dining room

Dinning chairs

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Chairs for dinning room

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Dinning room

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Art , chairs

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yellow chairs and solid wood table

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light fixture decor on table

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o subtly sophisticated with wainscot paneling. Create architectural interest on a plain wall by using 4- to 6-inch-wide pieces of MDF wainscot paneling applied in a grid pattern, then paint it all a superrich, dark hue.

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note the colored chairs with matching vase and drapery to balance the room

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The forms are contemporary, but the surfaces are varied, giving this dining room extra interest. Note how toothy, organic finishes are paired with shiny silver and glass accessories to vary the sheen as well as the texture.

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Try a big tray on the dining table. Create an inviting tableaux by loading up an oversize tray with a mix of dinnertime essentials (napkins, plates, a crock of utensils), fresh flowers, candles and something purely fun — like the cow sculpture shown here.

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3. Simple and spacious in Chicago. Blue was a popular color for dining rooms on Houzz this year, including this traditional space. Contrasting white paint draws attention to the trim's details, adding another element of interest.

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You can also place a temporary bar in the corner without having to make a big commitment.

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Similarly, you can prop a painting on an easel in the corner.

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Jonathan Adler rug

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Nothing makes as much impact in a room as a new, interesting light fixture. Lose the builder-grade brass chandelier and install an eye-catching personality piece like this one. You can find a variety of great lighting at big-box home improvement stores that can give you a higher-end look for less than you think

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Artistic light fixtures and the clean lines of mid-century inspired furniture contrasts with the more traditional structure of the house for a unexpected and beautiful aesthetic. The unique chandelier is a vintage piece that Edelmann found from a demolished St. Louis Hotel.

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The dining room is painted a lighter coordinating tone. Dark accents like the black chandelier, high contrast animal pattern rug and espresso wood tones stand out and add to the drama.

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