Modern Dining Rooms

A cozy hardwood and paneled nook shelters this natural wood dining table. Seating space is achieved with the addition of a matching wooden bench and glossy black chairs.

By limiting confident citrus hues to a single element, you can create a focal point of color. Here, a large-scale pendant becomes a visual treat, offering a dose of vivid color in an otherwise neutral room. Make your own pendant by creating a frame, covering with fabric, and fitting with a light kit.

Jade green walls enliven the gentle curves of the light fixtures and wood dining set in this light-filled dining area.

The classic contrast between black and white takes a modern twist in the light and airy dining room.

Asian influences rule this zen-like space, as evidenced by the focus on sharp, clean lines and the bright, natural tones from the wooden table, chairs and paneled walls.

An exposed brick wall gets star treatment in this brightly white dining room, with several coats of whitewash.

This modern wood and glass dining set adjoins the living room, and the bright wood flooring and furniture keeps the walls and cabinets from making the room too dark.

Beige tiles provide the perfect backdrop for a lone floral chair to stand out against a sea of brown, and a series of unique shelves—one set built-in, the other wall-mounted—enliven the walls of this intimate, dimly lit dining room.

Slate-gray castle stones contrast nicely with the shiny wood floors and the natural wood table and chairs in this modern, open-area dining room.

A shiny white dining table and chairs stand out against clay-hued tiles in this unique dining room, which features mosaic-type mirrors that bring pattern and interest to the room's decor.

Modern furniture mingles with classic accents in this clean, white dining room.