The light gray walls of this formal dining room is adorned with a colorful painting that is flanked by table lamps and a couple of sun shaped mirrors that pair well with the elegant crystal chandelier hanging over the wooden table.
Formal dining rooms elegant decorating ideas.
Choose a dining table that neither looks starkly modern or too ornate.
A modern or a transitional design may give you a more elegant look than a traditional design which may end up looking too charming or quaint.
It will complement the room s proportions and bring in an elegant curve all while encouraging cozy conversation.
Give an old piece of furniture a new look with a simple coat of black paint.
With white walls as a backdrop and chestnut color wood floors in the surrounding rooms the neutral area rug and dark tone furniture ensemble set the dining room apart.
When it comes to the accessories hang a classic oversized drum shade and add a striped rug underfoot.
This contemporary dining room has a blue and white color palette that really makes the room pop.
Formal dining room ideas with an open floor plan can benefit by being very accommodating to entertaining guests.
Shop round dining tables.
Use subdued colours for the walls with wooden paneling at the lower end.
If your dining room is square try a round table instead of a rectangular one.