Apr-19-12
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A dining room should be conducive to eating, entertaining and family time. Whether your home is decorated in French country or contemporary design, a well-designed dining room can stimulate appetites as well as conversation. In addition to furniture and centerpieces, one way to create the dining room of your dreams is by decorating the walls. This can be done with items such as paint and wall sconces.
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Paint
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One of the easiest and most budget-friendly ways to decorate your dining room walls is with paint. Invigorate the space by painting the dining room a dramatic red. Restaurants often are decorated in red, which is said to encourage socializing as well as eating. Keep in mind that red will make the dining room appear smaller and can be bit overpowering. An alternative to an all-red dining room is painting just one accent wall a deep red, while painting the other walls in a neutral color such as off-white or a soft yellow. Either one is warm and works well with red.
Mural
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A wall mural, done on one large wall, creates an instant focal point for a dining room. Start by painting the wall in a neutral color, such as peach. Paint an intricate Asian mural on the wall, such as a large and stunning cherry blossom tree. Add more painted images such as mountains and Buddhist temples.
Mirror
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Create an elegant display on a dining room wall. Hang a large, unframed mirror in the center of a large wall. Use your painted accent wall, if you have one. On each side of the mirror, hang wall sconces, complete with candles. Make sure each sconce is the same distance from the mirror.
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Apr-19-12
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Contemporary dining rooms require minimal furniture and accessories and the use of durable materials. This makes the space great for families because the room will be easy to clean and affordable to decorate. You might even be able to create a contemporary dining space with your existing pieces.
Contemporary Colors
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Neutral colors often appear in contemporary design. A basic color palette allows you to keep up with the ever changing trends. Use inexpensive artwork and accessories so you are always on the edge of design. Paint the walls in a bright white, medium taupe or soft gray. If you want a more daring dining room, consider a bold chocolate brown or black. Use accessories such as bright orange plates or red curtains to bring in appetizing colors. Draw the accent color from artwork or use green accents for a nature-inspired room.
Materials and Focal Points
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Contemporary design combines natural and manmade materials. Bring nature into the dining room with a durable laminate, bamboo or wood floor that can be easily cleaned. Leave wood trim unpainted to show off its natural beauty. Place a few plants around the dining room for a cozy touch.
The focus of a dining room space can be the architecture of your home or back yard. Accomplish this by keeping the room neutral so the eye drifts outside. Take off the window coverings to let more light in and lend a casual air to the contemporary dining room. If you want window treatments, try natural bamboo or grass shades. Add a silk panel on either side of the window. The shades will give you privacy and the curtains won’t even need to close.
Furniture
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Contemporary dining room furniture focuses on straight lines. Look for chairs that include a fabric element such as micro-suede parsons’ chairs. Stainless steel and frosted glass make for a modern dining room table. Any wood tones should be dark, such as espresso, with minimal grain showing. Showcase the beauty of your dining room set by forgoing tablecloths or chair pads.
Accessories
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Keep accessories to a minimum in a contemporary dining room for a sleek look. Make a decorating statement with the scale of the pieces you do use. Instead of a flower arrangement, place tall curly willows in a pottery vase in the corner of the room. Replace a traditional chandelier with an oversized drum shade.
Look for floor to ceiling artwork that can serve as the focal point of the space. You can create your own custom artwork by stretching a contemporary fabric over a frame and stapling it. Contemporary patterns are bold and geometric. Use the fabric in one area of the room so it really stands out.
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Apr-19-12
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A combined living room and dining room, often known as a great room, offers the homeowner a large space for entertaining and casual living, and is common in contemporary architecture. This large space can cause decorating headaches, however, as one large room must fill many roles and functions. Make a plan for functional, attractive decor based on how you use the rooms most often.
Zones
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If the great room is overwhelming, consider breaking it down into smaller zones defined by furniture placement. For example, the dining area might have a table and chairs, buffet, china cabinet, sideboard or other furniture; arrange the pieces to create a more intimate dining space and counteract the size of the great room. Create a conversation grouping in the living area with sofas, chairs and accent tables, and set it off with an area rug. If there are children in the home, consider an activity or toy corner as another zone in the room.
Color
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The size of a great room can result in a cold, overwhelming space. Use color to create a more welcoming area,. Large spaces can tolerate darker shades than smaller spaces can, so this is an opportunity to use rich colors on the walls and in upholstery and window fabrics. Warm, bold shades such as olive, burgundy, chocolate, deep red and gold visually bring in the walls and warm a large room. If the ceiling is vaulted, painting it a muted variation of the wall color instead of white can help make the room’s proportions appear more even.
Flooring
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The flooring in a great room needs to accommodate the various uses of the room. The floor must withstand high traffic, food and moisture while maintaining comfort and appearance. Common flooring choices for great rooms include hardwood, laminate, tile and carpet. Area and throw rugs can help define spaces within the great room, while runners add protection for high-traffic areas. Consider varying the flooring within the great room to further define the zones, such as using tile in the dining room and hardwood or carpet in the living area.
Lighting
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Standard overhead lighting is often inadequate for a great room, particularly if it has a vaulted ceiling. Instead, use chandeliers and pendant lights to bring the lighting closer to living areas. Supplement with task lighting, such as a pendant over the dining table and floor lamps or table lamps near the sofa. Recessed and track lighting can add ambiance to and accent architectural features of the room.
