The dining table is anchored by an airy round pendant light.
A neutralarea rug beneath the tablehelps to define it from the living room.
Try Mismatched Rugs
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Define zones in a neutral space with a pair of mismatched rugs.

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Use a Pale Palette
Create an airy feel with a pale palette for a Scandi-style feel.
Choose a Round Table
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In a tight space, try a round table.
A pair of smaller pendant lights anchors the dining area without overwhelming.

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This space fromFantastic Frankincludes a sofa and a dining table that are at right angles from one another.
Bare flooring throughout unites the space.
This space fromFantastic Frankincludes plenty of empty space for an uncluttered Scandi-style feel.

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Twin pendants on either side add symmetry.
Interior designerAlvin Waynemaximized space in this New York City apartment with a back-to-back sofa and dining table.
How do you make a living room dining room combo feel like two separate spaces?

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How do you fit a dining table into a small living room?
For a small living room, consider using a round table that will save space and preserve flow.
How do you decorate a long and narrow living room dining room combo space?

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you could break up linear lines by using curvy furniture such as a round dining table and chairs.

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