A modern take on the sputnik light fixture picks up the angles of the double-gabled post-and-beam roof lines, creating a dramatic, yet cozy space.
Serene Midcentury Modern
Serene Midcentury Modern
WhimsilyWhimsily
Dining with custom pendant lighting.
Design ideas for a large midcentury kitchen/dining room in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, exposed beams, a timber clad ceiling, a vaulted ceiling and brown floors.
San Rafael Mid Century Modern
San Rafael Mid Century Modern
UserUser
Design ideas for a retro dining room in San Francisco with white walls, grey floors, exposed beams and a wood ceiling.
Oh What A Ceiling!
Oh What A Ceiling!
Green Sheep CollectiveGreen Sheep Collective
‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.
Deane Gardens Project
Deane Gardens Project
Kennedy Cole Interior DesignKennedy Cole Interior Design
A beautiful dining and kitchen open to the yard and pool in this midcentury modern gem by Kennedy Cole Interior Design.
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury kitchen/dining room in Orange County with white walls, concrete flooring, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floors and exposed beams.
Mid-Century Modern Makeover
Mid-Century Modern Makeover
DNM ArchitectureDNM Architecture
Medium sized midcentury kitchen/dining room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood flooring, grey floors and exposed beams.

Midcentury Dining Room with Exposed Beams 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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