Photography by Sophie Piesse

bergerie Provence

SANDRINE THOOR DECORATION

Sandrine THOOR création d'ambiance - home staging - suspension en fer forgé création sur mesure -

22 Bradford

Tag & Associates, LLC

Brianne's Condo

Wow Great Place

This condo was a blank slate. All new furnishings and decor. And how fun is it to get light fixtures installed into a stretched ceiling? I think the electrician is still cursing at us. This is the view from the front entry into the dining room.

Raeburn Signature - Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space

Flooret

Raeburn Signature from the Modin LVP Collection: Inspired by summers at the cabin among redwoods and pines. Weathered rustic notes with deep reds and subtle grays.

Dining Room (and Family Room) with New Windows and Doors

Renewal by Andersen Long Island

All new windows and patio doors installed in this terrific dining room and living room decorated for the holidays. We hope you all have a wonderful holiday season this year! Windows from Renewal by Andersen Long Island

Projet longère charente maritime intérieurs

Agence FOGEL

Scénographie autour du buffet.

Thredbo

FLOW interiors and styling

Villetta unifamiliare

Molteni e Tornaghi architetti

Vista della zona pranzo, del soggiorno e della scala. La differenza di altezze della copertura è evidenziata da una travatura a vista, per la parte più alta, e da un abbassamento per quella più bassa. La scala in marmo collega il piano con il sottotetto

MEDITERRANEAN renovation

DZINE FIRM interior planners

Dining room integrated into part of the Kitchen. Featuring wine cooler and glass storage cabinetry. Decorative medallion ties up the concept for this traditional light fixture.

'Shooting Stars' Unbuilt Project: SunBrow

SunSwallow Design, LLC

The clients called me on the recommendation from a neighbor of mine who had met them at a conference and learned of their need for an architect. They contacted me and after meeting to discuss their project they invited me to visit their site, not far from White Salmon in Washington State. Initially, the couple discussed building a ‘Weekend’ retreat on their 20± acres of land. Their site was in the foothills of a range of mountains that offered views of both Mt. Adams to the North and Mt. Hood to the South. They wanted to develop a place that was ‘cabin-like’ but with a degree of refinement to it and take advantage of the primary views to the north, south and west. They also wanted to have a strong connection to their immediate outdoors. Before long my clients came to the conclusion that they no longer perceived this as simply a weekend retreat but were now interested in making this their primary residence. With this new focus we concentrated on keeping the refined cabin approach but needed to add some additional functions and square feet to the original program. They wanted to downsize from their current 3,500± SF city residence to a more modest 2,000 – 2,500 SF space. They desired a singular open Living, Dining and Kitchen area but needed to have a separate room for their television and upright piano. They were empty nesters and wanted only two bedrooms and decided that they would have two ‘Master’ bedrooms, one on the lower floor and the other on the upper floor (they planned to build additional ‘Guest’ cabins to accommodate others in the near future). The original scheme for the weekend retreat was only one floor with the second bedroom tucked away on the north side of the house next to the breezeway opposite of the carport. Another consideration that we had to resolve was that the particular location that was deemed the best building site had diametrically opposed advantages and disadvantages. The views and primary solar orientations were also the source of the prevailing winds, out of the Southwest. The resolve was to provide a semi-circular low-profile earth berm on the south/southwest side of the structure to serve as a wind-foil directing the strongest breezes up and over the structure. Because our selected site was in a saddle of land that then sloped off to the south/southwest the combination of the earth berm and the sloping hill would effectively created a ‘nestled’ form allowing the winds rushing up the hillside to shoot over most of the house. This allowed me to keep the favorable orientation to both the views and sun without being completely compromised by the winds.

Salle à manger maison ancienne avant

This condo was a blank slate. All new furnishings and decor. And how fun is it to get light fixtures installed into a stretched ceiling? I think the electrician is still cursing at us.

Northern Virginia Home

Goodwin Heart Pine Company

1800sf 5-1/4” River-Recovered Midnight Heart Pine Select. Also bought 25LF of 5-1/2” Bull Nosed Trim.

Bermuda Home

Stephen Ryan Design and Decoration

Ray Main

Lake Calhoun Condo

MSI Custom Homes, LLC

A great space with design demarcation. Bold stripes, glitzy polka dots, red carpet, and Black Gold Galaxy Granite make this lakeview room shine. Greer Photo - Jill Greer

Attico Italo

Lucadello & Stocco Architetti Associati

Dettaglio tavolo

Projet longère charente maritime intérieurs

Agence FOGEL

Détail du plan de travail en ormeau galeux massif. La rive du plateau n'a pas été rectifiée révélant ainsi tout le relief de l'aubier.

Contemporary Cottage on Dupont

Destiny Homes

Photographer: Chuck Korpi

Dining Room Design Ideas with Red Floor

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!