Check out these dining room ideas in a range of decor styles for inspiration.
Velinda Hellen for Emily Henderson Design added French-inspired flair with cane-back bistro chairs.
Simple stripes complement wood and woven furniture and accents in this coastal space.
Design byCandace Mary Interiors/ Photo by Martin Vecchio
Install Wallpaper Panels
Hanging wallpaperis an easy way to make an impact.
ThisScandi dining roomfrom Fantastic Frank has matching curtains for a casual but coordinated look.
Create an Entertaining Spot
Choose an extra-large table to turn your dining room into an entertaining-ready hub.
Design byLiberty Interiors/ Photo by Hannah Blackmore
Add Classic Wainscoting
Dining room wainscotingis a classic.
Deep saturatednavy painton the walls makes a strong foil for gold accents in this dining room from Tyler Karu.
Hang Floating Shelves
A Beautiful Mess
Hang chunky natural woodfloating shelvesfor a modern feel.
Design byAHG Interiors/ Photo byNick Glemenakis
This built-in buffet with an arched opening from A Beautiful Mess is painted in a feel-goodshade of pink.
Add a Dramatic Accent Wall
Michelle Berwick Design
Create instant drama with a wallpaper accent.
This dining room from Michelle Berwick Design is defined by multicolored floral wallpaper.
Design byAtelier Davis/ Photo by Heidi Harris
Hang Tall Drapes
Design byTyler Karu
Floor-to-ceilingdrapeswill add coziness to your dining room.
Plant a Tree
Design byJenn Pablo Studio
Bring the outdoors inside with a pottedindoor tree.
Use Paint to Define Spaces
Use variations on blue and white for acoastal dining room.
Design bySissy + Marley Interiors/ Photo byMarco Ricca
Celebrate Midcentury Style
Celebrate amidcentury modern dining roomwith period furniture and decor.
This Scandi dining room from Fantastic Frank is anchored by a playful pair of wineglass chandeliers.
Hang Graphic Wallpaper
Add texture to dining room walls with graphic patterned wallpaper.
Design by Velinda Hellen ForEmily Henderson Design/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Repurpose the Fireplace
Design byBrexton Cole Interiors
Even a decorative fireplace adds atmosphere to a room.
Choose Retro Furniture
Source vintagedining room furniture at thrift storesand online.
Try an Oval Table
The dining table is the anchor piece to yourdining room design.
Design byLeanne Ford Interiors/ Photo byErin Kelly
Use Muted Colors
Ashley Montgomery Design
Create a calming atmosphere with a muted color palette.
Hang Large-Scale Art
Louis Duncan-He Designs
Decorate a large wallwith large-scale art.
Leanne Ford Interiors paired tall chairs slipcovered in neutral fabric with large-scale floral wallpaper in this Pittsburgh home.
Design byLisa Gilmore Design/ Photo byNative House Photography
Studio Peake chose a bold and colorful geometric pattern to contrast light wood furniture and decorative ceiling beams.
Keep Floors Bare
Tyler Karu
Keep dining room floors bare for an airy look.
Modernize With Furniture
Modernize aformal dining roomin an older home with bold furniture.
Design byChango & Co./ Photo by Sarah Elliott and Chris Coe
Choose a Dramatic Table
Choose a dramatic table to make an impact in a neutral dining space.
Play With Scale
Forbes + Masters
Add drama to your dining room by playing with scale.
Pair it with a bold rug in a wavy retro pattern like this room from Michelle Berwick Design.
Design byMarie Flanigan Interiors/ Photo byJulie Soefer
Go Big in a Small Space
There’s no reason that asmall dining roomhas to sacrifice style.
Try beadboard or shiplap for a modern farmhouse look.
Use Earth Tones
Twelve 15 Design Studio
Use warmearth tonesto create an inviting feel.
Design byBecca Interiors
Create a Gallery Effect
Turn your dining room into a showcase for a collection of sculptural tableware.
Decorate With Antiques
Add authenticity to an older home by decorating it with period furniture and decor.
Embrace Minimalism
Design byCathie Hong Interiors/ Photo byChristy Q.
Design byCandace Mary Interiors/ Photo by Martin Vecchio
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Prioritize clean lines and simple finishes and materials for a streamlined minimalist look.
Desiree Burns Interiors mixed light wood tones with sculptural lighting and a modern triptych in this Boston dining room.
Louis Duncan-He Designs chose a colorful rug and olive green chairs to complement the multi-colored wall decor.
Fantastic Frank
Hang Whimsical Lighting
Small details will add whimsy to a minimalist dining room.
