Dining room needs help!

6 years ago

Hello, I’m posting on behalf of my mum, currently trying to revamp the dining room and cannot decide on colour scheme or accessories etc. As you can see it’s very neutral and lacks warmth/texture. Curtains will go, dining table could change but ideally looking for a makeover on a budget. Mirrors, artwork?
I’ve suggested duck egg blues with gold accessories? Perhaps a new rug?
Very much open to ideas, thanks.

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Carolina

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

Hi, it would be useful to see the rest of the room, as I think it's open to the kitchen? Perhaps panelling the walls will be nice though. To just above the bottom 3rd or so. Painting that warm white, with a slightly darker colour on the walls above.

I would remove the vertical blinds, replace them with a simple sheer roller blind for privacy and full length, wall to wall curtains for luxury.

Mocked something up to give you a visual. And here's a link to a DIY wall panelling project that looks really good, I think https://gemmalouise.co.uk/2020/04/diy-wall-panelling.html

But then again, this might not go well with the rest of the room at all...

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E D
6 years ago
Does your mum need it to be a (formal) dining room?
Lucy
Original Author
6 years ago
No, not formal so to speak. Just a welcome space to entertain. Thanks
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E D
6 years ago
What I mean is, does there have to be a (formal) dining table in this room?

I’m sure the room will look much nicer dressed, but I still feel a dining table seems to emphasise the rectangular and box-like character so if the dining table could go elsewhere in the house this could become a more sociable space perhaps.
Lucy
Original Author
6 years ago
Ahh I see what you mean, I was thinking in terms of style. Yes, there does need to be a dining table in this room, it’s a long open plan kitchen / dining room and it is the only place a dining table can go in the house.
To the right of the picture it leads through to the living room which is again mainly cream with pale blue/green wallpaper.
Sonia
6 years ago
I think teak wood looks lovely with navy walls. A step too far maybe? Otherwise green is always a lovely, warm colour and it will go with the curtains so mum can keep those? The walls also need mirrors and art, they are too bare at the moment, but I think you know that already. Here’s some pics to inspire, with a variety of tables if she decides to change it.
E D
6 years ago
Ah I see. Maybe it would be useful for people to help if you could show more of the surrounding space.

We’re now only seeing a ‘box’. 😊
Lucy
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank you Sonia, loving those ideas.. especially the second to bottom pic, I think these colours would work really well. Also love the navy blue, I’d go for it but not sure my mum is that brave! 😊

You’re right Ed, this was the only pic she sent but will get more. 👍🏼
Jonathan
6 years ago
If it were my room I would change the lighting first as overhead lighting can be harsh- put the spots on a dimmer and if there is a sideboard add a couple of table lights or standard lamps.
I find the walls bare and so I would paint them a deeper colour and add pictures. You might even consider a big mirror to visually widen the space.
But I like the rug and actually the curtains probably worry you more than me.
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Poppy Noble Interior Design
6 years ago
Hi Lucy,

These types of spaces are quite hard to decorate due to it being quite narrow.

I’d suggest bringing some colour into the space to lift it through art work and accessories. Shelving is also a great way to add some depth and texture. Regarding the colour I’d keep it really neutral. I love navy and greens but sometimes they are over powering. I really think this space would look lovely in warm whites. The rug brings texture already. You can add to this by introducing colour through patterns.
Re the table and chairs...are these something she’s wanting to change? Another option would be to have an upholstered bench so that the table can move closer to one of the walls. That way they’d be more space for a narrow console for some lamps, mirror and accessories on the opposite side. I’d also suggest a pendant to create a focal point.

Hope that helps!

Kind Regards
Poppy
Carolina
6 years ago
Just in case you like the idea of panelling, here's a different style: http://www.thewillishome.co.uk/2018/04/diy-georgian-style-panelling-for-under.html