If you're a natural host and there's nothing you like more than holding elegant dinner parties that your friends will be talking about for weeks, or if the one time of day you look forward to most is gathering your family around the dinner table, then you're going to want to see the absolutely gorgeous dining rooms we're looking at today.
Dining rooms are a special place in the home where we create memories that last a lifetime. All around the world the one thing we have in common is that we celebrate special occasions with a meal; birthdays, graduations, wedding anniversaries, they're all cause to invite your friends and family over to talk, laugh, and of course eat! That's why it's important to pay special attention when decorating your dining room. Whether you have a tiny studio apartment, or a sprawling mansion, you can make the dining room a unique and magical place, all you need is a little inspiration, so let's get started!
Sometimes simplicity is the key to an elegant design, and this dining room fits the bill perfectly. With a white colour palette that perfectly complements the hardwood floor they have injected splashes of bright vibrant colours into the decor with the seats of the chairs. Add a couple of hanging lights with very pretty shades for an intimate atmosphere and you have the ideal dining room!
If you're an arts and crafts junky then this is the dining room for you. A busy shelf filled with books and decorations, really unique hanging lights, and mismatched chairs combine for a room full of personality and character.
The thrown together look of this room is the source of its charm, you can really get a sense of the owners here, and that's exactly what you want when you're entertaining guests.
This incredibly tasteful design just oozes sophistication, but it's actually really simple to achieve. The star of the show is that fantastic light fixture, and when its combined with a simple wooden table and classic but very comfortable looking white chairs the result is a tasteful and classy dining room.
Lighting is an often overlooked but really effective way to make an impression with your decor, so remember to check out the options available!
Sometimes you have to look back to look forward, and vintage decor is the perfect example. Whether you do it for your love of the environment, or you just have a soft spot for antiques, refurbishing recycled furniture is a great way to get a classic aesthetic that just can't be beat.
We love those stained old chairs, they're fun and funky, and that heavy old timber table is just the icing on the cake.
The next dining room is a little unorthodox in that they've used a sofa as well as chairs for the dining room table. This is a really casual look that will make your guests feel right at home, and it's perfect for laying back to digest when you've had too much to eat!
The timber table matches the kitchen counter, while the yellow cushions on the chairs echo little details scattered around the kitchen for a unified look.
Even if you only have a tiny studio apartment it's still important to have a dedicated dining space. This can be as simple as a small table and a few chairs like they've done here.
The dining table is compact, positioned against the kitchen counter so that it doesn't take up much space, the design is humble but effective, and most importantly there's a space for the family to connect over a meal at the end of the day.
This is a really fun and lively dining room due to the the plants, colourful mural on the wall, and the beautiful timber table which finishes off the tropical theme. Those leather chairs add a colonial flourish which works really well with the aesthetic, and those vases of fruit are a nice design touch that will also make your dining room smell fresh and exotic.
If you can position your dining room by a window it always makes for a really inviting atmosphere; the views out to the garden here really complement the decor.
No matter how much space you have, or your taste in design, it's always possible to create a fabulous dining area, and it's a really special addition to every home. For more design inspiration check out these cool furniture ideas!