7 Designer Dining Rooms

The dining room is one of the most multifaceted spaces in the home. It can be formal or casual, it can be in the kitchen, or a space all its own. It might accommodate each and every meal, a handful of formal gatherings a year, the daily wears and tears of homework and crafting, or a little bit of it all. Whatever the form and function of your dining room, it’s safe to say that, in many homes, this space plays an integral role during the holiday season. From carefully crafted meals to after-dinner games to coveted conversations, the dining room has long been a space where cherished memories are made. With that, we invite you to explore six dining room designs: each beautiful and unique.

Traditional Dining Room Design of Today

Cherry-stained floors, substantial crown molding, and classic wainscoting create the framework for this formal dining room by Traci Zeller Interiors. Its rich color palette combines warm and cool tones through beautiful toile wallpaper, luxurious upholsteries, and a vibrant traditional Persian-style rug. The unexpected addition of a second natural-fiber rug and use of a contemporary glass chandelier add modern touches that create a unique and balanced take on traditional design.

Design by TRACI ZELLER  Photography by DUSTIN PECK

Modern, Simplistic Dining Room Style

Designer Sara Bederman took the “less is more” approach with this showstopper of a Scandinavian-inspired space. The dining room boasts beautiful blonde colored hardwood floors and bright white walls, which set the stage for the striking custom painting that instantly takes the mind to salty, blue waters. Equally as striking, the chandelier in this dining room truly doubles as a piece of modern art. The one-of-a-kind design combines material, shapes, and lines to create a soft, yet substantial feel. A modern dining table fitted with ergonomic chairs rounds out the design to create the space’s “less is more” look.

Design by SARA BEDERMAN  Photography by STEPHANI BUCHMAN

Green and Grounded Dining Room Decor

The color emerald symbolizes balance, harmony, and vitality, whereas green, in general, signifies abundance, prosperity, and growth. We can’t think of a better space to evoke these states of positivity than the dining room—a space where family and friends gather to share everything, from life’s daily pleasures to the most cherished celebrations of each year. The deep tone of this beautiful dining space by Hibou Design & Co. helps to ground the room and add general interest to the aesthetic. Linear wood shelving creates space for ever-changing touches of personal or seasonal interest, while an oversized yet simple pendant light demands just the right amount of attention.

Design by HIBOU DESIGN & CO.  Photography by DREW HADLEY

A Cozy and Casual Dining Area

Nestled in between the home’s kitchen island and living room, this dining space is nothing more than a table and four chairs. However, its simple aesthetic and powerful backdrop make it a shoo-in for this list. The rich color palette captures your attention (and heart) immediately with its display of warm woods, rich leather, regal marble, and classic matte black finishes. With such striking tones, designer Rebecca Hay opted for a modern, minimalist-style table and chairs over top bare hardwood floors. In contrast, the two matching island chandeliers nearby conjure modern grandiosity—a combination that is not to be forgotten.

Design by REBECCA HAY  Photography by MIKE CHAJECKI

Everyday Comfort Dining Room Design

This darling breakfast nook features crowd-favorite bench-style seating for comfortable and plentiful dining accommodations. The custom build also doubles as additional storage for the family with built-in drawer space and makes the perfect foundation for an array of colorful throw pillows. The two-toned table adds to the space’s sunny disposition, which is completed by a contemporary orb-adorned chandelier.

Design by REBECCA HAY  Photography by STEPHANI BUCHMAN

Perfectly Balanced Dining Room Decor

Indicative of the penthouse apartment it’s situated in, this dining room is certainly a head turner. The scale of its floor-to-ceiling, sleek stone fireplace and sky-high ceiling can’t help but make this room feel larger than life. Yet, combined with softer, natural materials and textures, the space becomes welcoming and serene. The oversized woven pendant balances the scale of the fireplace while offering a relaxed, unfettered feel. The round dining room table offers intimacy, and the linen slipcovered chairs offer an additional layer of comfort. The balance of both bold and relaxed elements is what makes this design so appealing.

Design by HIBOU DESIGN & CO.  Photography by DREW HADLEY

A Royal-Inspired Dining Room

A traditional candlestick chandelier draped with glass crystals commands a royal, ornate feel in this dignified dining room by Martha O’Hara Interiors. The white board and batten wall creates an architectural simplicity that is further highlighted by the natural wall art landscape. A dark wood dining table paired with fresh white hydrangeas in a round glass bowl brings a sense of classic charm to the space without feeling overly conventional. These subtle design accents bring out the ornate beauty of the blue and white flower-patterned curtains and rug to create a dining room that’s both timeless and trendy.

Interior Design & Photo Styling: MARTHA O’HARA INTERIORS  Builder/Remodeler: JOHN KRAEMER & SONS  Architect: CHARLIE & CO. DESIGN  Photographer: COREY GAFFER