Creating the perfect home means designing spaces that are both beautiful and functional. While a formal dining room sounds lovely in theory, it could be a waste of space in practice. If it’s too formal, you run the risk of never actually using the room.
We recently connected with a few incredible designers to find out their top tips for creating a beautiful dining room you’ll actually want to use. And, according to Monika Nessbach, founder and chief interior designer ofDesignbar, it’s not just practical to create an unstuffy dining room—your guests will love it, too.
“Unstuffiness thrives on unexpected delights that keep guests engaged and ensure your dining room is a feast for the senses,” she says.
Designers will often tell you to pick one «hero piece» for a room, a true conversation starter to anchor the rest of the space. And in your dining room, the biggest focal piece should always be your dining table.
“Create unique moments with the main focal piece: the table,” the team at Lucas Browning Design says. Whether this is done by investing in a brand new table or always topping your existing one with gorgeous accents, the first way to create a beautiful dining room is with a stunning and welcoming place to dine.
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One thing that often creates an instantly stuffy vibe is a room full of perfectly matched furniture and fabrics. According to Nessbach, the fastest way to relax your dining room is to embrace your own unique tastes.
“Mix and match chairs for a playful twist,” Nessbach says. “Imagine an array of chairs that complement each other like a symphony of flavors in a gourmet meal.”
Katharine Kelly Rhudy, owner and principal designer ofReed & Acanthus, agrees, calling matching furniture
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