by Furnishly | Mar 21, 2022 | Design Inspiration
Dining rooms are special places where treasured memories are made. They are the place in which we gather together with all of our family and close friends to break bread and to celebrate the most special occasions and annual holidays. They are the place where birthday wishes are made upon the glow of cake candles and where hearts are healed over a hot cup of tea. Dining rooms deserve our due attention and yet they are often brushed over in comparison to lounges and kitchens. This collection of 40 aesthetic dining rooms aims to inspire dining room designs that will honour every family mealtime and every momentous occasion.
A mellow meld. Creamy stucco smooths a calming perimeter for a laconic, light dining room decor scheme. A wooden dining table gently melds with cream coloured walls to achieve a peaceful place for restful mealtimes.
Vaulted concrete. Raw concrete interiors build a cool industrial dining room aesthetic but can fall a little flat and cold. Here, we see how a concrete ceiling can be vaulted to create added dimension, which also concentrates the glow of an atmospheric dining room pendant light.
Simply Scandi. An oversized paper pendant light shade makes a simple yet effective addition to an airy Scandinavian dining area. Echo the outline of the spherical light shade with a round dining table to establish a cohesive shape theme.
Open plan anchors. In a large, open plan living space, be sure to anchor your eating area with a washable area rug and an eye-catching piece of wall art.
Be inspired by art. This Mondrian inspired dining room utilises solid primary colours to cheerfully stand out within a predominantly white decor scheme.
Another take on the red, blue, and yellow decor palette, this time in a smaller setting.
Lighting makes a room come together. Team focal dining room pendant lights with subtle perimeter LEDs and shelf lighting for an all round atmospheric glow.
Why wait for good weather to enjoy al fresco dining? Bring the outside indoors with a botanical themed dining room that’s bursting with green plants under an influx of natural light.
On trend and alluring, an arch can elevate your dining room design to the next level. Trim with a ribbon of LED light for added emphasis.
Go bold with colour contrast. Dark blue and persimmon make a deeply delicious pairing.
Curate an eclectic collection. Surround a small dining table with mismatched dining chairs, or just one interesting counterpart to achieve a unique look that oozes character.
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- Designer: DZINE Concept
- Via: Dwell
Glass dining tables will reflect the light from large windows, as well as the view.
Flanked by floor to ceiling bookcases, this table and chairs set could be used for study or for dining. Either way, it’s a spot that book lovers may never want to leave.
No wall space for dining room artwork? Pretty window dressings are all you need.
A glorious gold focal point gives this dining space a look of luxury. A gold tipped modern chandelier completes the upmarket aesthetic.
Opulent and ornate. Deeply decorative boiserie and a spectacular chandelier take this purple accent dining room into a regal realm.
Wainscotting and white sheers make a fresh backdrop for another fabulous dining room chandelier and grey upholstered dining chairs.
Make a small, floating dining area look more at home with a weighty buffet unit.
If you enjoy playing after dinner games with your loved ones, go for a round pedestal dining table that you can remain comfortably gathered around for the evening’s fun.
Mother Nature’s kisses. Whether it’s a lush courtyard or a bright skylight, a touch of nature is guaranteed to sweeten an ordinary dining room.
Build character upon open shelving. From colourful crockery and attractive hostess ware to small pieces of art and ornaments, your own personal curation of objects will make your dining room truly one-of-a-kind.
Abstract and awesome. Float abstract shapes to create a dining room focal wall like no other.
Colour and class. Bright colour mixed with traditional pieces makes a classy yet quirky statement.
If you’d prefer to let bright artwork do the talking, stick to a crisp white or natural toned dining set and pure white dining room pendant lights.
Blue, red, and bold pattern. Just because you’ve indulged in colour doesn’t mean you have to shy away from pattern, go all in for a mesmeric effect.
Challenge small space principles with an oversized dining room pendant light.
Of course, pendant lights aren’t the only way forward for a dining room lighting scheme. Consider a swing arm wall lamp for a change of pace.
