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Traditional Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Belsize Park
Belsize Park
MH Costa Construction LtdMH Costa Construction Ltd
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in London.
Oval Apartment
Oval Apartment
Bhavin Taylor DesignBhavin Taylor Design
Traditional dining room in London.
Transitional Dining Room
Transitional Dining Room
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Other.
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Orchestrated Orangery
Orchestrated Orangery
Kitchen Architecture LtdKitchen Architecture Ltd
Kitchen Architecture - bulthaup b3 furniture in random walnut veneer, sand-beige aluminium and clay laminate with a solid Walnut bar. The Kitchen Architecture designed and supplied layout incorporates soft seating from Carl Hansen And Fritz Hansen, as well a dining table from Rimadesio.
1930's doer-upper transformed into a beautiful modern family home
1930's doer-upper transformed into a beautiful modern family home
My Bespoke RoomMy Bespoke Room
Tracy, one of our fabulous customers who last year undertook what can only be described as, a colossal home renovation! With the help of her My Bespoke Room designer Milena, Tracy transformed her 1930's doer-upper into a truly jaw-dropping, modern family home. But don't take our word for it, see for yourself...
Woodford Square
Woodford Square
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Medium sized classic open plan dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Dining Area
Dining Area
Dseesion InteriorsDseesion Interiors
Design ideas for a classic dining room in London.
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St Maur's Cottage | Totnes
St Maur's Cottage | Totnes
Sue Vaughton Photography & DesignSue Vaughton Photography & Design
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Devon.
Richmond Family Home
Richmond Family Home
Georgina Gibson Interior DesignGeorgina Gibson Interior Design
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in London.
Coniscliffe Dining room
Coniscliffe Dining room
Gill Wilkinson InteriorsGill Wilkinson Interiors
This dated dining room was given a complete makeover using the fireplace as our inspiration. We were delighted wanted to re-use her grandmother's dining furniture so this was french polished and the contemporary 'ghost' style chairs added as a contrast to the dark furniture. A stunning wallpaper from Surfacephilia, floor length velvet curtains with contrasting Roman blind and a stunning gold palm tree floor lamp to complement the other gold accents the room. The bespoke feather and gold chair chandelier form Cold Harbour Lights is the hero piece of this space.
East Grinstead Extension
East Grinstead Extension
Elizabeth Bee Interior DesignElizabeth Bee Interior Design
The dining room features an extra large bespoke dining table, along with the benches which Elizabeth designed to accommodate the maximum seating required for family get togethers. The Chelsom lighting looks stunning over the table.
Queens Gate Terrace
Queens Gate Terrace
Burbeck Interiors ltdBurbeck Interiors ltd
Classic dining room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, brown floors and wainscoting.
Stockholm
Stockholm
Art concepts LondonArt concepts London
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in London.
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Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Notting Hill Extension and Full Renovation
Aflux DesignsAflux Designs
This is an example of a traditional dining room in London.
Artistic Interiors
Artistic Interiors
Miri Design LtdMiri Design Ltd
Traditional dining room in Hertfordshire.
Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse
Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse
Emilie Fournet InteriorsEmilie Fournet Interiors
Basement Georgian kitchen with black limestone, yellow shaker cabinets and open and freestanding kitchen island. War and cherry marble, midcentury accents, leading onto a dining room.
Park Crescent
Park Crescent
Decoroom LtdDecoroom Ltd
Traditional dining room in London.

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.
Barnes Family Home: 'House of Colour'
Barnes Family Home: 'House of Colour'
LEIVARSLEIVARS
This young and vibrant family wanted an open plan space where they could cook, see their children play and interact whilst they were in the kitchen, a social space to cook for friends / family and be part of the conversation at the same time. We designed the perfect over sized banquette seating to maximise the number of guests in addition to conventional dining chairs, the perfect balance in every way. Adding mirrors helped soften the open plan feel allowing softness and movement throughout the day and evening.
North London Extension and Ground Floor Refurbishment
North London Extension and Ground Floor Refurbishment
All Done Design LtdAll Done Design Ltd
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in London.
Paddington
Paddington
Stella Rossa Design and BuildStella Rossa Design and Build
Design ideas for a classic dining room in London with banquette seating, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and brick walls.
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