The formal dining room with floor to ceiling drapery panels at an open entrance allows for the room to be closed off if needed. Exposed brick from the original home mixed with the Homeowner's collection of antiques and a new china hutch which serves as a buffet mix for this traditional dining area.

Kensington Makeover

Timberlake Design Build

Penthouse Marxvorstadt

BESPOKE Interior Design & Production

Montecito

Indian Wells Interiors

Sumptuous italianate dining room

Riverfront Condo

Karen Kempf Interiors

After downsizing from a large Mediterranean style home, an open and airy condo appealed to this client. We created an inviting space by incorporating a light and fresh palette with wallpapers, fabrics, and furniture. Photos done by Adam Ryan Morris at Morris Creative, LLC.

White Kitchen & Storage

Lamar's Custom Cabinets

Mid-Century Marvelous Home

Monica Milewski

Organic feel oak dining room

Port Wood Furniture Studio

Traditional materials presented in a very contemporary way perfectly complement this beautifully appointed oak barn. Furniture, soft furnishings and lighting supplied by Port Wood Furniture Studio.

New England Stone Fireplace and Stone Oven at Copper Door Restaurant

STONEYARD®

Copper Door® restaurant located in Bedford, NH, has an amazingly warm feeling of home from the minute you walk in. "A mix of high-end materials were used to build a restaurant that is warm, elegant and inviting, as if you were inside someone's beautiful home," said designer Dana Boucher of Breath of Fresh Art. Rich textures, wood beam ceilings, and a New England stone fireplace greet you upon entering. A mix of three different products were used for the perfect blend of colors and shapes. Boston Blend Ledgestone, Boston Blend Ashlar, and Greenwich Gray Ledgestone create a look that is not too modern and not too rustic. But they didn't stop there. A stone oven in the open-concept kitchen allows the chef to get creative with one-of-a-kind dishes. Mitered corners were used on the 45-degree angles. The same blend of colors and shapes that was used on the fireplace was also used on the stone oven. Photographer: Eric Barry Photography Mason: Prime Masonry of Nashua, NH GC: Fulcrum Associates of Amherst, NH Architect: Dignard Architectural of New Boston, NH Stoneyard Dealer: Hudson Quarry of Hudson, NH

Custom Family Style Live Edge Dining Table

Studio4ri

Highland Lane Whole House - Olathe

Schloegel Design Remodel

Dining Room

Pam Adams

Sunny Rousette Photography

Devonwood Midcentury

Neo and Associates

Refinishing Hardwood Flooring

Ability Wood Flooring

Designer Perspective

Wiles Design Group

Modern lighting and fun chairs fill this open-concept kitchen/dining space. Photography by John Richards --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/

Bright Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

TFQ Architects

Contemporary Loft

Hom Personal Interiors

SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

Commercial - Rustic Restaurant Cafe

LNDesigns

Having worked ten years in hospitality, I understand the challenges of restaurant operation and how smart interior design can make a huge difference in overcoming them. This once country cottage café needed a facelift to bring it into the modern day but we honoured its already beautiful features by stripping back the lack lustre walls to expose the original brick work and constructing dark paneling to contrast. The rustic bar was made out of 100 year old floorboards and the shelves and lighting fixtures were created using hand-soldered scaffold pipe for an industrial edge. The old front of house bar was repurposed to make bespoke banquet seating with storage, turning the high traffic hallway area from an avoid zone for couples to an enviable space for groups.

RIDGEWOOD ESTATE

HUNTINGTON ID

Our Ridgewood Estate project is a new build custom home located on acreage with a lake. It is filled with luxurious materials and family friendly details. This formal dining room is transitional in style for this large family.

Davenport Ranch - Westlake

Scheer & Co. Interior Design

Dining area and kitchen

Large Orange Dining Room Design Ideas

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!