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Midcentury Open Plan Dining Room Ideas and Designs

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Modern Bungalo
Modern Bungalo
Malia Design Inc.Malia Design Inc.
Full Circle Images
1385 Club View Court
1385 Club View Court
HOME Stagers, Inc.HOME Stagers, Inc.
Retro Revival
Retro Revival
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
Ema Peter Photography http://www.emapeter.com/ Constructed by Best Builders. http://www.houzz.com/pro/bestbuildersca/ www.bestbuilders.ca
Dining room
Dining room
Laidlaw Schultz architectsLaidlaw Schultz architects
Dining room looking out toward view
Earthy Mackay House
Earthy Mackay House
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This 1956 John Calder Mackay home had been poorly renovated in years past. We kept the 1400 sqft footprint of the home, but re-oriented and re-imagined the bland white kitchen to a midcentury olive green kitchen that opened up the sight lines to the wall of glass facing the rear yard. We chose materials that felt authentic and appropriate for the house: handmade glazed ceramics, bricks inspired by the California coast, natural white oaks heavy in grain, and honed marbles in complementary hues to the earth tones we peppered throughout the hard and soft finishes. This project was featured in the Wall Street Journal in April 2022.
Classic Urban
Classic Urban
Vernon WentzVernon Wentz
This is a wonderful mid century modern with the perfect color mix of furniture and accessories. Built by Classic Urban Homes Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery
Outer Sunset
Outer Sunset
Carl and The WolfCarl and The Wolf
Furniture Collections
Furniture Collections
North High Furnishings & Begley Upholstering Co.North High Furnishings & Begley Upholstering Co.
Mid-Century Fabulous Kitchen
Mid-Century Fabulous Kitchen
Tricia Hauser TidemannTricia Hauser Tidemann
Mid-Century Modern Apartment
Mid-Century Modern Apartment
Sara Slade InteriorsSara Slade Interiors
You can see how amazing the views are from this apartment and the client definitely wanted to use this space to entertain. Having these low hanging lights from Flos are perfect when it gets dark as they give a beautiful glow over the Tom Dixon marble table. We also love the orange Eero Saarinen chairs against the blush pink Gubi Beetle chairs. Design by Sara Slade Interiors Photography Megan Taylor
Full Home Remodel: The Burnt House Project
Full Home Remodel: The Burnt House Project
Carlson Projects INCCarlson Projects INC
MOD | Custom Blown Glass Dining Room Multi-Pendant Chandelier | Modern Lighting
MOD | Custom Blown Glass Dining Room Multi-Pendant Chandelier | Modern Lighting
ShakuffShakuff
Our MOD custom made blown glass multi-pendant light featured above a live edge, hewn wood table top with metal base. The perfect MCM (Mid Century Modern) complement over your dining table. Shown in Clear and Grey Translucent. Contemporary, Custom Glass Lighting perfect for your entryway / foyer, stairwell, living room, dining room, kitchen, and any room in your home. Dramatic lighting that is fully customizable and tailored to fit your space perfectly. No two pieces are the same. Visit our website: www.shakuff.com for more details
Long Dune Residence, Truro
Long Dune Residence, Truro
Hammer ArchitectsHammer Architects
Peter Vanderwarker
Barton Hills Mid-Century Modern
Barton Hills Mid-Century Modern
Angelini and Associates ArchitectsAngelini and Associates Architects
Jeff Garland
PBH Keith Heights
PBH Keith Heights
PBH DesignPBH Design
Caterpillar House
Caterpillar House
JayJeffersJayJeffers
Caterpillar House is the first LEED Platinum home on the central California coast. Located in the Santa Lucia Preserve in Carmel Valley, the home is a modern reinterpretation of mid-century ranch style. JDG’s interiors echo the warm minimalism of the architecture and the hues of the natural surroundings. Photography by Joe Fletcher
Woodside House 2
Woodside House 2
Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + DesignDotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design
Blake Street
Blake Street
Silver Leaf Home StagingSilver Leaf Home Staging
Mandeville
Mandeville
Lewis / Schoeplein architectsLewis / Schoeplein architects
Marisa Vitale Photography
Four Sided Gas Fireplace with Logs
Four Sided Gas Fireplace with Logs
Acucraft FireplacesAcucraft Fireplaces
This stunning custom four sided glass fireplace with traditional logset boasts the largest flames on the market and safe-to-touch glass with our Patent-Pending dual pane glass cooling system. Fireplace Manufacturer: Acucraft Fireplaces Architect: Eigelberger Contractor: Brikor Associates Interior Furnishing: Chalissima

Midcentury Open Plan 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 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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