First Mallorca, Ca S`amitger, Mallorca invest

Interiors

Jeff Herr Photography

Locust Road Breakfast Nook

LKID

Photography Courtesy of Jason Jung

Warm contemporary Kitchen and living room in Arcadia

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Complete overhaul of the common area in this wonderful Arcadia home. The living room, dining room and kitchen were redone. The direction was to obtain a contemporary look but to preserve the warmth of a ranch home. The perfect combination of modern colors such as grays and whites blend and work perfectly together with the abundant amount of wood tones in this design. The open kitchen is separated from the dining area with a large 10' peninsula with a waterfall finish detail. Notice the 3 different cabinet colors, the white of the upper cabinets, the Ash gray for the base cabinets and the magnificent olive of the peninsula are proof that you don't have to be afraid of using more than 1 color in your kitchen cabinets. The kitchen layout includes a secondary sink and a secondary dishwasher! For the busy life style of a modern family. The fireplace was completely redone with classic materials but in a contemporary layout. Notice the porcelain slab material on the hearth of the fireplace, the subway tile layout is a modern aligned pattern and the comfortable sitting nook on the side facing the large windows so you can enjoy a good book with a bright view. The bamboo flooring is continues throughout the house for a combining effect, tying together all the different spaces of the house. All the finish details and hardware are honed gold finish, gold tones compliment the wooden materials perfectly.

St. John Estate

Mimi & Hill interiors

Toni Deis Photography

Proyecto de reforma de una vivienda singular con jardín.

Aurora Gomez Design - arquitectura y diseño

Classic Country Residence

Cath Tonkin Interiors

The Conservatory room is sun-filled year round and is a perfect entertaining space. Outdoor furniture and fabrics in classic style and colours create a relaxed atmosphere. the woodfired oven is a hand for a quick pizza or a roast dinner.

Staged Southwestern Home

Pink Dwelling

Elisa Macomber

Asian Dining Room

Traditional Carson, CA. Kitchen / Dining Area Remodel

Custom Design & Construction

We were honored to be asked by this recently retired aerospace employee and soon to be retired physician’s assistant to design and remodel their kitchen and dining area. Since they love to cook – they felt that it was time for them to get their dream kitchen. They knew that they wanted a traditional style complete with glazed cabinets and oil rubbed bronze hardware. Also important to them were full height cabinets. In order to get them we had to remove the soffits from the ceiling. Also full height is the glass backsplash. To create a kitchen designed for a chef you need a commercial free standing range but you also need a lot of pantry space. There is a dual pull out pantry with wire baskets to ensure that the homeowners can store all of their ingredients. The new floor is a caramel bamboo.

Photo: Norma Molina Lopez | Dining room

Mark English Architects, AIA

Bartlett Estates

CW Architecture, Inc.

Brian Goddard

shootings & tournages au château de dirac

les petites emplettes

Isabelle Dubois-Dumée

Kirtling Tower Limed Oak Kitchen

Tim Wood Limited

A European limed oak octagonal framed kitchen made for Lord and Lady Fairhaven at Kirtling Tower in Cambridgeshire. The kitchen was designed to echo and complement the Tudor architecture of Kirtling Tower, particularly the Tudor arched windows. All the kitchen doors feature a solid European oak Tudor arch raised and fielded panel, reflecting what was used throughout the Tower by the original builders. The back wall has a made to measure La Cornue oven, hob and extractor, with open fronted drawers to the left and dovetailed drawer to the right. All the knobs were made from the same oak, turned and then wedge fixed from behind. Most of the shelves throughout the kitchen are set on small adjustable pegs. Designed and hand built by Tim Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Ranch

Studio Z Architecture

The master suite in this 1970’s Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home was transformed from open and awkward to clean and crisp. The original suite was one large room with a sunken tub, pedestal sink, and toilet just a few steps up from the bedroom, which had a full wall of patio doors. The roof was rebuilt so the bedroom floor could be raised so that it is now on the same level as the bathroom (and the rest of the house). Rebuilding the roof gave an opportunity for the bedroom ceilings to be vaulted, and wood trim, soffits, and uplighting enhance the Frank Lloyd Wright connection. The interior space was reconfigured to provide a private master bath with a soaking tub and a skylight, and a private porch was built outside the bedroom. The dining room was given a face-lift by removing the old mirrored china built-in along the wall and adding simple shelves in its place. Contractor: Meadowlark Design + Build Interior Designer: Meadowlark Design + Build Photographer: Emily Rose Imagery

Deco Seaside Apartment

Nicky Percival Limited

Mid century table and chairs with teak shelving, modern chandelier and vintage art works

Rénovation totale d'un appartement à Saint Tropez

Hélèna Gendre Décoration

grande salle à manger, sol tomettes, belle hauteur sous plafond. Lustre fait sur mesure avec des boules japonaises. Chaises chinées.

Esszimmer mit Sitzbank

REFUGIUM - Interior Design

Dining Room Design Ideas with Bamboo Floors and Terra-cotta Floors

A dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!