The room was used as a home office, by opening the kitchen onto it, we've created a warm and inviting space, where the family loves gathering.
ロンドンにあるお手頃価格の広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな独立型ダイニング (青い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、吊り下げ式暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床、格子天井) の写真

This Aspen retreat boasts both grandeur and intimacy. By combining the warmth of cozy textures and warm tones with the natural exterior inspiration of the Colorado Rockies, this home brings new life to the majestic mountains.

サンフランシスコにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれな独立型ダイニング (茶色い壁、標準型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、格子天井、壁紙) の写真

デンバーにあるラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (横長型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、表し梁、三角天井、板張り天井) の写真

グランドラピッズにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、茶色い床、グレーの壁、三角天井) の写真

シアトルにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (青い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、茶色い床、塗装板張りの天井、三角天井) の写真

メルボルンにある小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (黒い壁、コンクリートの床、グレーの床、格子天井) の写真

ダラスにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、三角天井、塗装板張りの壁、シアーカーテン) の写真

This kitchen and living room combo got an entirely custom and elevated look thanks to the board and batten wall we installed. New dining chairs, rustic sputnik chandelier, custom floral arrangement and ledge shelves with new accent decor added the perfect touches to this space.

Realizzazione di nuovo tavolo su disegno, composto da basamento in ottone e piano ovale in legno dipinto a finto marmo
ミラノにあるラグジュアリーな広いエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれな独立型ダイニング (緑の壁、大理石の床、グレーの床、三角天井) の写真

Double height vaulted ceilings with huge glass retractable roof. Large and dramatic Anna Laurini oil on canvas. Emerald green velvet bar stools. Tan leather dining chairs and dark grey oak oval dining table.

Transitional dining room. Grasscloth wallpaper. Glass loop chandelier. Geometric area rug. Custom window treatments, custom upholstered host chairs Jodie O Designs, photo by Peter Rymwid

シカゴにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな独立型ダイニング (黒い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、格子天井) の写真

The kitchen may be the heart of a home, but the dining room is where the family gathers to enjoy special occasions, create and pass on traditions, and savour each other’s company free from distractions. The family behind this particular dining room enjoys doing just that. When they are not traveling the world, Matthew and Anna (names changed) love to cook meals at home with their teenage daughter, entertain family and friends, and live amongst their cherished travel souvenirs and heirlooms. Their dining room, however, was far from the perfect backdrop for these experiences. Before: Dining Room: When Matthew and Anna contacted us, they imagined a space that would comfortably seat 8 to 10 people and incorporate their beautiful inherited dining table and sideboard in a fresh, modern way. Above all, they wanted a dining room that they would feel proud to share. They worked with us to design, lightly renovate, and furnish their dining room and adjacent living space. Now, the room is nothing short of inviting and elevated. Classic Yet Contemporary Dining Room: Viewed from the living area, the dining room is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Matthew and Anna wanted dark blue for the walls, and we couldn’t have been happier to find the perfect shade for them. By leaning darker, this rich blue creates the perception of depth, making the room feel enticing, comfortable and secluded. The previous built-ins were underwhelming and lacked function, so we designed wider, taller, double sided cabinets that integrated the existing bulk-head, and then accessorized the shelves with the family’s travel finds, books, and decor. Topping these units with brass art lights not only blends contemporary and traditional styles, it also draws attention to the dining table’s modern show-stopping chandelier. You can’t miss it. Inside the dining room, the effect is equally impressive: enveloping yet spacious, warm yet cool, classic yet contemporary. We incorporated their heirloom pieces seamlessly into the design thanks to the 1:2 ratio. For every traditional piece, we introduced two more modern or contemporary pieces — clean lines, subtle curves, and lustrous brass hardware. The result is a collected yet updated look. In any room with dark walls, lighting is of the utmost importance. We placed a mirror adjacent to the window to reflect natural light throughout the room, and we kept the trim and ceiling white for brightness. To provide maximum versatility, we provided multiple light sources that can be adjusted to create different levels of light to suit any mood or occasion. These include: pot lights and a chandelier on dimmers, a sculptural trilight lamp on the sideboard, and art lights on the bookcases and above important art pieces. The built-ins have another surprise waiting inside this special dining room: Double-sided built-ins: dining room shelving and living room shelving. Rather than keep them white like we did in the living room, we painted the back wall of the book cases the same dark blue as the walls in the rest of the room. This reduces the contrast with the surrounding walls and emphasizes the white outline of the cabinets. We also love the dark blue walls’ role as a beautiful backdrop for this family’s treasures. The brass accessories and hand-painted vases and bowls feel like part of the experience. Of course, what is beauty without function? It may not look like it, but the base storage is only accessible from the dining room side. The units include deep cabinets for storing serving ware, as well as another delightful surprise: silverware drawers lined in luxurious navy velvet! Lastly, we designed this beautiful nook for their heirloom sideboard. From afar, the wall looks as if it has texture and perhaps a touch of shine. Up close, you will notice that it is actually navy blue wallpaper with tiny golden dots. This unique touch accentuates the brass in the room touches throughout the space.. The room feels curated, contemporary, and full of character. Words of Praise: Anna and Matthew were thrilled with their new dining room and with the design process itself, which is always the highest compliment. They said: “Working with Lori and her team at Simply Home Decorating was a great experience. The design they came up with was both beautiful and practical for our family. Renovations can be stressful but working with Simply Home made the process much more pleasant. “Simply Home's project management and their longstanding relationships with reliable trades meant we could relax, knowing that everything was taken care of. If an issue arose, the entire Simply Home team was quick to address it. They were excellent at communicating with us—we never felt like we didn't know what was going on. We would highly recommend working with Simply Home Decorating.” Thank you, Matthew and Anna! We are honoured to have been part of your journey and wish your family many happy memories in these new spaces. Now, is it your turn? Are you ready to uncover the hidden potential in your home? If so, contact us here to start the conversation or download my guide Uncovering the Hidden Potential in Your Home below to learn more about what we can do for you.

Single storey rear extension and remodelled back porch & kitchen. Main garden room for dining or living area makes a much better connection into the garden. Triple glazed, double sealed, heat treated Danish hardwood bi-fold doors, open onto very private garden patio. Superinsulated walls floor and roof with underfloor heating, two glazed sides and electric controlled rooflights make for a light and airy and warm comfortable space in any weather. Natural slates and reclaimed bricks are a perfect match to the original house. Across the garden, a garage is converted to a private gym withmore matching bi-folds opening onto another patio.

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ミネアポリスにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、両方向型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、茶色い床、格子天井、羽目板の壁) の写真

デトロイトにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、格子天井) の写真

サンフランシスコにあるカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、三角天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

フィラデルフィアにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (青い壁、無垢フローリング、コーナー設置型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、グレーの床、格子天井、羽目板の壁) の写真