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Small Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Greenville Kitchen Renovation
Greenville Kitchen Renovation
Amanda Louise InteriorsAmanda Louise Interiors
Photo of a small eclectic kitchen/dining room in Other with white walls.
Circle C Cozy Modern- Breakfast Room
Circle C Cozy Modern- Breakfast Room
Christen Ales Interior DesignChristen Ales Interior Design
Merrick Ales Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary dining room in Austin with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Cozy Guest Cabin
Cozy Guest Cabin
Snake River InteriorsSnake River Interiors
Clients renovating their primary residence first wanted to create an inviting guest house they could call home during their renovation. Traditional in it's original construction, this project called for a rethink of lighting (both through the addition of windows to add natural light) as well as modern fixtures to create a blended transitional feel. We used bright colors in the kitchen to create a big impact in a small space. All told, the result is cozy, inviting and full of charm.
Grand View
Grand View
CxS DesignsCxS Designs
Photo of a small beach style dining room in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Lakeside Getaway
Lakeside Getaway
RLH StudioRLH Studio
Spacecrafting Photography
Design ideas for a small beach style kitchen/dining room in Minneapolis with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, white walls, brown floors, a timber clad ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Meadow Beach House
Meadow Beach House
UserUser
Inspiration for a small coastal dining room in Boston with light hardwood flooring, beige walls, no fireplace, beige floors and feature lighting.
River
River
Brandon Architects, Inc.Brandon Architects, Inc.
Design ideas for a small contemporary dining room in Orange County with white walls, no fireplace and grey floors.
Dinning Room
Dinning Room
Gruebmeyer BuildersGruebmeyer Builders
Design ideas for a small traditional enclosed dining room in Columbus with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Boise Residence
Boise Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Dining Room. Photo byClark Dugger
Design ideas for a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Layfayette Blvd
Layfayette Blvd
Alisha Taylor InteriorsAlisha Taylor Interiors
This is an example of a small nautical dining room in Phoenix with white walls, no fireplace, brown floors and medium hardwood flooring.
Modern Tudor
Modern Tudor
Faulkner Perrin Custom HomesFaulkner Perrin Custom Homes
Photo of a small beach style dining room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Industrial Dining Room
Industrial Dining Room
This is an example of a small industrial kitchen/dining room in Other with red walls, no fireplace, concrete flooring and white floors.
Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Heights
Lewis Birks, LLCLewis Birks, LLC
Design ideas for a small contemporary dining room in New York with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Переделка хрущевки
Переделка хрущевки
WindWind
обеденная зона
Small classic dining room in Moscow with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Ocean Front Gulfstream Condominium
Ocean Front Gulfstream Condominium
Linda Perry Design Inc.Linda Perry Design Inc.
Sargent Photography J/Howard Design Inc
This is an example of a small contemporary kitchen/dining room in Miami with marble flooring, white floors, no fireplace and grey walls.
Project Tiny but Luxe
Project Tiny but Luxe
Distinctive KitchensDistinctive Kitchens
A romantic corner dining space, with a custom designed banquette, House of Hackney wallpaper and a lovely chandelier.
Small traditional kitchen/dining room in Seattle with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Downpipe
Downpipe
Garrett Dillon Crafted Kitchens & FurnitureGarrett Dillon Crafted Kitchens & Furniture
This is an example of a small traditional dining room in Other with dark hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Laurelhurst
Laurelhurst
Marianne Simon DesignMarianne Simon Design
Photo of a small traditional kitchen/dining room in Seattle with light hardwood flooring, grey walls and no fireplace.
Upper 5th Avenue
Upper 5th Avenue
Elizabeth Bolognino Interiors LLCElizabeth Bolognino Interiors LLC
Inspiration for a small traditional enclosed dining room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Princess Blush
Princess Blush
Susie Ralls DesignsSusie Ralls Designs
Design ideas for a small contemporary dining room in Orange County with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace, beige floors and feature lighting.

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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