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Install a rolling ladder
@no5 Bristol
Maximize storage in your dining room with a built-in ladder and place less frequently used kitchen appliances within reach. Paired with white Shaker-style cabinetry, this ladder will help you “make the most of high ceilings,” says DIYer Laura Skudder of @no5bristol.
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Make a statement with asymmetrical lighting
read mckendree
In this charming East Hampton bungalow, designer Ryan Swan draws the eye upwards by hanging a floral-inspired chandelier above the natural wood dining table.
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replace bright curtains
michael clifford
For an energetic pop of color, designer Candice Schur hangs bold red curtains from black curtain rods in this vintage 1930s Spanish Revival in Los Angeles. Note: She chooses a longer length to allow for a dramatic puddle on the floor.
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build a library wall
emily gilbert
Floor-to-ceiling shelves painted in Benjamin Moore's Mozart Blue transform this dining room into a feast for the eyes. When designer Colleen Simmons uses books as decoration, she doesn't arrange them by color. Instead, she creates a visual balance without making them look too “perfect.”
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Let your area rug act as a focal point
christopher stark
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Cheer up with flower wallpaper
amy bertran
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Let the artwork tell the story
Luisa and Fedor
Add personality to your dining room by hanging an eclectic mix of prints, paintings, and antiques on the walls. Here, DATE interiors use a variety of frame sizes and colors to ensure dimension.
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hang elegant curtains
Grace Combs
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Make space for a home bar
heidi harris
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Incorporate shades of blue
Thomas Kuo
Dreamy blue is a versatile color that can elevate any room, and we love how it looks in this farmhouse-style dining room designed by Studio Munro. Layer the colors with wallpaper, area rugs, and bench seat cushions.
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Get creative with wall decor
Philip Nguyen
Ditch the framed artwork and instead hang your treasured collection of antiques on the wall. Check out LH.Designs to source a mix of traditional African masks. You may also find it online.
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12
reflect light in a mirror
Seth Caplan
Add a simple round mirror to a blank wall, like in this DATE interior. Our advice? Hang mirrors high enough so guests can't see themselves while eating.
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13
Injecting texture in the form of lighting
Benjamin Reyes Photography
This cozy dining area by Design West was missing something until a set of three rattan pendant lights was hung above. That means instant texture and style.
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Focus on warm colors
Emily Hart Photo
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Place paintings in unexpected places
Laura Kachley
Instead of sourcing different pieces of art, invest in one piece that you really love, like this calming abstract print from Lindsay Letters. To complement the look, artist Lindsey Sherbondy has placed antique-style lanterns on either side.
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Try geometric prints
kat wilborn
Especially in the dining room, wallpaper attracts attention. In this maximalist-inspired space, designer Ashley Delap chose black and white geometric patterns.
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play with color contrast
Chris Tamburello
Black and white is a timeless color combination and a surefire way to create contrast in your dining room. Here at House of One, we start with pure white walls, then layer them with a jet black dining table set, chandelier, and photo frames.
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Don't skimp on the pattern
Thomas Kuo
From floor to ceiling, design firm Studio Munroe seizes the opportunity to inject creativity into this space. When considering the balance of your dining room pattern, consider placing statement accent chairs on either end of the table.
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incorporate antique decorations
lauren miller
Whether it's furniture (like a dining chair or shed) or decorative items (like a vase or rug), collect vintage pieces to give your space a unique feel. “I love how antiques tell stories,” says designer Ashley Montgomery.
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20
install black wall panels
Provided by Ruggable
A black and white palette doesn't have to be boring. Ruggable's warm wood tones and oversized patterned rug complement the dramatic black wall panels.
Monique Valeris is Good Housekeeping's home design director, overseeing the brand's home décor range across print and digital. Before joining GH in 2020, she served as a digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she investigates everything from design trends to home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing a monthly column, “What's in Your Cart?”
Alyssa Gautieri (girlfriend) is Good Housekeeping's deputy lifestyle editor, covering all aspects of home and interior design. She joined GH in 2022 before joining BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries, in addition to creating product copy for her brands such as ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine, LODGING He has contributed to publications such as Magazine.
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