Studio Peake chose a soothing pale green to decorate the rustic beams in this colorful English country dining room.
The arched form softens the white walls and complements the rustic wood legs of the dining table.
Design byRaili CA Design/ Photo by David Tsay
Install Built-Ins
Margaret Wright
Built-ins aren’t just for living rooms.
Hang a Statement Light
Anchor your dining room with a statement light.
Interior designer Alvin Wayne chose an earthy olive green for this cozy open-plan New York City dining space.
Design byChango & Co./ Photo by Raquel Langworthy
Hang a Large Photograph
Create a focal point in your dining room with a large-scale photograph.
Desiree Burns Interiors hung a photo above the sideboard to add color to this neutral dining room.
Install a Picture Light
Highlight wall art by installing a picture light on the wall above.
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This will ensure that after-dark lighting is balanced and that your accent pieces will shine.
Choose a Colorful Rug
Energize your dining room with a vibrant rug in a surprising color.
Erin Williamson Design chose an overdyed purple rug to complement this eclectic space.
Fantastic Frank
Install an Arched Cabinet
Add extra storage to your dining room with an arched cabinet.
Try a Standalone Banquette
Add coziness to a small dining room with a standalone banquette or bench.
Kate Marker Interiors chose a delicate fixture to contrast rustic exposed wood ceilings and complement traditional furniture.
Design byChango & Co./ Photo by Raquel Langworthy
Louis Duncan-He Designs included open shelving to display objects and plants.
Hang Colorful Curtains
Enliven your dining roomwith colorful curtainsor drapes.
Mary Patton Design chose emerald green patterned drapes to contrast with blush pink walls in this inviting space.
Fantastic Frank
Louis Duncan-He Designs chose a light and airy design that doesn’t interfere with the view.
Mary Patton Design hung a colorful painting above the mantel for a mix of old and new.
Design byLeanne Ford Interiors/ Photo byErin Kelly
Design by Ryann Miller ForEmily Henderson Design/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Design byChristina Kim Interior Design/ Photo by Raquel Langworthy
Design byTyler Karu/ Photo by Erin Little
Design byForbes + Masters
A Beautiful Mess
Michelle Berwick Design
Design byNile Johnson Interior Design
Design byTyler Karu
Design byMichelle Berwick Design
Design byLeclair Decor
Design byJenn Pablo Studio
Design by Velinda Hellen forEmily Henderson Design/ Photo by Veronica Crawford
Design byForbes + Masters
Design byAlvin Wayne
Design byChristina Kim Interior Design/ Photo by Raquel Langworthy
Design byJenn Pablo Studio
Fantastic Frank
Design byKara Mann
Fantastic Frank
Design byLeanne Ford Interiors/ Photo byReid Rolls
Design byLeclair Decor
Most Lovely Things
Design byBrexton Cole Interiors
Design byTyler Karu/ Photo by Justin Levesque
A Beautiful Mess
Design byKate Marker Interiors/ Photo byStoffer Photography
A Beautiful Mess
Ashley Montgomery Design
Design byMaite Granda
Marie Flanigan Interiors
Louis Duncan-He Designs
Design byLeanne Ford Interiors/ Photo byAlexandra Ribar
Studio Peake
Marie Flanigan Interiors
Desiree Burns Interiors
Marie Flanigan Interiors
Tyler Karu
Desiree Burns Interiors
Marie Flanigan Interiors
Desiree Burns Interiors
Forbes + Masters
Desiree Burns Interiors
Michelle Berwick Design
Tyler Karu
Desiree Burns Interiors
Leclair Decor
Erin Williamson Design
Alvin Wayne
Leclair Decor
Alvin Wayne
Louis Duncan-He Designs
Design byLeanne Ford Interiors/ Styling by Hilary Robertson / Photo byAmy Neunsinger
Sissy + Marley Interior Design/ Photo byMarco Ricca Studio
Twelve 15 Design Studio
Marie Flanigan Interiors
Tyler Karu
Design byCathie Hong Interiors/ Photo byChristy Q. Photo
Design byCathie Hong Interiors/ Photo byMargaret Austin Photo
Desiree Burns Interiors
Louis Duncan-He Designs
Desiree Burns Interiors
Studio Peake
Desiree Burns Interiors
Margaret Wright
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Desiree Burns Interiors
Alvin Wayne
Desiree Burns Interiors
Design byEmilie Fournet Interiors/ Photo by Kasia Fiszer
Margaret Wright
Erin Williamson Design
Desiree Burns Interiors
Studio Peake
Kate Marker Interiors
Mary Patton Design
Louis Duncan-He Designs
Mary Patton Design
Louis Duncan-He Designs
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