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Expansive Traditional Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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G.A.P. Custom home - Dining space and Bar
G.A.P. Custom home - Dining space and Bar
GAP Custom HomesGAP Custom Homes
Bar and dining area
Lake Home in Windermere
Lake Home in Windermere
John Hackler & Company LLC at Synergy ArchitectureJohn Hackler & Company LLC at Synergy Architecture
Chelsea
Chelsea
Lewis Alderson & Co.Lewis Alderson & Co.
Bespoke hand-made cabinetry. Paint colours by Lewis Alderson
Myrtle House
Myrtle House
Regarding DesignRegarding Design
Built in the iconic neighborhood of Mount Curve, just blocks from the lakes, Walker Art Museum, and restaurants, this is city living at its best. Myrtle House is a design-build collaboration with Hage Homes and Regarding Design with expertise in Southern-inspired architecture and gracious interiors. With a charming Tudor exterior and modern interior layout, this house is perfect for all ages. Rooted in the architecture of the past with a clean and contemporary influence, Myrtle House bridges the gap between stunning historic detailing and modern living. A sense of charm and character is created through understated and honest details, with scale and proportion being paramount to the overall effect. Classical elements are featured throughout the home, including wood paneling, crown molding, cabinet built-ins, and cozy window seating, creating an ambiance steeped in tradition. While the kitchen and family room blend together in an open space for entertaining and family time, there are also enclosed spaces designed with intentional use in mind.
Cottage
Cottage
Agence NovaOm Architecture d'intérieurAgence NovaOm Architecture d'intérieur
North Ocean Way | Classic Estate
North Ocean Way | Classic Estate
Woolems Luxury BuildersWoolems Luxury Builders
New 2-story residence with additional 9-car garage, exercise room, enoteca and wine cellar below grade. Detached 2-story guest house and 2 swimming pools.
Custom Old World English Country House
Custom Old World English Country House
Cook DesignsCook Designs
butlers pantry
Alamo Residence
Alamo Residence
LCA ArchitectsLCA Architects
Lakeview - Southport Corridor - Greenview
Lakeview - Southport Corridor - Greenview
Middlefork Development LLCMiddlefork Development LLC
This brick and limestone, 6,000-square-foot residence exemplifies understated elegance. Located in the award-wining Blaine School District and within close proximity to the Southport Corridor, this is city living at its finest! The foyer, with herringbone wood floors, leads to a dramatic, hand-milled oval staircase; an architectural element that allows sunlight to cascade down from skylights and to filter throughout the house. The floor plan has stately-proportioned rooms and includes formal Living and Dining Rooms; an expansive, eat-in, gourmet Kitchen/Great Room; four bedrooms on the second level with three additional bedrooms and a Family Room on the lower level; a Penthouse Playroom leading to a roof-top deck and green roof; and an attached, heated 3-car garage. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout the main level and upper two floors; sophisticated architectural detailing throughout the house including coffered ceiling details, barrel and groin vaulted ceilings; painted, glazed and wood paneling; laundry rooms on the bedroom level and on the lower level; five fireplaces, including one outdoors; and HD Video, Audio and Surround Sound pre-wire distribution through the house and grounds. The home also features extensively landscaped exterior spaces, designed by Prassas Landscape Studio. This home went under contract within 90 days during the Great Recession. Featured in Chicago Magazine: http://goo.gl/Gl8lRm Jim Yochum
Traditional dining room table for formal dining room
Traditional dining room table for formal dining room
AntiquePurveyorAntiquePurveyor
Inlaid mahogany dining room table. Formal multi-banded dining table for a traditional space, Extra large 16 foot table on three sturdy birdcage pedestals. American made table top with American made steel slides. Monster sturdy and impressive dining table. A quality antique reproduction dining table with clean modernized and bright natural mahogany finish. Fantastic table for today's market.
Fairview Transitional Custom Home
Fairview Transitional Custom Home
Traci Connell InteriorsTraci Connell Interiors
This living/dining room combined is open and airy to the sliding glass doors leading to the covered patio. A great place to entertain, yet relax and enjoy the beauty.
Breakfast Area
Breakfast Area
Haus of Blaylock | Award-Winning DesignerHaus of Blaylock | Award-Winning Designer
The breakfast nook is bright and cheery with soft yellow walls and toile fabric. The chandelier gives light through refracting sunshine throughout the nook.
2016 Parade Of Homes
2016 Parade Of Homes
Sharkey Custom Homes, Inc.Sharkey Custom Homes, Inc.
Mountain & Lakeside Living
Mountain & Lakeside Living
Candelaria Design AssociatesCandelaria Design Associates
Dark Green Dining
Dark Green Dining
Henck Design LLCHenck Design LLC
One of Henck Design's trademarks is to pull the paint color up across the ceiling rather than leaving the ceiling white, and this project is a perfect example of the use of paint color for the dining room space.
Glencoe Family Home
Glencoe Family Home
Cari Giannoulias DesignCari Giannoulias Design
Meadowbrook Farm - The Waterford Model
Meadowbrook Farm - The Waterford Model
Van Metre HomesVan Metre Homes
BallenIsles
BallenIsles
Krista + HomeKrista + Home
Timeless Transitional in Vero Beach, FL
Timeless Transitional in Vero Beach, FL
Marc-Michaels Interior DesignMarc-Michaels Interior Design
M. James Northen - Northen Exposure Photography
Old World Elegance
Old World Elegance
Tegethoff HomesTegethoff Homes
Anne Matheis