Impress with pink and purple.
Indoor-outdoor connected dining rooms give the best of both worlds.
Edge-to-edge windows give the outdoor dining feel without having the weather to contend with.
Use yellow accents to bring beams of sunshine into your dining area even on dull days.
Orange and terracotta dining rooms appear warm all year round.
Dark green walls and dining furniture instil a look of deep sophistication. Break up the palette with areas of pristine white paintwork to support the saturation of colour.
Stark black window frames complement an industrial dining room design. Team with a black metal ceiling hung fireplace for extra wow factor.
Black and white make a solid base for any accent colour. Since the colour red increases the appetite, why not make a monochrome dining room backdrop pop with contrasting red dining chairs?
Lofty meets live edge. We can’t decide to be more impressed with the lofty wood slatted ceiling or the immensity of the live edge dining table here, but there’s no need to choose when you can have both.
Chunky and cheerful, this designer dining set makes a welcoming spot for casual meals.
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by Furnishly | Mar 18, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style
There are a seemingly infinite number of retailers, both online and in-store, offering beautiful things to buy for your home. Sometimes, though, you find the best stuff in the most unexpected places. You may even luck out and find the perfect piece right in your own backyard.
Michele Bipath and her husband, Anthony, live in an 800-square-foot apartment in Brooklyn that’s decorated with tons of earthy, organic touches. “Our styles have changed a lot since we moved in, and it’s hard for me to pin what it exactly is,” Bipath says in her house tour. “Anthony loves mid-century modern pieces, and I love boho decor and pops of color.” So their apartment is really a compilation of them as a couple and all the things they love.
Officially, Bipath considers the style of their home to be “boho chic with a modern twist” and it makes perfect sense. All the plants around the living room and the wooden honeycomb shelves (also sporting plants) give clear bohemian vibes. The coolest and most unique addition to this couple’s home, though, is actually a tree branch hanging above their dining table.
“I saw it laying in the middle of the road after a stormy day and carried it back home, where I presented it to a skeptical Anthony,” Bipath says. Together, they trimmed it down, stained it, and hung it over the table with fish wire and Command hooks. They even decorate it based on the season or holiday. “We use paper bag stars for Christmas, dried florals for spring, lanterns for Lunar New Year, etc.,” Bipath says.
This piece was literally free and adds so much character to their dining space. If you can’t afford a large light fixture or don’t have the wiring for one, this is a budget-friendly and renter-friendly option. In addition to completing the earthy, organic, boho vibe of their place, the branch immediately draws your eye up and doubles as an extra space to decorate as the seasons change. If you’ve been looking for some inspiration, you might want to step out into your backyard and see what you can find.
Savannah West
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Savannah is a master binge-watcher and home cook. When she’s not testing new recipes or re-watching Gossip Girl, you can find her on Facetime with her grandma. Savannah is a news producer turned lifestyle blogger and professional homebody. She has a bachelors in journalism from Clark Atlanta University, a certification in Digital Storytelling and is earning her Master’s degree from Harvard University. Savannah believes every day is a good day and there’s nothing good food can’t fix.
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by Furnishly | Mar 16, 2022 | Design Inspiration
The inextricable tea drinking culture of East Asia is well known, where tea is far more than just a pleasant beverage. Not only is tea enjoyed personally and at social events, in small tea parties and public tea houses, but many cultures have created intricate formal ceremonies around the act of tea preparation and serving. Whilst East Asian tea ceremonies differ between countries, the ritualistic nature of the drink is agreed upon. This enjoyable daily observance has inspired the inclusion of personal tea rooms inside of modern homes, which are what we are exploring here today. From traditional Asian tea tables and tatami mats to contemporary interpretations of the theme, we’ll discover how to elevate tea at home.
Colour a space that’s steeped with tradition. Deep red, natural wood, and black accents will bring a sense of the past even to modern interiors that deliver a contemporary twist on the tea room aesthetic. Add elegant indoor plants and small trees to invigorate the rich backdrop.
