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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.
Dovedale Road
Dovedale Road
IQ Glass UKIQ Glass UK
Floor to ceiling, sliding glass doors installed as corner opening configuration. Aluminium frames made the sliding door lighter to use manually. The base track is concealed in the building to create smooth transitions.
Portman House
Portman House
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury open plan dining room in London with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
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Golders Green, London
Golders Green, London
Artline Joinery LtdArtline Joinery Ltd
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in London.
Luxury kitchen, home bar and joinery installation in Kensington apartment
Luxury kitchen, home bar and joinery installation in Kensington apartment
Cor DomiCor Domi
This is an example of a classic dining room in London.
Hackney Warehouse Conversion
Hackney Warehouse Conversion
Jemma Goodman DesignJemma Goodman Design
Industrial dining room in London.
Westminster Road
Westminster Road
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Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in London.
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Full Home Remodel, Walthamstow
Full Home Remodel, Walthamstow
Resilient Edge Architecture LtdResilient Edge Architecture Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in London.
Barrow Road
Barrow Road
Studio Werc ArchitectsStudio Werc Architects
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in London.
Cumberland Road
Cumberland Road
Clare Elise InteriorsClare Elise Interiors
The kitchen / snug area has a real sense of identity and feels connected yet not blended to the other areas of the house. Neutral off white walls with the back wall painted in a very dark grey helps frame the garden. The bespoke bench in the dining space takes centre stage and again offers clever storage solutions whilst the half painted wall brings in colour and helps define this area of the large open plan space. In the snug end existing furniture items were re-upholstered to stand out and art sings!
Central London
Central London
Bourne Contractors LtdBourne Contractors Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in London.
Fulham Town House
Fulham Town House
Click LondonClick London
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in London.
Best of Gallery
Best of Gallery
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in London.
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London Georgian House
London Georgian House
Forge InteriorsForge Interiors
Contemporary dining room in Other.
Buckinghamshire Renovation
Buckinghamshire Renovation
DecorbuddiDecorbuddi
Photo of a classic dining room in London with green walls and beige floors.
Barnes
Barnes
Todd SutherlandTodd Sutherland
This is an example of a bohemian dining room in Hertfordshire.
My Project
My Project
Hamilford DesignHamilford Design
Inspiration for a traditional dining room with banquette seating, grey walls and grey floors.

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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Project for Raspberry Interiors
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Anna Stathaki | PhotographyAnna Stathaki | Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in London.
Stanmer Road
Stanmer Road
Burbeck Interiors ltdBurbeck Interiors ltd
Photo of a contemporary dining room in London with white walls, concrete flooring and grey floors.
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
Photo of a large classic open plan dining room in London with green walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors, exposed beams and panelled walls.
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