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Farmhouse Kitchen
Farmhouse Kitchen
Covenant LLCCovenant LLC
Seating area featuring built in bench seating and plenty of natural light. Table top is made of reclaimed lumber done by Longleaf Lumber. The bottom table legs are reclaimed Rockford Lathe Legs.
Быково
Быково
Oleg Klodt Architecture & DesignOleg Klodt Architecture & Design
Traditional dining room in Moscow with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
584 Peerless Drive - Dining Room
584 Peerless Drive - Dining Room
Collective DesignCollective Design
Collective Design + Furnishings
Photo of a traditional dining room in Denver with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
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Atherton Timeless Estate
Atherton Timeless Estate
Spectrum Interior Design, Inc.Spectrum Interior Design, Inc.
Large classic enclosed dining room in San Francisco with dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors, beige walls and feature lighting.
Wildridge Drive
Wildridge Drive
Dawson Lupul BuildersDawson Lupul Builders
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in Austin with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and grey floors.
Chapel Hill Family Home
Chapel Hill Family Home
JS Interiors LLCJS Interiors LLC
Full-scale interior design, architectural consultation, kitchen design, bath design, furnishings selection and project management for a home located in the historic district of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The home features a fresh take on traditional southern decorating, and was included in the March 2018 issue of Southern Living magazine. Read the full article here: https://www.southernliving.com/home/remodel/1930s-colonial-house-remodel Photo by: Anna Routh
Лавандовый сад
Лавандовый сад
Студия Enjoy HomeСтудия Enjoy Home
Photo by: Михаил Лоскутов © 2017 Houzz
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen/dining room in Moscow with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Refresh From Scratch
Refresh From Scratch
Wesley-Wayne Interiors (LA)Wesley-Wayne Interiors (LA)
Large traditional kitchen/dining room in Los Angeles with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Kings Farm Project 2
Kings Farm Project 2
Sketch Design Build Inc.Sketch Design Build Inc.
Design ideas for a classic dining room in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, exposed beams and a timber clad ceiling.
Residential Remodel, Marco Island.
Residential Remodel, Marco Island.
Integral Building CorporationIntegral Building Corporation
Classic enclosed dining room in Miami with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Shingle Style House
Shingle Style House
Huestis Tucker Architects, LLCHuestis Tucker Architects, LLC
Nancy Elizabeth Hill
This is an example of a large traditional kitchen/dining room in New York with medium hardwood flooring.
Downtown High Rise
Downtown High Rise
MKW InteriorsMKW Interiors
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Chicago with dark hardwood flooring and black floors.
Kids Live Here - Dining Room open to Breakfast Nook and Living Room
Kids Live Here - Dining Room open to Breakfast Nook and Living Room
Lee Waters DesignLee Waters Design
Interior design by ContentedInteriors.com Photography by GordonGregoryPhoto.com Florals by WildFleurette.com
Medium sized traditional dining room in Richmond with black walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Effingham Kitchen
Effingham Kitchen
Collins BespokeCollins Bespoke
Photo of a classic kitchen/dining room in Surrey with white walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Современная классика Столовая
Современная классика Столовая
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Moscow with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Winchester Project
Winchester Project
Refined Renovations & Refined HomeRefined Renovations & Refined Home
A family moved from the city to this home just north of Boston. The house was built in the early 2000s and needed some updating - a new kitchen, mudroom, and a laundry room that had to be relocated to the second floor. In addition to the renovations, the couple needed to furnish their home. This included furniture, decor, accessories, wallpaper, window treatments, paint colors etc. Every room was transformed to meet the family's needs and was a reflection of their personality. The end result was a bright, fun and livable home for the couple and their three small children. Max Holiver Photography
Brentwood Bungalow
Brentwood Bungalow
P2 DesignP2 Design
Photos Provided by Hugh Evans of Partners Trust, Interior Design by Jill Wolff Interior Design
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Los Angeles with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Private Home Medford, MA
Private Home Medford, MA
Bryant Park Designs, LLCBryant Park Designs, LLC
Michael J. Lee
Photo of a traditional dining room in Boston with multi-coloured walls.
The McGinty’s Home Design
The McGinty’s Home Design
Tranquil Designs LLCTranquil Designs LLC
This is the dining room, I wanted this room to make a statement. The paneling design on the wall was already white, so I decided to paint the walls needlepoint navy. I dressed the window with a white custom drapery and bronze drapery rod. I used a live edge table with white dining chairs. The rug was my inspirational piece for this room, it just brought everything together. The one piece that the customer had to have was cotton, so I accessorized the table with a vase with cotton and brought in a blue table runner and some white dishes.

Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.
Sims Hilditch 16th Century Manor
Sims Hilditch 16th Century Manor
Sims HilditchSims Hilditch
16th Century Manor Dining Area
Medium sized classic enclosed dining room with beige walls, beige floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.
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