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Armonia tra Vecchio e Nuovo
Armonia tra Vecchio e Nuovo
LiadesignLiadesign
Liadesign
Photo of a large contemporary open plan dining room in Milan with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, wallpapered walls and feature lighting.
Modern Man's Game
Modern Man's Game
Lee Waters DesignLee Waters Design
An entrepreneur moves his office out of his house as his business grows. He needs to completely start over with his furnishings in his…rental! A devoted single father, an incredible businessman in the sports industry, and a man who wants his space to support him and reflect his tastes, even if he doesn’t own the house. This is the Modern Man’s Game.
Topaz - Dining Room - The Bluffs
Topaz - Dining Room - The Bluffs
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Photo of a medium sized contemporary enclosed dining room in Las Vegas with grey floors, a drop ceiling, ceramic flooring and white walls.
Linda
Linda
Anderson Homes Pty LtdAnderson Homes Pty Ltd
Photo of a large contemporary open plan dining room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Number 16- Living Area
Number 16- Living Area
Jess Hunter Interior DesignJess Hunter Interior Design
Number 16 Project. Linking Heritage Georgian architecture to modern. Inside it's all about robust interior finishes softened with layers of texture and materials. This is the open plan living, kitchen and dining area. FLowing to the outdoor alfresco.
Gleneagles | West Vancouver
Gleneagles | West Vancouver
Hasler Homes LtdHasler Homes Ltd
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Vancouver with white walls, concrete flooring, grey floors and no fireplace.
Transitional Elegance Dining Room
Transitional Elegance Dining Room
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
A dining room with impact! This is the first room one sees when entering this home, so impact was important. Blue flamestitch wallcovering above a 7 feet high wainscoting blends with leather side chairs and blue velvet captain's chairs. The custom dining table is walnut with a brass base. Anchoring the area is a modern patterned gray area rug and a brass and glass sputnik light fixture crowns the tray ceiling. Photo: Stephen Allen
Large format steel doors and screen
Large format steel doors and screen
Perla Windows LtdPerla Windows Ltd
David Butler
Design ideas for a large contemporary enclosed dining room in London with white walls, concrete flooring, grey floors and feature lighting.
Sols en béton ciré © Christel Mauve Photographe pour Chapisol
Sols en béton ciré © Christel Mauve Photographe pour Chapisol
Christel Mauve PhotographeChristel Mauve Photographe
© Christel Mauve Photographe pour Chapisol
Photo of a medium sized contemporary open plan dining room in Lyon with beige walls, concrete flooring, no fireplace and feature lighting.
Silo House
Silo House
Metropolitan Custom HomesMetropolitan Custom Homes
tkimages.com
This is an example of an expansive contemporary open plan dining room in Houston with white walls, porcelain flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
Westhampton Beach Playhouse
Westhampton Beach Playhouse
ChangoChango
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Custom Millwork Design, Furniture Design, Art Curation, & AV Design by Chango & Co. Photography by Sean Litchfield See the feature in Domino Magazine
Dining Room | The Dillon
Dining Room | The Dillon
Luca Andrisani ArchitectLuca Andrisani Architect
In this renovation, a spare bedroom was removed to expand the living and dining space. The dining room features a Paul Evans cabinet and a Venini chandelier. Featured in Interior Design, Sept. 2014, p. 216 and Serendipity, Oct. 2014, p. 30. Renovation, Interior Design, and Furnishing: Luca Andrisani Architect. Photo: Peter Murdock
Scandinavian dining rooms in wood
Scandinavian dining rooms in wood
The Danish HouseThe Danish House
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in Montreal with medium hardwood flooring.
96 Oakwood Court by Harris Calnan
96 Oakwood Court by Harris Calnan
Harris Calnan ConstructionHarris Calnan Construction
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in London with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
MAISON PLUME
MAISON PLUME
AGENCE MICHEL TORTELAGENCE MICHEL TORTEL
M TORTEL . A RINUCCINI
Large contemporary open plan dining room in Marseille.
Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors
Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors
Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.
Jeri Koegel Photography
Medium sized contemporary open plan dining room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Forest Hill - San Francisco, CA
Forest Hill - San Francisco, CA
Christopher Hoover - Environmental Design ServicesChristopher Hoover - Environmental Design Services
www.ericrorer.com
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/dining room in San Francisco with carpet, yellow walls and no fireplace.
Casa Corbino
Casa Corbino
Merzbau Design CollectiveMerzbau Design Collective
A view of the vaulted ceiling and full-height bookcase in the dining room/library. Wall paint color: "Evening Sky," Benjamin Moore. Photo Atelier Wong.
OAKS
OAKS
MaRae Simone Interiors, LLCMaRae Simone Interiors, LLC
Can MaRae Simone do a bright and colorful room? Absolutely, if that’s what her client wants. This room is bright, airy, light and happy. This colorful artwork was contracted from Phoenix Art Group but this photo could not do it justice. In person, this art positively glistens with a sheen shimmer all over. Artwork is a great way to bring color into any home. “If you’re not comfortable painting the walls,” MaRae says, “artwork can do it for you.” Design by MaRae Simone, Photography by Terrell Clark
modern ranch in san jose
modern ranch in san jose
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Dining and Kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors enable indoor/outdoor living. Photo by Scott Hargis.
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan dining room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Premium Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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