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Traditional Dining Room with Wainscoting Ideas and Designs

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Eaglecrest Remodel
Eaglecrest Remodel
Michelle Lawrence Interior DesignMichelle Lawrence Interior Design
This was part of a whole house remodel. New flooring, paint, and lighting bring this home up to date. A bit of sparkle in the ceiling with silver finish.
Chapel Hill Modern Traditional
Chapel Hill Modern Traditional
Catherine French Design, LLC.Catherine French Design, LLC.
Traditional Dining Room
Traditional Dining Room
South Pawleys Custom Home
South Pawleys Custom Home
CRG CompaniesCRG Companies
Formal dining room off the kitchen and foyer
Design Excellence Award Winners - A Sampling of 20 Years of Professional Honors
Design Excellence Award Winners - A Sampling of 20 Years of Professional Honors
Pineapple House Interior DesignPineapple House Interior Design
A wallpapered ceiling, black walls and high chair rail add contrast and personality to this dramatic dining room. Dark upholstered club chairs and dark wood floors bring the needed weight from the walls to the interior of the room.
Cole Valley Flat
Cole Valley Flat
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
A Daring Dining Room
A Daring Dining Room
MOTIF Design Solutions, LLCMOTIF Design Solutions, LLC
The color palette in this moody dining room lays the perfect groundwork for hosting elaborate dinners. The velvet textured fabric on the dining room chairs and the Turkish hand woven rug on the floor create an inviting and comfortable place to entertain.
Exhale
Exhale
Lee Waters DesignLee Waters Design
Historical Home, Modern Family
Historical Home, Modern Family
Georgia Zikas DesignGeorgia Zikas Design
Open plan, spacious living. Honoring 1920’s architecture with a collected look.
Project Rush Haven
Project Rush Haven
Terravista Interior Design GroupTerravista Interior Design Group
The homeowners wanted an updated style for their home that incorporated their existing traditional pieces. We added transitional furnishings with clean lines and a neutral palette to create a fresh and sophisticated traditional design plan.
Dining Rooms
Dining Rooms
Sidney Sharkey Design, LLCSidney Sharkey Design, LLC
This dining room design features deep teal walls and white wainscoting below, creating a rich and dramatic contrast. The dark wood pedestal dining table is complemented by a combination of four wooden slatted side chairs and upholstered armchairs. The armchairs feature natural linen on the backs and brown leather seats, offering both comfort and style. A teal, charcoal, and caramel colored ikat area rug adds pattern and interest to the space. White linen drapes with inset embroidered trim are hung over natural woven shades, providing privacy while still allowing natural light to filter into the room. Together, these elements create a welcoming and stylish dining room design that is perfect for hosting large gatherings and intimate dinners alike.
SAN MARCO VENEZIA
SAN MARCO VENEZIA
ALB STUDIO PROJECTALB STUDIO PROJECT
AFFRESCO, LAMPADARIO IN VETRO DI MURANO, BOISERIE
Arts & Crafts Reimagined
Arts & Crafts Reimagined
Bobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle DesignBobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle Design
House on the Hill
House on the Hill
Georgia Zikas DesignGeorgia Zikas Design
Youthful tradition for a bustling young family. Refined and elegant, deliberate and thoughtful — with outdoor living fun.
Sophisticated Dining Room and Kitchen
Sophisticated Dining Room and Kitchen
LK Design NCLK Design NC
Clean and sophisticated dining room. The lined linen draperies work perfectly in this beautiful space, and they blend with the textures and colors of the other elements. ⁣
Feeling Blue? : Dining Room
Feeling Blue? : Dining Room
Tamara Day DesignTamara Day Design
Blue Bell Entry, Living and Dining Room
Blue Bell Entry, Living and Dining Room
Harth BuildersHarth Builders
Atherton Renovation
Atherton Renovation
Supple Homes, IncSupple Homes, Inc
B L U E Transitional Dining Room Design by- Dawn D Totty Interior Designs
B L U E Transitional Dining Room Design by- Dawn D Totty Interior Designs
Dawn D. Totty Interior DESIGNSDawn D. Totty Interior DESIGNS
This Richly Regal Blue Dining Room Design In Sherwin Williams SW- 6237 Black Night Creates A Dramatic Appeal To This Chattanooga Transitional Dining Decor! Layers of table candlesticks create a warm and elegant atmosphere. Interior Design by- Dawn D Totty Interior Designs Interior Designer- Dawn D Totty Interior Designs
The Creekside Home
The Creekside Home
CarsonSpeer BuildersCarsonSpeer Builders

Traditional Dining Room with Wainscoting 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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