Light up tea parties with an LED powered lighting scheme that instils a sense of warm modernity. This tea room benefits from a view of the projector screen that’s mounted in an attached open plan living room too.
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- Visualizer: Sergey Zalozny & Artem P. Visualization
A low Chabudai table and Zabuton floor cushions allow large windows to be enjoyed to their fullest. Consider developing a zen garden, a lily pond, or a vertical garden to really capitalise on the window framed scene.
To honour the Japanese tradition, Zabuton floor cushions and floor poufs are key. Team with Shōji doors or screens and framed Shūji calligraphy to complete the look.
Chinese tea drinking is done at a raised table. It’s considered inappropriate to be seated directly opposite the tea server, but in a house of only two people, you could let that one slide.
Botanical wall art creates a peaceful visual that’s conducive to the relaxed atmosphere of a tea drinking session. This beautiful Shōji lined space also features a round picture window to frame nature’s real beauty.
A tag on tea room. It’s totally okay nowadays to tag a tea room onto an open plan living space. You can achieve a sense of special ceremony with a larger sized tea server’s chair and smaller counterparts on the other side. Flank with symmetrical cabinets and finish with a focal point of serene wall art.
Put on a show. A collection of cast-iron Tetsubin teapots are proudly displayed on illuminated shelves here, combining traditional and contemporary approaches. A focal wall of wooden lattice panels hint at traditional Shōji screens without committing fully to the endeavour.
Swept away. A sweeping spiral staircase design and mesmerising nature views amuse the mind and soul whilst tea quenches the body.
Install built-in shelving units to lovingly display a selection of teas, alongside antiques, art, and a selection of treasured tomes.
Group pendant lights along the length of a substantial tea table to accentuate its size and linearity.
Emulate a Japanese tea room and instil a sense of zen by placing a Buddha statue in a prominent position.
As tradition has it, a cast-iron Tetsubin teapot should be heated whilst suspended over an irori hearth.
Enjoy an explosion of flame red foliage with the introduction of an indoor Japanese Maple tree.
Zaisu floor chairs make a step further toward comfort from the simple Zabuton cushion alone, and a Kyousoku armrest offers more support still.
A marble fireplace takes this tea room all the way upmarket, along with a designer linear pendant light and a custom-made bookcase wall.
If you can’t decide between floor cushions or chairs, then you can always straddle the two aesthetics with an eclectic collection of seating that will please everyone.
The Bonsai tree has long been a symbol of balance, patience, harmony, and luck in Asian culture, with Zen Buddhists believing the Bonsai to be an object of meditation and contemplation. Who wouldn’t want to bring these wonderful qualities to their tea table?
Display a collection of white teapots against a deeply colourful background to create striking contrast. Moody backlighting exaggerates the bold effect.
A nature-inspired modern chandelier will complement beautiful indoor plants, peaceful garden views, and serene landscape art.
The seating etiquette in a traditional Chinese teahouse conventionally calls for the first guest of honour to be situated at the host’s left hand side. The remaining seats are allocated in descending order toward the right. Therefore, a shared bench is most likely to come after single seats if the length of the table allows.
Mountain motifs are popular in tea room interior design. Their undulating outline provides an expansive panorama that visually opens up the space.
Arch decor is prevalent in modern interiors, and tea rooms are no exception. Use this curvaceous device to softly frame a decorative item that sets the scene for ceremony, and utilise a ribbon of LEDs to draw due focus.
Another stunning Japanese Maple takes the stage in a mini zen garden.
Of course, a comfortable tea room is also a great place to settle down for a game of checkers. Don’t forget to allocate surrounding storage with game time in mind.
Shape a new tradition. This traditional tea room setup is updated with a prominent shape theme of circles and bold lines.
The same linear pendant lights and backdrop of illuminated round art is repeated here behind a much smaller tea table set.
