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Westhampton Beach Playhouse
Westhampton Beach Playhouse
ChangoChango
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Custom Millwork Design, Furniture Design, Art Curation, & AV Design by Chango & Co. Photography by Sean Litchfield See the feature in Domino Magazine
My Houzz: Dreamy, Organic Style in a Tampa Cottage
My Houzz: Dreamy, Organic Style in a Tampa Cottage
Mina BrinkeyMina Brinkey
Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Design ideas for a bohemian dining room in Tampa with white walls.
Woodland
Woodland
Deborah LeamannDeborah Leamann
Tom Grimes
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in Philadelphia with grey walls and a standard fireplace.
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Dining Room
Dining Room
Jette CreativeJette Creative
Cool colors were added with furniture to contrast the warm wood walls. A renovated kitchen and a new mudroom add to the homes flexibility and openness.
Shabby-chic Style Dining Room
Shabby-chic Style Dining Room
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style kitchen/dining room in Chicago.
Somerville Colorful
Somerville Colorful
Sean Litchfield PhotographySean Litchfield Photography
Sean Litchfield
Contemporary dining room in Boston with multi-coloured walls.
Contemporary House in Tulse Hill by Anita Bourne
Contemporary House in Tulse Hill by Anita Bourne
Gregory Davies PhotographyGregory Davies Photography
Gregory Davies
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary dining room in London with white walls and painted wood flooring.
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My Houzz: Post Architecture // Albany House
My Houzz: Post Architecture // Albany House
Andrew Snow PhotographyAndrew Snow Photography
Photo: Andrew Snow © 2014 Houzz Design: Post Architecture
Photo of a large bohemian enclosed dining room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a tiled fireplace surround.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Gwenn DubourthoumieuGwenn Dubourthoumieu
Medium sized contemporary dining room in Paris with grey walls, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
The Lodge
The Lodge
Midlake BuildersMidlake Builders
Design ideas for a rural dining room in Other with brown walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
The Willows
The Willows
Ronan Rose Roberts ArchitectsRonan Rose Roberts Architects
Medium sized modern dining room in Dublin with grey walls.
Minneapolis Residence
Minneapolis Residence
CHRISTIAN DEAN ARCHITECTURE, LLCCHRISTIAN DEAN ARCHITECTURE, LLC
Photo by: Chad Holder
Large retro dining room in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
GALLERY
GALLERY
Amanda Bone ArchitectsAmanda Bone Architects
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary open plan dining room in Dublin with white walls and a standard fireplace.
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Crest Court
Crest Court
Amanda Carol InteriorsAmanda Carol Interiors
Laurie Perez http://laurieperez.com/
Photo of a traditional dining room in San Francisco with beige walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Residential Work
Residential Work
2to5design2to5design
Design ideas for a traditional dining room in Chicago with green walls.
Midcentury Dining Room
Midcentury Dining Room
Amelia Hallsworth PhotographyAmelia Hallsworth Photography
Inspiration for a midcentury dining room in London with white walls and dark hardwood flooring.
NEW
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Lighting EFXLighting EFX
Rustic open plan dining room in Other with white walls.

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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My Houzz: A ‘Whimsical Museum Gallery’ in Texas
My Houzz: A ‘Whimsical Museum Gallery’ in Texas
Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2014 Houzz
This is an example of a bohemian dining room in Dallas with blue walls.
Magnolia Ridge Residence
Magnolia Ridge Residence
Dovetail General ContractorsDovetail General Contractors
The dining room features heavy trim build-up on the ceiling with white wainscoting. The walls are covered in grass cloth wallpaper. A dark wood dining room table is paired with light gray upholstered chairs. Photo by Aaron Leitz
Engerman
Engerman
Engerman CompaniesEngerman Companies
Contemporary dining room in Milwaukee with white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
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