Behind the rolling hills of Arthurs Seat sits “The Farm”, a coastal getaway and future permanent residence for our clients. The modest three bedroom brick home will be renovated and a substantial extension added. The footprint of the extension re-aligns to face the beautiful landscape of the western valley and dam. The new living and dining rooms open onto an entertaining terrace. The distinct roof form of valleys and ridges relate in level to the existing roof for continuation of scale. The new roof cantilevers beyond the extension walls creating emphasis and direction towards the natural views.

QLD, Quail Constructions

Housing Industry Association - HIA

This stunning home embellishes modern country living. The surrounding farmland and valley views are exquisitely framed throughout by clever design features and a vast array of materials including expanses of glass, stone and steel structures. Upon entry, you are greeted by a series of feature ponds which flow through to the rear lap pool, alluring you into the homes charm and tranquillity.

Lincoln Park Renovation

Devon Grace Interiors

In the dining room, we went with a modern, moody and textural look. A few of the eye-catching details in the space are the black accent wall, housing the glass and metal doors leading to the butler’s pantry, a large dining table, dripping sculptural chandelier, and a gallery wall that covers the entire back wall.

Modern Dining Room with Black Built-In Bookshelves

Sea Island Builders LLC

Dark stained built-in bookcase highlights owner's large collection of books and treasures from trips abroad. Margaret Wright Photography

NW Idea House 2023

Space Lab Design Services LLC

Projet NATIONALE | 19m² | Paris 13e

NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design

Un coin dînatoire bucolique et romantique, souligné par un angle de papier peint géométrique gris argent et blanc, et des plantes suspendues qui viennent habiller cette table pour deux personnes, avec ces jolies chaises bistrot campagnardes.

Rénovation complète d'une maison

CT Architecture d'intérieur

La cuisine, ré ouverte sur la pièce de vie

Fletcher's Farmhouse Modern

Unique Home Solutions Inc.

Love this dining room with the beautiful black accent wall. I find putting natural wood colours and white chairs, really makes the dark colours pop! We brought in all this furniture to stage this home for the market. If you are thinking about listing your home, give us a call. 514-222-5553

2231 Springdale Avenue

Ram Construction, Inc./Ram Design-Build

Современный минимализм с элементами лофта

Ирина Шестопалова

Дмитрий Цыренщиков

Mid-Century Inspired x Modern Reclaimed-Look

modGSI Furniture

If you've fallen in love with the mid-century look, be bold and add some modern elements to your space. The Hawthorne dining series will give you the classic mid-century setting while the modern Vegas series in dark taupe reclaimed look will open up your space with its glass panels.

Mohawk Flooring Gallery

Jack's Carpet

West Pond House

Architecture in Formation

Michelle Rose Photography

Maison Individuelle - Rénovation, architecture d'intérieur et décoration

ROYAL ROULOTTE

Colorful Dining Room

Ann Lowengart Interiors

To eliminate an inconsistent layout, we removed the wall dividing the dining room from the living room and added a polished brass and ebonized wood handrail to create a sweeping view into the living room. To highlight the family’s passion for reading, we created a beautiful library with custom shelves flanking a niche wallpapered with Flavor Paper’s bold Glow print with color-coded book spines to add pops of color. Tom Dixon pendant lights, acrylic chairs, and a geometric hide rug complete the look.

Old Westbury Neoclassical

Chango

View into formal dining room from grand entry foyer. The floors of this home were stained with a custom blend of walnut and dark oak stain to let the grain of the white oak shine through. The walls have all been paneled and painted a crisp white to set off the stark gray used on the upper part of the walls, above the paneling. A silk light grey rug sits proud under a 12' wide custom dining table. Reclaimed wood planks from Canada and an industrial steel base harden the soft lines of the room and provide a bit of whimsy. Dining benches sit on one side of the table, and four leather and nail head studded chairs flank the other side. The table comfortably sits a party of 12.

Modern Home Office

Kenneth Brown Design

This modern home office is grounded by the Carrara marble table and surrounded by modern white chairs. The walls are upholstered in menswear fabric, which helps absorb sound and adds a tailored touch. By Kenneth Brown Design

Tudor Revival Estate, Full Home Design

User

This dining room makes an impression from top to bottom – starting with the copper-painted metallic ceiling and mural of a weeping cherry tree with starling birds. A metallic silver-champagne trim accents the dark walnut stain of the hardwoods and the sheer graphic print ivory and copper window treatments and roman shades. Stained French doors and an ebonized French china cabinet circa 1880 frame a custom round dining table; the brass and nickel drapery hardware reflect the transitional chandelier of brushed nickel. A custom wool rug with gold and copper tone on tone echo the colors in the transitional, tufted back metallic copper leather dining chairs. This square dining room’s round table makes it ideal for conversation, inviting guests to linger in its ample chairs. The many textures and contrast of deep cooper and ivory patterns create quite an effect in the room’s windows.

Dining Room

Fanny Zigdon Interiors

Modern Dining Room, Large scale wall art, fashion for walls, crystal chandelier, wood built in, Alex Turco art, blinds, Round dining room table with round bench. Photography: Matthew Dandy

Papermill Estate East Cobb, GA

Kristin Drohan Collection and Interior Design

Mali Azima

Dining Room Design Ideas with Black Walls and Metallic Walls

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!