Update a simple wooden Chabudai table with a contemporary concrete top. These cleverly deceiving floor chairs give the look of simple cushions whilst providing much more support and height.
Surround the art of tea making with an art-filled room.
Japanese ginger jars were originally containers for salt, oil, and spices like ginger, which is of course where they got their name upon entering the Western world. Their decorative nature is now enjoyed on shelves and mantels, and makes an ideal accompaniment for a tea room.
A skylight forms a stunning natural spotlight over a tea table.
An elevated floor helps to zone a ceremonial tea area from the rest of the floor plan.
Align a floor level dining set with an independent tea area to double their impact. Use authentic tatami mats to define the separation of zones.
Often, in modern interiors, a cast-iron Tetsubin teapot is not suspended over an irori hearth but directly over the table.
A suspended Tetsubin teapot provides an impressive visual that sets an immediate sense of ceremony.
Decorative screens provide an effective, atmospheric visual anchor for an open plan tea area.
This bespoke tea table appears to pass straight through the window, where it joins with a sun-drenched courtyard.
Sculptural clouds pass in front of an artistic mountain range in this unique and dreamy tea room decor scheme.
A large example of calligraphy adorns and zones this open plan tea room from the rest of the airy living space. Tall shelving units are accessorised very simply so as not to compromise the tranquillity of the setting.
No space for a dedicated tea room? No problem. Even a wood-clad window seat can make an elegant setting for ceremonial tea serving.
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- Designer: FM. X Interior Design
- Photographer: WU Yong Chang
A live edge table lends itself wonderfully to the tradition steeped practice of tea brewing, serving and enjoyment.
An arched window at the end of a long tea table creates a magical vista.
Paperless shoji screens keep this tea room connected with the neighbouring living space, and allow the fabulous view to be shared throughout.
This beautiful balcony in Rurikō-in temple makes a meditative tea room.
Muxarabi screens amuse the eye with uniform pattern.
Chunkily woven floor cushions add a contemporary trend into the mix.
A portal cutout window offers a sneaky peek into the impressively varied contents of a large tea pantry behind this tea table set. A large Bonsai tree stands majestically in the window.
Display Chinese architectural models to celebrate the origin of tea. A glass brick wall echoes the lattice aesthetic of a Shoji door, whilst letting through a more intense level of light.
Floor-level perimeter lighting will style the space as special yet modest.
In another nod to Chinese architecture, this Chinese tea room features a circular vignette of an architectural drawing as the focal point of the room. At either side of the specially commissioned piece, built-in illuminated shelving units showcase a selection of special teas and tea brewing vessels.
Recommended Reading: 40 Unique Teapots to Help You Savour The Taste Of Tea
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by Furnishly | Mar 15, 2022 | Design Inspiration
Transform that bare surface into a canvas for personal expression with a beautiful centerpiece that reflects your own unique aesthetic. Whether you’re decorating a dining table, a coffee table, a kitchen island, or another supplementary surface within the home, the right centerpiece can help to center the eye and can beautifully underscore the beautiful decor theme you’ve put together. In this post, we’ve collected our favorite centerpiece ideas and objects from around the web. Find the perfect pieces to flatter your decor theme with the compilation below.
by Furnishly | Mar 11, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style
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Being on the lookout for small-space furniture solutions is kind of our thing, and when it comes to compact dining, we’ve been talking about the virtues of drop leaf tables for years. They’re ultra-functional, versatile (a dining table and a console table in one, what’s not to love?), and best suited for smaller households that love to entertain. They’ve even proven to be an adaptable dream, with many people using drop leaf pieces to curate a quick-fix WFH setup. Nowadays you can find affordable options that actually look good, too, making them a sensible alternative to traditional (but not as smart) small-space dining tables. Below, check out our guide to 10 of the best drop leaf and extendable dining tables on the market today. Designing your small space just got way easier.
Dabney Frake and Sarah M. Vazquez also contributed to reporting.
