Dining room design ideas

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you should really think about spiffing up the dining room and using it as nature intended. It should not be the family’s junk repository, nor should it be a seldom-used museum--it's a place to enjoy, sharing good food and conversation.

You want to make your dining room a place that is a natural extension of adjacent living spaces. It should be comfortable and welcoming—a spot people want to linger over a glass of wine or coffee and dessert. Adding a few special touches will ensure your dining room accomodates everyday dining, as well as special occasions..

Before you start buying furniture and accessories, you need to determine the layout for your dining room. Take into account existing furniture pieces, the size of your room and its configuration. If you are blessed with a large dining room, you have more flexibility with furniture placement. Smaller spaces require more planning and creativity.

Space Allowances

Dining room chairs need a depth of 20 inches to fit comfortably under the table. Also allow 16 inches from the table for scooting the chair back. Each chair should have least 24 inches of side-to-side clearance to accommodate each seated guest. In order to have ample room for chairs and traffic flow around the table, allow at least 46 inches between the table and perimeter furniture or walls.

Choosing Dining Room Furniture

You can go to the expense and headache of buying dining room furniture pieces separately. However, most dining room furniture can be purchased in coordinated groups. It is a quick way to furnish the room and avoid relying on someone to help select individual pieces.

Wood dining room groups are the most expensive, but will last a lifetime. Think about that if you plan to use your dining room on a regular basis. If not, you can opt for wood composites with veneer. This type of furniture looks great, but does not have the durability to withstand everyday use.

Extend the Fun

Also, consider a dining room table with a removable leaf or a drop leaf table. Those extra inches will give give everyone plenty of room to sit comfortably around the table. Purchase a couple of extra chairs when you settle on the perfect dining room set to seat additional guests. Place the extra chairs against an unused wall, when not in use.

Storage Furniture

If you have enough room for a buffet and china cabinet, good for you! You should be able to squeeze a small buffet or sideboard in a diminutive dining room. A buffet will give you valuable serving and storage space.

No room for your china cabinet? No worries. Place it in a hallway or common area to use as additional storage for linens, silver and dinnerware. Accessorize the visible shelves with books and decorative items, so it looks like a transitional furniture piece. You can even move it into the kitchen for extra pantry storage.

Decorative Accents

Choose a centerpiece that makes a statement, but does not interfere with conversation and sight lines across the table. Turn your buffet or sideboard into a bar by adding decanters, a mixed drink shaker, wine rack and ice bucket. When placed on a lacquer or silver tray, these functional items become a decorative accent in the room.