Expansive Traditional Dining Room Ideas and Designs

For many of us, our dining rooms are combined with our kitchens or living rooms and so it’s hard to give them a defined style or design, whereas many people who do have a separate dining room often overlook redesigning the space because it is used fairly infrequently. However, if you can make your traditional dining room or dining room area an inviting but practical space to eat with friends and family, then you’ll have no excuse not to be the ever gracious dinner party host and make the most of your traditional dining space. Dining room ideas can range from the dramatic overhaul of layout, walls, doors, fireplaces or lighting features, to the refresh of furniture such as dining tables and chairs, or even smaller details such as dinnerware, cutlery, chair covers and small decorative features. So whether you are looking to completely redesign your dining room or you’re just looking for some traditional dining room decorating ideas, you’re bound to find some inspiration from other homeowners, designers and stylists who’ve uploaded images of their dining rooms on Houzz.

How should I choose my dining room table?

Dining tables can be large, imposing pieces of furniture and so it’s a good idea to choose your table first and plan your decor around them. Comfort and ease of movement in dining rooms is key – even though we spend most of our time sitting, it’s preferable not to dine in cramped quarters (and crucial as a host to be able to move around the table to serve your guests). When choosing your dining room table, consider the number of people you expect to regularly seat – the perfect size for a dining table allows an intimate meal without feeling crowded. A round table leaves plenty of room for serving food at its centre, but a rectangular table is more flexible for seating extra guests at either end. If you’re after true versatility, drop leaf or extendable dining room tables are the most convenient option. The material of your selected table will set the character of your room. Glass dining tables look sleek and modern, whilst a pine or oak dining table will lend dining rooms a rustic country vibe. For a more traditional dining table opt for a dark polished wood like mahogany. Check out all the dining room decorating ideas on Houzz to see how different materials of dining table are incorporated into different rooms.

What are the best dining chairs for my table?

If your table hasn’t been sold with matching chairs then you have some extra flexibility to select dining chairs that suit your desired dining room feel. For traditional dining rooms you will want to opt for a full set of high backed formal dining chairs, whether these are upholstered, leather or wood framed. If you are looking for a more informal dining room, then a selection of mismatched chairs in different materials such as moulded plastic and even metal can be a great way to achieve this. For a really relaxed dining experience, you could even opt for a full length bench, which has the additional advantage of saving space as it can be tucked away under the table when not in use.

How should I decorate my traditional dining room?

Elegant, neutral palettes are the safest dining room decorating ideas for smaller rooms, creating a calm dining environment for your guests. Pattern in a dining room can be a great choice to create drama but in order to not overwhelm your guests you might want to stick to a few stand-out elements – for example, wallpaper, curtains or chair covers. If you are lucky enough to have a large formal dining room then you could consider bold, opulent shades for your walls to create a grander feel. Your tableware and serveware should ideally be chosen to coordinate with your decor choices, but if all else fails keep it white, bright and simple. Lighting is also key to your dining room decor – aim for dimmable light that you can adjust to create the mood that will allow your guests to relax but still be able to see their food. Low pendant lights directly over the dining table are both practical and striking, or for large formal dining rooms you may want to opt for a traditional chandelier hung from the centre of the room. Additional wall sconces along the walls can be a great way to brighten up the room for late night dinner parties, and don’t forget how a couple of candles along your dining room table can add a delicate, finishing touch. Discover more of these popular design photo ideas.
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