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Jul-30-10
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New Modern Dining Room Home Design Photos in Boston
Many of us remember the dining room from our childhood as the separate, formal room that housed the most expensive pieces of furniture and was only used on a handful of special occasions and holidays. Running around the dining room chairs, and hiding under the dining room table. These formal rooms are still found in today’s homes but you can also find multi-purpose rooms, informal dining rooms and even outdoor dining rooms.
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Jul-16-10
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Interior Design Excellence : Restaurant & Bar Design Awards 2010
When it comes to outstanding interior design for swanky places to eat and drink, the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards mark the spots you simply must see. Each year judges who include writers from the design and hospitality markets vote on the works from top designers as well as those who aspire to be. The Restaurant & Bar Design Awards pay homage to both operators and designers for their excellence, and now for the second year they have done justice to the concept. The overall winners for the most outstanding Restaurant “Galvin La Chapelle” in London, and “The Tote” Bar in India are without a doubt worthy of their titles. See pictures from all of the entries in their respective categories and make reservations now.
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Jul-5-10
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Moulded Plastic Chairs Rin
Moulded Plastic Chairs Rin There’s just no need for the functional to be boring – and the Rin Chair by Hiromichi Konno proves it. A smart moulded plastic chair from Fritz Hansen, the Rin chair would be at home in a range of situations around the house. It’s perfect for a home office or dining room… and would be a natural choice for a breakfast bar. The integrated cushion also makes it a comfortable choice. Rin chair makes a strong statement with a deliberate contrast between the predictable and the unpredictable. How? Well, the four-legged star shaped base is reassuringly stable and familiar. But the moulded seat shell features cut-outs that are less expected… each side has two absences, two voids. Rin chair is a paradox. Available in a range of solid, bright colours such as green or red, the Rin chair also looks sublime in black or white. Designed by Hiromichi Konno, from Fritz Hansen.
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Jul-5-10
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Modern Chaise Lounge from Sitia
Conceived by Italian architect Giorgio Parise, the contemporary Sigmund chaise lounge from Sitia was designed as much for relaxation as for style. This modern chaise lounge features unique angles and a composition that defies the laws of gravity. This luxury lounger rests on its strong and simple steel base, creating the effect of levitation, while the minimal design further enhances its sense of weightlessness. Featuring an adjustable headrest, this piece invites you to melt into its cozy cushions for an afternoon nap, to watch television or curl up with a good book. Transform your bedroom into a deluxe hotel-inspired space, or transform your master ensuite into your own spa at home. Of course, no den, library or living room would be complete without the Sigmund. Available in leather or fabric upholstery, this modern chaise lounge is a must, for the modern, peaceful haven at home. For details visit Sitia.
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Jul-5-10
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Industrial Style Furniture – Italian Ultra Modern by Opinion Ciatti
Move over Shabby Chic and make way for Industrial Elegance, the new look by Opinion Ciatti, an Italian company. This industrial style furniture maker puts an industrial edge on its ultra-modern furniture and accessory designs, which cross the line between fine furnishings to be admired, and functional and practical pieces. If you’re looking for something different, something to draw attention, provoke thought and inspire your own creativity, Opinion Ciatti delivers. The Uptown shelves are stacked haphazardly, but beautifully. The 5 Blocks cabinets let you stack and position them to suit your space. The mirrors are as ornamental as they are an essential tool for the modern man and woman, boasting whimsical designs. But the piece de resistance must be the TAB.U coffee table and seating collection – no avant-garde home is complete without it. Sometimes, all it takes is a few small touches – the cool CSC coat hooks resemble beautiful old nails, finished in a shimmering gold, silver and bronze paint. Check out the complete industrial style collections at Opinion Ciatti.
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Jul-5-10
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Modern Dining Tables – Chic Table Designs by Compar
Sleek, chic and elegant to the nth degree, these are cool modern dining tables from Com.p.ar. Both table designs, Princess and Venezia, blend fashion and function beautifully. The Princess table (pictured above) is a great versatile design ideal for small and large dining rooms. This extendable table boasts a black or white painted-aluminum frame with a clear glass tabletop adorned in white-on-white or black-on-black stripe serigraphy. Venezia, a fixed dining table features a cool, chromed base and a black or bright-white painted metal stalk. Topping this modern table is black or white lacquered MDF with luxurious detail in pure Murano glass. Check them out at Com.p.ar.Also see modern coffee tables and a European TV stand from Compar.
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Jul-2-10
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Outdoor Armchair from MyYour – colored ergonomic polyethylene
MyYour has made a strikingly bold statement with the outdoor armchair, Miss Petra, designed by Moredesign. This chair is so unique in shape and design; it’s bound to be a conversation starter as well as a sexy piece of outdoor decor. If you’re looking for a comfortable and contemporary armchair, then this is your one-stop-shop. The self-colored polyethylene armchair won’t fade in color, doesn’t require painting, is easy to clean, and comes in a variety of bright or neutral colors. Polyethylene is a sturdy product but still allows a product to have shape and style. The ergonomic outdoor armchair will add style to your outdoors, giving you a comfortable place to sit back and relax. Whether these chairs are in a set, or on their own, they are more than just a chair – they are a piece of artwork too, thanks to Petra and MyYour.
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