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Small Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Dining Area
Dining Area
Conrad Brothers ConstructionConrad Brothers Construction
Inspiration for a small rustic kitchen/dining room in Other with medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Lafayette Hill Kitchen
Lafayette Hill Kitchen
Glenna Stone Interior DesignGlenna Stone Interior Design
Design ideas for a small classic kitchen/dining room in Philadelphia with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Beach Style Dining Room
Beach Style Dining Room
Photo of a small beach style kitchen/dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Гостиная-кухня
Гостиная-кухня
Дизайн-бюро Татьяны АленинойДизайн-бюро Татьяны Алениной
Фото: Сергей Красюк
This is an example of a small contemporary open plan dining room in Moscow with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Carroll Gardens Apartment
Carroll Gardens Apartment
MPD Design Build Inc.MPD Design Build Inc.
This compact yet sprawling project touched every square inch of this carefully crafted home. We worked closely with the homeowners/designers on custom cabinetry in the kitchen, office, bedrooms and foyer. We also fabricated the solid oak architectural screens which are a key feature of the overall design intent. Photo - Eduard Hueber
28 MQ - IN CENTRO A MILANO
28 MQ - IN CENTRO A MILANO
Viù Studio di Architettura - TrentoViù Studio di Architettura - Trento
This is an example of a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in Other with light hardwood flooring.
Ristrutturazione appartamento via Costabella (Prati) Roma
Ristrutturazione appartamento via Costabella (Prati) Roma
VINCENZO MEZZACANEVINCENZO MEZZACANE
L'appartamento prevede un piccolo monolocale cui si accede dall'ingresso per ospitare in completa autonomia eventuali ospiti. Una neutra e semplice cucina è disposta sulla parete di fondo, nessun pensile o elemento alto ne segano la presenza. Un mobile libreria cela un letto che all'esigenza si apre ribaltandosi a separare in 2 lo spazio. Delle bellissime piastrelle di graniglia presenti nell'appartamento fin dai primi anni del 900 sono state accuratamente asportate e poi rimontate in disegni diversi da quelli originali per adattarli ai nuovi ambienti che si sono venuti a formare; ai loro lati sono state montate delle nuove piastrelle sempre in graniglia di un neutro colore chiaro.
Humberside
Humberside
Carriage Lane Design-Build Inc.Carriage Lane Design-Build Inc.
Small traditional kitchen/dining room in Toronto with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Piso en el Guinardó
Piso en el Guinardó
Cláudia de Sousa - Interior DesignCláudia de Sousa - Interior Design
Inspiration for a small scandinavian open plan dining room in Barcelona with white walls.
トウオンノイエ
トウオンノイエ
ZOYA Design OfficeZOYA Design Office
SHIN MIYAUCHI
This is an example of a small bohemian dining room in Other with no fireplace, white walls, black floors and feature lighting.
Furniture, Window Treatments, and Flooring Source
Furniture, Window Treatments, and Flooring Source
Custom House FurnitureCustom House Furniture
Small traditional dining room in San Francisco with beige walls, carpet and no fireplace.
Staging Hyde Park
Staging Hyde Park
LMB Interiors Inc.LMB Interiors Inc.
Very compact dining area- open rot the kitchen. Utilized a mirror to bounce natural light into the space with no windows.
Photo of a small traditional dining room in Tampa with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Whimsy & Comfort
Whimsy & Comfort
Kathy Ann Abell InteriorsKathy Ann Abell Interiors
Megan Meek
Photo of a small rural dining room in San Diego with beige walls.
Charlestown Navy Yard
Charlestown Navy Yard
Jamie Keskin DesignJamie Keskin Design
Photos by Kyle Caldwell photography
This is an example of a small eclectic dining room in Boston.
Midcentury Minimal Studio
Midcentury Minimal Studio
Knock Architecture and DesignKnock Architecture and Design
Cesar Rubio
Design ideas for a small modern kitchen/dining room in San Francisco with white walls, concrete flooring and no fireplace.
Upper West Side Apartment
Upper West Side Apartment
Luna Grey InteriorsLuna Grey Interiors
Kelsey Rose
This is an example of a small bohemian dining room in New York with white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Grabill Cabinets
Grabill Cabinets
UserUser
Grabill Home Bar Cabinets
Design ideas for a small classic enclosed dining room in Indianapolis with green walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
Coral Gables Home
Coral Gables Home
CSpace Architecture and Design Inc.CSpace Architecture and Design Inc.
Stephanie Morales Casariego
Inspiration for a small contemporary dining room in Miami with no fireplace, beige walls and brown floors.
Ｔ邸
Ｔ邸
株式会社大森創太郎建築事務所株式会社大森創太郎建築事務所
藤田
Small world-inspired kitchen/dining room in Other with light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige walls.
Arakabe
Arakabe
ツクリト建築設計事務所ツクリト建築設計事務所
photo by Toshihiro Sobajima
Photo of a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

Small 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 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 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 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 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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