Dining rooms in general can often be underutilized, so decorating a dining room table can be a way to rejuvenate a space. First, one can invest in thoughtful table cloths, table runners, and dishes to elevate the dining room. A dining room table can be decorated by placing a centerpiece which can consist of a bouquet of flowers, a bowl of fruit, vases, candles, and various other accent pieces. Finally, a dining room table can act as a backdrop for seasonal or holiday decorations.

The width of a dining room table varies depending on shape with standards typically determined based on the number of people at the table. A square or four person table ranges between 34”-44” wide (86.4-112cm) while a rectangle or six person table ranges between 36”-40” wide (91.4-101.6cm). A round table shares a similar range as the square table, but in diameter.

When arranging furniture in a living room and dining room combo make sure to maximize the space by incorporating dual purpose furniture. Arrange the furniture by defining the functional spaces, use the room’s architectural design to your advantage, and play with the versatility of each piece of furniture.

Choosing a style for your dining room is a personal choice, and dependent on your preferences. Gather inspiration images from dining rooms that you like and choose a focal object to style everything around on. Then choose the lighting elements, décor accents, as well as paint color.