A mellow meld. Creamy stucco smooths a calming perimeter for a laconic, light dining room decor scheme. A modern wooden dining table gently melds with cream coloured walls to achieve a peaceful place for restful mealtimes.

Vaulted concrete. Raw concrete interiors build a cool industrial dining room aesthetic but can fall a little flat and cold. Here, we see how a concrete ceiling can be vaulted to create added dimension, which also concentrates the glow of an atmospheric dining room pendant light.

Simply Scandi. An oversized paper pendant light shade makes a simple yet effective addition to an airy Scandinavian dining area. Echo the outline of the spherical light shade with a round dining table to establish a cohesive shape theme.

Open plan anchors. In a large, open plan living space, be sure to anchor your eating area with a washable large area rug and an eye-catching piece of wall decor.

Be inspired by art. This Mondrian inspired dining room utilises solid primary colours to cheerfully stand out within a predominantly white decor scheme.

Another take on the red, blue, and yellow decor palette, this time in a smaller setting.

High ceilings demand a spectacular dining room chandelier.

Lighting makes a room come together. Team focal dining room pendant lights with subtle perimeter LEDs and shelf lighting for an all round atmospheric glow.

Why wait for good weather to enjoy al fresco dining? Bring the outside indoors with a botanical themed dining room that's bursting with green plants under an influx of natural light. Plain whites and glass dining table and chairs help focus all attention on the greenery.

On trend and alluring, an arch (be it the wall or the modern dining seating) can elevate your dining room design to the next level. Trim with a ribbon of LED light for added emphasis.

Go bold with colour contrast. Dark blue and persimmon make a deeply delicious pairing.

Curate an eclectic collection. Surround a small dining table with mismatched dining chairs, or just one interesting counterpart to achieve a unique look that oozes character.

Glass dining tables will reflect the light from large windows, as well as the view.

Flanked by floor to ceiling bookcases, this long table and smart wooden dining chairs set could be used for study or for dining. Either way, it's a spot that book lovers may never want to leave.

No wall space for dining room artwork? Pretty window dressings are all you need. Spice up a collection of neutral dining chairs with a couple of bold black accent chairs.

A glorious gold focal point gives this dining space a look of luxury. A gold tipped modern chandelier completes the upmarket aesthetic.

Opulent and ornate. Deeply decorative boiserie and a spectacular chandelier take this purple accent dining room into a regal realm.

Wainscotting and white sheers make a fresh backdrop for another fabulous dining room chandelier and grey upholstered dining chairs.

Make a small, floating dining area look more at home with a weighty buffet unit.

If you enjoy playing after dinner games with your loved ones, go for a round pedestal dining table that you can remain comfortably gathered around for the evening’s fun.

Mother Nature’s kisses. Whether it's a lush courtyard or a bright skylight, a touch of nature is guaranteed to sweeten an ordinary dining room.

Build character upon open shelving. From colourful crockery and attractive hostess ware to small pieces of art and ornaments, your own personal curation of objects will make your dining room truly one-of-a-kind.

Abstract and awesome. Float abstract shapes to create a dining room focal wall like no other.

Colour and class. Bright colour mixed with traditional pieces makes a classy yet quirky statement.

If you’d prefer to let bright artwork do the talking, stick to a crisp white dining table, chairs and pure white dining room pendant lights.

Blue, red, and bold pattern. Just because you’ve indulged in colour doesn’t mean you have to shy away from pattern, go all in for a mesmeric effect.

Challenge small space principles with an oversized dining room pendant light.

Of course, pendant lights aren’t the only way forward for a dining room lighting scheme. Consider a swing arm wall lamp for a change of pace.

Impress with pink and purple.

Colour a modern luxury dining room with pale gold and prussian blue overlaps.

Indoor-outdoor connected dining rooms give the best of both worlds.

Edge-to-edge windows give the outdoor dining feel without having the weather to contend with.

Use yellow accents to bring beams of sunshine into your dining area even on dull days. The dining table and chairs give off a mid-century vibe which contrasts sharply with the modern yellow accents in the space.

Orange and terracotta dining rooms appear warm all year round.

Dark green walls and dining furniture instil a look of deep sophistication. Break up the palette with areas of pristine white paintwork to support the saturation of colour. Circle crystal chandeliers add to the luxury.

Stark black window frames complement an industrial dining room design. Team with a black metal ceiling hung fireplace for extra wow factor.

Black and white make a solid base for any accent colour. Since the colour red increases the appetite, why not make a monochrome dining room backdrop pop with contrasting red dining chairs?

Lofty meets live edge. We can’t decide to be more impressed with the lofty wood slatted ceiling or the immensity of the live edge dining table here, but there’s no need to choose when you can have both.

decor adds mystery to the contours of classic boiserie.

Chunky and cheerful, this designer dining set makes a welcoming spot for casual meals.