Dining Room Design Ideas
Create the perfect setting for memorable meals and gatherings. From intimate breakfast nooks to grand formal dining spaces, explore how to design a dining room that brings people together.
Key Dining Room Design Elements
Dining tables
Seating
Lighting fixtures
Sideboards
Art displays
Design Considerations
When designing your dining room, keep these important factors in mind for optimal results.
1Table sizing
2Lighting height
3Traffic flow
4Acoustic comfort
5Natural light
Dining Room Design Styles
Frequently Asked Questions
Allow at least 36 inches around the table for comfortable seating and movement, plus space for any additional furniture.
A chandelier or pendant light centered over the table, hung 30-36 inches above, provides ideal ambient dining light.
Allow 24 inches of table width per person and ensure at least 36 inches of clearance around the table.