Small Dining Room Ideas
A small dining room isn’t the end of the world. In fact, if you have a dining room at all you’re probably doing something right.
Anyway, we think a small dining room is actually a good thing. With some creative thinking and strategic design choices, you can transform even the tiniest of dining rooms into a stylish and efficient space. In this article, we’ll explore some space-saving tips and interior design ideas to help you optimise your cosy dining area.
A round table
When space is limited, choosing a round dining table can be a game-changer. Unlike rectangular tables, round tables get rid of sharp corners, allowing for better traffic flow and a higher seating capacity. And if you can find one with a pedestal base or slim legs, you can create a more visually open feel, making the room appear larger than it actually is.
Built-in seating
Built-in benches along one wall can be an excellent space-saving solution for small dining rooms. Not only do they provide extra seating without taking up more floor space, but they also offer hidden storage opportunities underneath the seats!
Multi-purpose furniture
You could also try investing in multi-purpose furniture pieces – for example, a drop-leaf table can be expanded to accommodate guests during mealtimes and folded down when not in use to free up valuable floor space. Similarly, chairs with built-in storage compartments or collapsible features can help save space when they’re not needed.
Use vertical space
When horizontal space is limited, it’s time to look up. Floating shelves or wall-mounted cabinets can provide extra storage for dishes, glassware and decorative items without chewing up floor space. Hanging light fittings can also help draw the eye upward, creating the illusion of higher ceilings and a more roomy atmosphere.
Keep It light and bright
Using light, neutral colours in your small dining room can help make the space feel more open and airy. Soft whites, pale greys or pastel hues on the walls, furniture and accessories are always a good call to reflect natural light and create a sense of size. Mirrors strategically placed on walls can also help bounce light around the room, making it appear larger and brighter.
Seating that saves space
When choosing dining chairs for a small space, consider options that are lightweight and easy to move around. Armless chairs or stools with slim profiles take up less visual and physical space, allowing for more flexibility when arranging seating around the table.
Emphasise vertical lines
In keeping with the vertical space idea, it’s also good to incorporate vertical lines into your small dining room’s design to help elongate the space and create a sense of height. Striped wallpaper, vertical panelling or tall, slender furniture pieces can all draw the eye upward and make the room feel bigger.
Kent Beds & Sofas is the leading supplier of dining room furniture in the county, so if you’re looking to furnish your small dining room but don’t know where to start we can help. Our team is full of interior design whizzes too, so if you need advice, we’d be more than glad to help! Give us a call today for more information.
