View of dining room from kitchen

The Solara gas fireplace offers great versatility and is equally compatible with classic or contemporary interior design. Available with your choice of realistic ceramic logs or contemporary rock set.

Mountain Modern Home

Creative Floors

Wide-Plank European White Oak with White Wash Custom Offsite Finish. Also: Gray Barn Board Wall Cladding. Truly reclaimed Barn Board.

Innes Residence

Ibarra Rosano Design Architects

Photographer: Bill Timmerman Builder: Jillian Builders

181 lennox avenue

NettHaus Design-Build

Palipowski Residence

Renocon Design

Bookmatch Rift and Quarter Oak Dinner Table with smooth concrete floors to match, Bocci 14 lights to enhance the character.

Modern Hilltop Residence

OSCAR E. FLORES DESIGN STUDIO, LLC

design by oscar e flores design studio builder mike hollaway homes

Tim Bies Photography

4 pendant chandelier, custom wood wall design, ceramic tile flooring, marble waterfall island, under bar storage, sliding pantry barn door, wood cabinets, large modern cabinet handles, glass tile backsplash

Old Fort Cabin

Altura Architects

This mountain modern cabin outside of Asheville serves as a simple retreat for our clients. They are passionate about fly-fishing, so when they found property with a designated trout stream, it was a natural fit. We developed a design that allows them to experience both views and sounds of the creek and a relaxed style for the cabin - a counterpoint to their full-time residence.

Location: Denver, CO, USA THE CHALLENGE: Transform an outdated, uninspired condo into a unique, forward thinking home, while dealing with a limited capacity to remodel due to the buildings’ high-rise architectural restrictions. THE SOLUTION: Warm wood clad walls were added throughout the home, creating architectural interest, as well as a sense of unity. Soft, textured furnishing was selected to elevate the home’s sophistication, while attention to layout and detail ensures its functionality. Dado Interior Design DAVID LAUER PHOTOGRAPHY

STANDREWS

Modern Whimsy Interiors

Upper East Side Townhouse

Michael K Chen Architecture

Townhouse dining room and stair hall. Photo by Alan Tansey. Architecture and Interior Design by MKCA.

Martis Camp Residence 1

John Maniscalco Architecture

Large wooden conference table 5 meters

Eldest LTD

Prairie Village Modern

Design Lab

Matthew Anderson

Lakeside Modern Lodge

WERK | Building Modern

Open concept interior includes fireplace with charred wood surround, open riser stairs with Eastern White Pine treads, and Viewrail cable rail system - HLodge - Lakeside Renovation - Lake Lemon in Unionville, IN - HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Christopher Short - Derek Mills - WERK | Building Modern

Mountain Modern Home

Creative Floors

Wide-Plank European White Oak with White Wash Custom Offsite Finish. Also: Gray Barn Board Wall Cladding. Truly reclaimed Barn Board.

Old Meets New Church Hill Renovation

RIC design build

It was important not to interrupt the dynamic of this home's historic Church Hill neighborhood, and so all the exterior changes were kept to the back of the house, with the front remaining mostly unchanged. Although the front of the house doesn’t give away its secrets, the back of the house is an unexpected but delightful surprise. Embracing the new rear addition is the home’s original brick wall. Architectural design as well as Commission of Architectural Review requirements put a lot of emphasis on keeping the original masonry intact, which was no small feat. It took a lot of planning, some delicate demolition and talented carpentry to ensure this piece of history remained. In addition to the brick wall, other original aspects of the home were carefully preserved including the windows, floors and much of the trim work. Meanwhile all new, modern plumbing and fixtures were installed and custom cabinetry with inset routed “handles” were fabricated by Polosko Woodworks. Inside the home is even more appreciation of the original masonry with exposed brick walls in the primary bath.

Modern Dining Room Design Ideas with a Wood Fireplace Surround

A modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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!