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Campbell House
Campbell House
Marie Hebson's interiorsBYDESIGN Inc.Marie Hebson's interiorsBYDESIGN Inc.
Photo of a medium sized classic open plan dining room in Edmonton with grey walls, porcelain flooring and beige floors.
Wanless Park
Wanless Park
Meghan Carter Design Inc.Meghan Carter Design Inc.
Open concept dining room with accent wall. Photography by Leslie Goodwin Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Lifestyle Photos
Lifestyle Photos
IlluminationsIlluminations
Hinkley Lifestyles
Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Austin.
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Moravian Star
Moravian Star
MaMo ArchitectsMaMo Architects
Jeffery Totaro
Traditional dining room in Philadelphia with beige walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Westwood Home
Westwood Home
Dana Lauren DesignsDana Lauren Designs
Traditional dining room in Los Angeles with grey walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Closter Project
Closter Project
Michael Mariotti Interior DesignMichael Mariotti Interior Design
Photographer - Phillip Ennis
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in New York with beige walls.
Dining Buffet
Dining Buffet
Paula Devon Raso Interior DesignPaula Devon Raso Interior Design
Mike Jensen Photo
Inspiration for a classic dining room in Seattle.
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City Townhome
City Townhome
Kim Scodro InteriorsKim Scodro Interiors
Werner Straube
Photo of a large classic enclosed dining room in Chicago with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
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Hoyt Lane
Hoyt Lane
Laura Vlaming | ArkiteriorsLaura Vlaming | Arkiteriors
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Traditional Dining Room
Traditional Dining Room
Traditional open plan dining room in Other with dark hardwood flooring.
Centerville Residence
Centerville Residence
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Design ideas for a classic dining room in Philadelphia with beige walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Abbey Road
Abbey Road
Foley Hillestad ArchitectureFoley Hillestad Architecture
Design ideas for a classic kitchen/dining room in Philadelphia with beige walls and dark hardwood flooring.
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Oram
Oram
Kitchens of DiabloKitchens of Diablo
Blue and White Diningroom with mouldings
This is an example of a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in San Francisco with blue walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Oram
Oram
Kitchens of DiabloKitchens of Diablo
Blue and White Diningroom with mouldings
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional kitchen/dining room in San Francisco with blue walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Rutland Square
Rutland Square
Fabrizio Construction llcFabrizio Construction llc
A repurposed skylight sets the stage for the new kitchen eating area. Complete reconstruction of the entire space including a new gas fireplace with antique salvaged mantle, custom coffered ceiling and built ins flanking fireplace
Laurel Highlands
Laurel Highlands
B.O.B. - Beyond Ordinary Boundaries ArchitectureB.O.B. - Beyond Ordinary Boundaries Architecture
Design ideas for a classic kitchen/dining room in Richmond with medium hardwood flooring, beige walls, no fireplace and brown floors.

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.
Residential Work
Residential Work
2to5design2to5design
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in Chicago with green walls.
Client Home - Gull Lake, MI
Client Home - Gull Lake, MI
Haisma Design Co., LLC.Haisma Design Co., LLC.
Photography by Scott Van Dyke for Haisma Design Co.
This is an example of a classic dining room in Grand Rapids with beige walls and medium hardwood flooring.
View from Front Entry
View from Front Entry
Lapis Design PartnersLapis Design Partners
A view from the entry shows the vaulted ceiling and the arched openings of the living room and kitchen. The dining table placement can also be seen alongside the new decorative living room opening. Photographer: John Horner
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