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Midcentury Dining Room with Brown Walls Ideas and Designs

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Mid-Century Modern Home
Mid-Century Modern Home
Bower Leet DesignBower Leet Design
Mid-century Preservation
Mid-century Preservation
Ashby CollectiveAshby Collective
Hillside MCM Residence
Hillside MCM Residence
Studio Bergtraun AIAStudio Bergtraun AIA
Treve Johnson
Fire Island, NY
Fire Island, NY
Rayon Richards PhotographyRayon Richards Photography
Pacific Palisades House
Pacific Palisades House
Fritz Johnson AIAFritz Johnson AIA
Olivier Koenig
Cohen Residence
Cohen Residence
Abramson ArchitectsAbramson Architects
An informal dining area sits just off the kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling windows on the second-story paired with wood-paneled walls make the room feel like it is up in the trees. Photo: Jim Bartsch
Memorial I
Memorial I
Missy Stewart DesignsMissy Stewart Designs
Bayou360
Berwick Court #11
Berwick Court #11
Omega Builders LLCOmega Builders LLC
Dining Room
Sculpted to the Land
Sculpted to the Land
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
This house west of Boston was originally designed in 1958 by the great New England modernist, Henry Hoover. He built his own modern home in Lincoln in 1937, the year before the German émigré Walter Gropius built his own world famous house only a few miles away. By the time this 1958 house was built, Hoover had matured as an architect; sensitively adapting the house to the land and incorporating the clients wish to recreate the indoor-outdoor vibe of their previous home in Hawaii. The house is beautifully nestled into its site. The slope of the roof perfectly matches the natural slope of the land. The levels of the house delicately step down the hill avoiding the granite ledge below. The entry stairs also follow the natural grade to an entry hall that is on a mid level between the upper main public rooms and bedrooms below. The living spaces feature a south- facing shed roof that brings the sun deep in to the home. Collaborating closely with the homeowner and general contractor, we freshened up the house by adding radiant heat under the new purple/green natural cleft slate floor. The original interior and exterior Douglas fir walls were stripped and refinished. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
MID-CENTURY MODERN
MID-CENTURY MODERN
Kate Riney InteriorsKate Riney Interiors
Roberto Garcia Photography
Kate Riney Interiors
Kate Riney Interiors
R / G PhotographyR / G Photography
Roberto Garcia Photography
Upper East Side - 64th Street
Upper East Side - 64th Street
Noha Hassan DesignsNoha Hassan Designs
MARK ROSKAMS
Carl Hansen & Søn
Carl Hansen & Søn
Carl Hansen & Son JapanCarl Hansen & Son Japan
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Ranch
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Ranch
Studio Z ArchitectureStudio Z Architecture
The master suite in this 1970’s Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home was transformed from open and awkward to clean and crisp. The original suite was one large room with a sunken tub, pedestal sink, and toilet just a few steps up from the bedroom, which had a full wall of patio doors. The roof was rebuilt so the bedroom floor could be raised so that it is now on the same level as the bathroom (and the rest of the house). Rebuilding the roof gave an opportunity for the bedroom ceilings to be vaulted, and wood trim, soffits, and uplighting enhance the Frank Lloyd Wright connection. The interior space was reconfigured to provide a private master bath with a soaking tub and a skylight, and a private porch was built outside the bedroom. The dining room was given a face-lift by removing the old mirrored china built-in along the wall and adding simple shelves in its place. Contractor: Meadowlark Design + Build Interior Designer: Meadowlark Design + Build Photographer: Emily Rose Imagery
1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House
1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House
Rollins Andrew InteriorsRollins Andrew Interiors
1950's mid-century modern beach house built by architect Richard Leitch in Carpinteria, California. Leitch built two one-story adjacent homes on the property which made for the perfect space to share seaside with family. In 2016, Emily restored the homes with a goal of melding past and present. Emily kept the beloved simple mid-century atmosphere while enhancing it with interiors that were beachy and fun yet durable and practical. The project also required complete re-landscaping by adding a variety of beautiful grasses and drought tolerant plants, extensive decking, fire pits, and repaving the driveway with cement and brick.
Marvin Windows: Modern Style
Marvin Windows: Modern Style
Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge LumberMarvin Design Gallery by Eldredge Lumber
Marvin windows can match any historic style - including midcentury modern. Modern/Contemporary
Silvertop
Silvertop
Jamie Bush & Co.Jamie Bush & Co.
Tim Street-Porter
Bridle Trails Remodel
Bridle Trails Remodel
SHED Architecture & DesignSHED Architecture & Design
Mark Woods
Hillside MCM Residence
Hillside MCM Residence
Studio Bergtraun AIAStudio Bergtraun AIA
Treve Johnson
Burlingame Eichler Remodel by Klopf Architecture
Burlingame Eichler Remodel by Klopf Architecture
Klopf ArchitectureKlopf Architecture

Midcentury Dining Room with Brown Walls 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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