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5 Tips to Create a Functional but Stylish Dining Space

Writer: Sarah AmesSarah Ames

Featuring the Sterling Dining Table and Windsor Chairs by Bush Home


Decorated dining space

Area rug size:

Integrating an area rug into your dining space is a great way to add color and texture. Opting for a washable rug makes it a very design-savvy choice. Ensure that your area rug extends 2 feet beyond the length and width or circumference of your table so that all four legs of your dining chairs are placed on top of the rug.


Area rug extending past width of dining table
Area rug size should extend 2 feet past length and width of table

Adequate Space:

Make sure there is adequate space around your table for easy movement. If your table is too large or if a sideboard is positioned incorrectly, it can lead to overcrowding. It is important to ensure that there is a minimum of 3 feet of space between the back of your chair and the wall or any large furniture item, like a sideboard.


Space between dining table and sideboard
Leave 3 feet between dining table and any large furniture or walls

Lighting:

Proper dining room lighting is crucial for setting the right atmosphere. It is recommended to position the bottom of your dining room light fixture at a height of 34-36 inches above your dining table.


Light fixture above table
Correct height of lighting above table is vital

Add greenery:

Enhancing your design with an organic element is always a good idea. It introduces a pleasing touch of greenery that brings coziness to your space. Consider incorporating some large branches on your sideboard or table. This brings me to my next suggestion: avoid cluttering your table with overly intricate decorations.


Plants on sideboard and table
Adding greenery to your space is must

Display a simple centerpiece:

To maintain an elegant look, opt for a simple centerpiece. For daily table decorations, simplicity is key to avoid having to constantly relocate it. Consider using a large vase with branches or a shallow bowl with greenery or textured items.


Large vase with stems on table
Simple table center piece

Remembering these five tips will help you create a functional but stylish dining space. Click here to view how I arranged my Sterling dining table and Windsor chairs.


Decorated dining space

 
 
 

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