Planning a space based on how you want to feel is your way to create a timeless design. We collected our favorite dining rooms to inspire you to design your own. We share details about each design and why they work and more about where you can shop the look.  

 

1. Moody, Sophisticated and Timeless 

 

Designed by Therese Sennerholt

This space has a level of warmth and great attention to detail. It celebrates craftsmanship, mixing between classic designs and modern pieces added the right amount of sophistication to the space

Works well if you have

• White walls with classic gypsum style 
• Light muted wooden flooring
• Direct sunlight
• Classic furniture pieces 

 

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2. Warm, Calm, and Natural

 

Designed by Pella Hedeby

This space is mainly monochromatic with a focus on natural materials like wood and jute, which gives it a raw feeling. The beige light tones are soothing and the lampshade has a floating effect that balances the woods in furniture. 

Works well if you

• have a space with sunlight and large windows 
• like beige color scheme
• prefer wood as the main material of the space 
• like the raw and natural effect

 

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3. Modern Copenhagen 

Designed by Pella Hedeby

This space is the right fusion between modern and timeless. We see the main focus on curved lines and mix between materials in a seamless way. The design of simple floating lighting and the grounding marble table create a great balance, which is comforting and interesting at the same time. It has a sense of playfulness and a contemporary feel. 

Works well if you have

• Small space / open areas
• White plain walls 
• A limited budget for high-end pieces
• A versatile color scheme

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4. Country, Minimal and Raw

 

Designed by Ellei Home

This space has a minimal base that highlights and celebrates raw materials and old-school craftsmanship. Altogether it has authentic and homey vibes. Mixing different types of woods to add to the function. 

 

Works well if you 

• Have light-toned walls 
• Have large windows and sunlight
• Like the unfinished raw feel of natural materials
• Like English country style
• Want to add different furniture styles to enhance function 

 

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5. Contemporary, Fresh and Playful 

 

 

Designed for Fredericia

This is an interesting and modern take on this j39 classic chair adding it to the space a versatile color scheme. The simplicity of the shelve system and table created a space to highlight the chair details without making it look forced or heavy. This one is played right!

 

Works well if you

• Have a large space with sunlight
• Have a light-colored flooring
• Like A versatile color/ material palette 
• Like timeless design and you want to express it in a modern way
• Have an open space that you want to create unity by using shelves 

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6. Cottage, Raw and Warm

 

 

Designed by AMA Studio

This design focuses mainly on raw materials like wood, jute, and cane. The warm and relaxing space gives it a laid-back tropical island vibe. Creating unity through shape, color, and materials creates a comforting feeling

Works well if you 

• Have large open space with large windows
• Have concrete or light-colored flooring
• Like natural raw materials
• Want to create a holiday escape or a cottage-style space

 

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7. Sophisticated, Elegant, and Modern

 

Designed by walk the room (3d visual)

In this 3d render, we can get a clear feeling of the space and styling eventhough it’s not a real room,. This space is designed with attention to craftsmanship and materiality, coupled with the combination of warm grey tones and wood created sophistication with a sense of harmony. The accents of black added balance and the different shapes and forms made the space interesting and fresh.

Works well if you

• Have clean Concrete walls
• Have a small space
• Like to invest in furniture pieces 
• like mixing vintage pieces with modern 

 

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8. Homey, Spacious, and Simple

 

Designed for Harpers project

This space has hints of modern farmhouse style. It is basic and works well to highlight the architectural features of the space, adding to that creating interest and character through furniture.  

Works well if you

• Have a large space with architectural character
• Want to create a homey feeling to a formal space 
• Have a White/ neutral space

 

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9. Bold, Refined and minimal

 

Designed by Norm Architects

The minimal space design highlights the craftsmanship of the chair. And the black table has a bold and grounding look that creates contrast with the simple white lamp. The plain finished concrete walls add a sense of refined simplicity that adds to the minimal feel of the space

Works well if you 

• Have narrow corners 
• Prefer concrete walls
• Have direct sunlight that shines over the space
• Like dark color palettes

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10. Vintage, Novel and Welcoming 

 

Designed by Studio 34 south

This space celebrates vintage design in a subtle way while still maintaining a sense of character, It’s unique and personal as it displays a mix of styles while keeping the harmony and staying true to the space

Works well if you 

• Have large windows
• Have high ceiling
• Like vintage pieces

 

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If you’re planning to start your dining room design you can start with our mood board guide and slowly build your own palette. Designing a space that fulfills your needs is crucial, so taking the time to understand those needs is key to good design.