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Affordable Modern Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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'Big Bang' White Oak Extendable Butterfly Leaf Dining Table
'Big Bang' White Oak Extendable Butterfly Leaf Dining Table
Casa Dega DesignCasa Dega Design
The Big Bang dining table is based on our classic Vega table, but with a surprising new twist. Big Bang is extendable to accommodate more guests, with center storage for two fold-out butterfly table leaves, tucked out of sight. Collapsed, Big Bang measures 50”x50” to accommodate daily life in our client’s small dining nook, but expands to either 72” or 94” when needed. Big Bang was originally commissioned in white oak, but is available in all of our solid wood materials. Several coats of hand-applied clear finish accentuate Big Bangs natural wood surface & add a layer of extra protection. The Big Bang is a physical theory that describes how the universe… and this table, expanded. Material: White Oak Collapsed Dimensions: 50”L x 50”W x 30”H Extendable Dimensions: (1) 72" or (2) 94" Tabletop thickness: 1.5” Finish: Natural clear coat Build & Interior design by SD Design Studio, Furnishings by Casa Fox Studio, captured by Nader Essa Photography.
Delahasey Project
Delahasey Project
JEArchitectureJEArchitecture
Vaulted dining space adjacent to kitchen
Inspiration for a medium sized modern kitchen/dining room in Dublin with white walls, grey floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Offset House
Offset House
Amrish Maharaj ArchitectureAmrish Maharaj Architecture
Height and light fills the new kitchen and dining space through a series of large north orientated skylights, flooding the addition with daylight that illuminates the natural materials and textures.
Contemporary Full Home Renovation
Contemporary Full Home Renovation
EK Construction CompanyEK Construction Company
Photos courtesy of Paul Madden Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized modern open plan dining room in Toronto with laminate floors, brown floors, beige walls and no fireplace.
SOL POD Mobile Studio
SOL POD Mobile Studio
Sol Haus DesignSol Haus Design
The circular window is a special feature upon entry into the studio. The walls are maple veneer with bamboo flooring. Photography Credit: Tiffany Israel
Lyall Wise Res
Lyall Wise Res
CHACOL, Inc.CHACOL, Inc.
Christa Mae Holmes
Design ideas for a small modern open plan dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Kitchen: Sweet Harmony
Kitchen: Sweet Harmony
ART EGREGORART EGREGOR
This is an example of a medium sized modern kitchen/dining room in Dublin with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
Willow Glen Modern
Willow Glen Modern
Greenhouse Interior DesignGreenhouse Interior Design
Design ideas for a medium sized modern open plan dining room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Monaco Project
Monaco Project
Mark Design Co.Mark Design Co.
Medium sized modern enclosed dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, vinyl flooring and grey floors.
Olive Mill
Olive Mill
Renga Michael Flooring, Inc.Renga Michael Flooring, Inc.
This is a light rustic European White Oak hardwood floor.
Photo of a medium sized modern open plan dining room in Santa Barbara with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and a timber clad ceiling.
Emerald Cove
Emerald Cove
Design Theory StudioDesign Theory Studio
Modern-glam full house design project. Photography by: Jenny Siegwart
Inspiration for a medium sized modern enclosed dining room in San Diego with grey walls, limestone flooring, no fireplace and multi-coloured floors.
Novella, Twain | Dining Room | Newport Beach, CA Design by House of Morrison
Novella, Twain | Dining Room | Newport Beach, CA Design by House of Morrison
Hallmark FloorsHallmark Floors
This dynamic and high impact, retro modern style dining room utilizing Hallmark Floors Novella, Twain flooring is just another example of how we can help to meet all of your design needs. Beautifully designed by House of Morrison. Novella Hardwood Collection is a tale of two finishes; both with their own unique characteristics. Complete with an array of captivating colors, each one tells a different story and captures the imagination. Visit Hallmark Floors to see a full description of all of our flooring collections. https://hallmarkfloors.com/hallmark-hardwoods/novella-hardwood-collection/
Hallmark Floors | Organic 567 Dragon Pearl White Oak Engineered Hardwood
Hallmark Floors | Organic 567 Dragon Pearl White Oak Engineered Hardwood
Ron's Hardwood Floors & CoRon's Hardwood Floors & Co
Hallmark Floors | Organic 567 Darjeeling Engineered Hardwood install. http://hallmarkfloors.com/hallmark-hardwoods/organic-567-engineered-collection/ Organic 567 Engineered Collection for floors, walls, and ceilings. A blending of natural, vintage materials into contemporary living environments, that complements the latest design trends. The Organic 567 Collection skillfully combines today’s fashions and colors with the naturally weathered visuals of reclaimed wood. Like our Organic Solid Collection, Organic 567 fuses modern production techniques with those of antiquity. Hallmark replicates authentic, real reclaimed visuals in Engineered Wood Floors with random widths and lengths. This unique reclaimed look took three years for our design team to develop and it has exceeded expectations! You will not find this look anywhere else. Exclusive to Hallmark Floors, the Organic Collections are paving the way with innovation and fashion. Coated with our NuOil® finish to provide 21st century durability and simplicity of maintenance. The NuOil® finish adds one more layer to its contemporary style and provides a natural look that you will not find in any other flooring collection today. The Organic 567 Collection is the perfect choice for floors, walls and ceilings. This one of a kind style is exclusively available through Hallmark Floors.
Downtown, New York City
Downtown, New York City
Kiro Design LLCKiro Design LLC
Anita Ng Photography
Design ideas for a small modern kitchen/dining room in New York with light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Modern Edge
Modern Edge
AVID Associates LLCAVID Associates LLC
Michael Hunter
Inspiration for a medium sized modern open plan dining room in Dallas with white walls, concrete flooring and no fireplace.
Interior Design // Newnan GA
Interior Design // Newnan GA
Robyn Studios Architecture & InteriorsRobyn Studios Architecture & Interiors
The client wanted to change the color scheme and punch up the style with accessories such as curtains, rugs, and flowers. The couple had the entire downstairs painted and installed new light fixtures throughout.
Watervilla Amsterdam
Watervilla Amsterdam
ijzersterk interieurontwerpijzersterk interieurontwerp
Figure of Speech Photography
Inspiration for a large modern dining room in Amsterdam with white walls and ceramic flooring.
Complete Collection | Kitchens and Baths
Complete Collection | Kitchens and Baths
Griggstown Construction Co.Griggstown Construction Co.
Our kitchen remodeling services focus on crafting beautiful, functional spaces. We specialize in custom cabinetry, sleek countertops, and modern appliances, ensuring every kitchen is a blend of practicality and style. From spacious layouts to intricate design details, we tailor each project to meet your unique culinary and aesthetic needs, transforming your kitchen into the heart of your home.
Hazel Street Project
Hazel Street Project
Lace and Grace InteriorsLace and Grace Interiors
Medium sized modern kitchen/dining room in Phoenix with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
Dining Room Accent Wall Under $600
Dining Room Accent Wall Under $600
Reclaimed Lumber SupplyReclaimed Lumber Supply
Client requested a mix of our Gray and Dark Colored Weathered Reclaimed Boards. Materials and Installation for this project came to under $600.
This is an example of a medium sized modern kitchen/dining room in Other with grey walls.

Affordable Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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