Rustic Open Plan Dining Room Ideas and Designs

East West House

TruexCullins Architecture + Interior Design

Westphalen Photography
Photo of a rustic open plan dining room in Burlington with a stone fireplace surround.

Green Garden

Gander Builders

Rustic open plan dining room in Chicago with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Luxury Living on the Lake

Harvest Timber Specialty Products

Inspiration for a rustic open plan dining room in Seattle with white walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floors.

Meadow View

Best Custom Homes, LLC

Photos: Eric Lucero
Large rustic open plan dining room in Denver.

Party Barn

Vernon Wentz

The lighting design in this rustic barn with a modern design was the designed and built by lighting designer Mike Moss. This was not only a dream to shoot because of my love for rustic architecture but also because the lighting design was so well done it was a ease to capture. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

Wayne Residence

LMK INTERIOR DESIGN

Scott Zimmerman, Mountain rustic/contemporary dining room in Park City Utah.
This is an example of a large rustic open plan dining room in Salt Lake City with beige walls, carpet and feature lighting.

Modern Ski Chalet

Stillwater Architecture L.L.C.

Modern ski chalet with walls of windows to enjoy the mountainous view provided of this ski-in ski-out property. Formal and casual living room areas allow for flexible entertaining. Construction - Bear Mountain Builders Interiors - Hunter & Company Photos - Gibeon Photography

Texas Hill Country Residence

WoodCo

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Wedding Pavilion Rancho Mirando

Mark W. Canada Architects, AIA

This is an example of an expansive rustic open plan dining room in Austin with white walls, concrete flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Carmel Cabin

Carlson Design Group, Inc.

David Wakely
This is an example of a medium sized rustic open plan dining room in Denver with dark hardwood flooring, brown walls, no fireplace and brown floors.

Chateau Beaver Creek, Private Residence

LKW Design Associates

Inspiration for a rustic open plan dining room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

Old Fort Cabin

Altura Architects

This mountain modern cabin outside of Asheville serves as a simple retreat for our clients. They are passionate about fly-fishing, so when they found property with a designated trout stream, it was a natural fit. We developed a design that allows them to experience both views and sounds of the creek and a relaxed style for the cabin - a counterpoint to their full-time residence.

Custom Home

Shoreline Construction and Development

Dining area with antler chandelier
Rustic open plan dining room in Charleston with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Colorado Log Home

Dona Rosene Interiors

Rustic open plan dining room in Dallas with beige walls, brown floors and wood walls.

Banner Elk, NC Whole House Remodel

Kevin Carpenter Interiors

A modern mountain renovation of an inherited mountain home in North Carolina. We brought the 1990's home in the the 21st century with a redesign of living spaces, changing out dated windows for stacking doors, with an industrial vibe. The new design breaths and compliments the beautiful vistas outside, enhancing, not blocking.

Modern Ranch

Kyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated

James Kruger, LandMark Photography, Peter Eskuche, AIA, Eskuche Design, Sharon Seitz, HISTORIC studio, Interior Design
Expansive rustic open plan dining room in Minneapolis with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and feature lighting.

The Crow's Nest Residence

BCV ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS

Bruce Damonte
Photo of a large rustic open plan dining room in San Francisco with medium hardwood flooring.

Four Pines Cabin #14

Jacque Jenkins-Stireman: A Design Studio

Design ideas for a rustic open plan dining room in Other with dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and feature lighting.

Gothic Cottage - Award Finalist

Daniel Contelmo Architects

The dining area enjoys views of the pond behind the house. Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.
Design ideas for a large rustic open plan dining room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floors and feature lighting.

Lake Toxaway Artist's Retreat

MossCreek

This unique home, and it's use of historic cabins that were dismantled, and then reassembled on-site, was custom designed by MossCreek. As the mountain residence for an accomplished artist, the home features abundant natural light, antique timbers and logs, and numerous spaces designed to highlight the artist's work and to serve as studios for creativity. Photos by John MacLean.

Rustic Open Plan 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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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