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Shabby-Chic Style Grey Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant
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Photo of a vintage dining room in London.
Eclectic Living Room
Eclectic Living Room
Photo of a shabby-chic style dining room in Other with a standard fireplace.
Дом в Подмосковье
Дом в Подмосковье
Валентина СавескулВалентина Савескул
фотограф Д. Лившиц
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style enclosed dining room in Moscow with grey walls and marble flooring.
Dallas, TX: Jen & Reed Wilcox
Dallas, TX: Jen & Reed Wilcox
Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz
Vintage dining room in Dallas with dark hardwood flooring, brown walls and a feature wall.
La Laurie Project
La Laurie Project
Katie Scott DesignKatie Scott Design
Design ideas for a large vintage enclosed dining room in Houston with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Marine Parade Hythe
Marine Parade Hythe
Sonja Earl PhotographerSonja Earl Photographer
Coastal Living Room / Diner and Kitchen Open Plan with original period features and sea views
Large vintage open plan dining room in Kent with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.
Дом на Волге
Дом на Волге
Женя ЖдановаЖеня Жданова
Евгений Кулибаба
Inspiration for a vintage dining room in Moscow with painted wood flooring and purple walls.
Shabby Chic Farm House
Shabby Chic Farm House
CR Interior DesignCR Interior Design
We opted to use client's existing dining table to incorporate in the shabby chic vibe, rustic and elegant at the same time!
This is an example of a medium sized romantic kitchen/dining room in Charlotte with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and a coffered ceiling.
Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs
South Haven BuildersSouth Haven Builders
This is an example of a vintage dining room in Atlanta.
Hedåsgatan 5B
Hedåsgatan 5B
REVENYREVENY
Design ideas for a medium sized vintage dining room in Gothenburg with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Restyled Home
Restyled Home
Restyled HomeRestyled Home
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style dining room in Other with light hardwood flooring and grey walls.
Donna Pochaski-Thomas
Donna Pochaski-Thomas
Donna Thomas Vintage Chic FurnitureDonna Thomas Vintage Chic Furniture
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style dining room in New York.
Beach House at The Strand, Dana Point, CA
Beach House at The Strand, Dana Point, CA
Homer Oatman, AIAHomer Oatman, AIA
Richard Powers
Photo of a vintage dining room in Orange County with white walls and no fireplace.
Colby
Colby
Dawn Cook DesignDawn Cook Design
Inspiration for a large romantic enclosed dining room in Cleveland with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Georgian Farm House
Georgian Farm House
OccipintiOccipinti
Photo of a romantic dining room in London.
Display
Display
FevrierFevrier
手作りのドア。Rie Yoshihara
Romantic dining room in Other.
dining area
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Michele CabotMichele Cabot
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style dining room in Other.
COUNTRY CITTADINO
COUNTRY CITTADINO
Gian Paolo GuerraGian Paolo Guerra
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style dining room in Rome.
Colonica di Pietrasanta
Colonica di Pietrasanta
Antonio LionettiAntonio Lionetti
Design ideas for a vintage dining room in Florence with white walls and brick flooring.
Tulse Hill Town House
Tulse Hill Town House
Anita Bourne t/a DefinitiveInteriorDesign.comAnita Bourne t/a DefinitiveInteriorDesign.com
Gregory Davis
Photo of a vintage dining room in London.

Shabby-Chic Style Grey 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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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