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Traditional White Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Park Crescent
Park Crescent
Decoroom LtdDecoroom Ltd
Traditional dining room in London.
House for Knight Frank Richmond
House for Knight Frank Richmond
AMB PhotographyAMB Photography
This is an example of a classic dining room in London.
Best of Gallery
Best of Gallery
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
This is an example of a traditional dining room in London.
Somerset Country House - Kitchen
Somerset Country House - Kitchen
Rebecca Roberts DesignRebecca Roberts Design
Classic dining room in Other with banquette seating and white walls.
Georgian Townhouse
Georgian Townhouse
Woolf Interior Architecture & DesignWoolf Interior Architecture & Design
Design ideas for a classic dining room in Other with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a chimney breast.
A modern renovation in Bromley
A modern renovation in Bromley
Resi Design Ltd.Resi Design Ltd.
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in London.
Heath House
Heath House
The SpaceMaker InteriorsThe SpaceMaker Interiors
Large traditional dining room in Cheshire with green walls, wallpapered walls and feature lighting.
New Forest Country House
New Forest Country House
UserUser
Design ideas for a classic enclosed dining room in London with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, panelled walls and wainscoting.
Cobham Ground Floor Renovation
Cobham Ground Floor Renovation
Blue + Green InteriorsBlue + Green Interiors
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Surrey.
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...
Boscastle
Boscastle
MH Costa Construction LtdMH Costa Construction Ltd
Inspiration for a classic dining room in London.
Highgate House
Highgate House
Coolicon® Lighting LimitedCoolicon® Lighting Limited
Architecture and interior design firm Easton Design Office did a beautiful job working on the full refurbishment and structural alterations to this family home in Highgate. A bright, welcoming dining and kitchen area, the perfect space for entertaining guests or hosting the family parties. Settled right at home above the dining table hangs our Large Cream 1933 Design lampshades paired with the brass suspension sets. Elegant and poised, this neutral pendant set reflects light across the room while staying consistent with the accent brass feature, spotted in fixings throughout the space.
Kensington Residence
Kensington Residence
Elayne Barre PhotographyElayne Barre Photography
Inspiration for a classic dining room in London.
Renovation project in Reigate
Renovation project in Reigate
Georgie Hall Interior DesignGeorgie Hall Interior Design
Design ideas for a classic dining room in Surrey.
Winchmore Hill Renovation
Winchmore Hill Renovation
JLArchitectureJLArchitecture
Classic dining room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
Las Olas Condo-Glam Factor
Las Olas Condo-Glam Factor
Laure Nell InteriorsLaure Nell Interiors
Every inch of this 4,200-square-foot condo on Las Olas—two units combined into one inside the tallest building in Fort Lauderdale—is dripping with glamour, starting right away in the entrance with Phillip Jeffries’ Cloud wallpaper and crushed velvet gold chairs by Koket. Along with tearing out some of the bathrooms and installing sleek and chic new vanities, Laure Nell Interiors outfitted the residence with all the accoutrements that make it perfect for the owners—two doctors without children—to enjoy an evening at home alone or entertaining friends and family. On one side of the condo, we turned the previous kitchen into a wet bar off the family room. Inspired by One Hotel, the aesthetic here gives off permanent vacation vibes. A large rattan light fixture sets a beachy tone above a custom-designed oversized sofa. Also on this side of the unit, a light and bright guest bedroom, affectionately named the Bali Room, features Phillip Jeffries’ silver leaf wallpaper and heirloom artifacts that pay homage to the Indian heritage of one of the owners. In another more-moody guest room, a Currey and Co. Grand Lotus light fixture gives off a golden glow against Phillip Jeffries’ dip wallcovering behind an emerald green bed, while an artist hand painted the look on each wall. The other side of the condo took on an aesthetic that reads: The more bling, the better. Think crystals and chrome and a 78-inch circular diamond chandelier. The main kitchen, living room (where we custom-surged together Surya rugs), dining room (embellished with jewelry-like chain-link Yale sconces by Arteriors), office, and master bedroom (overlooking downtown and the ocean) all reside on this side of the residence. And then there’s perhaps the jewel of the home: the powder room, illuminated by Tom Dixon pendants. The homeowners hiked Machu Picchu together and fell in love with a piece of art on their trip that we designed the entire bathroom around. It’s one of many personal objets found throughout the condo, making this project a true labor of love.
Capital Hill Residence
Capital Hill Residence
Enviable Designs Inc.Enviable Designs Inc.
Beautifully handmade blinds frame the windows to this formal dining room, enclosed in excuisite glass detailed doors. Photography by Vicky Tan
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional enclosed dining room in Vancouver with brown walls and dark hardwood flooring.
High Design in the Heartland
High Design in the Heartland
Stephanie Stroud InteriorsStephanie Stroud Interiors
Traditional dining room in Kansas City.
Historic Renovation
Historic Renovation
Keri Fields Interiors, LLCKeri Fields Interiors, LLC
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in New York.
The Danbury House | Dining Room
The Danbury House | Dining Room
Bria Hammel InteriorsBria Hammel Interiors
Interior Designer | Bria Hammel Interiors Photographer | Alyssa Lee Photography
This is an example of a large classic dining room in Minneapolis with medium hardwood flooring.

Traditional White 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.
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