The dining room is not the place to skimp on style. Regardless of whether you have a small space that’s outfitted with a cozy banquette or a formal setup with an elegant set of table and chairs, there’s no shortage of dining room decorating ideas.
Think about simple upgrades that can boost your dining room’s style factor — a fresh coat of paint (see what’s trending for 2022), lively wall art or even a new rug to add some warmth. If you’re stumped on how to dress your dining table, we have creative ideas for that as well. Decor accents like elegant candles, floral arrangements or even bowls of fruit that can be switched out from season to season are all no-fail options for your dining room.
Maybe you’re guilty of letting paper clutter take over your dining table. If that’s the case, there’s an easy solution. “You need to figure out the logjams that are creating clutter and handle those with portable solutions,” professional organizer Lorie Marrero says. Functional pieces, like a rolling cart, can make it easy to pay bills at the table, and when it’s not in use, place it out of sight once it’s dinnertime.
Click through for some of our favorite ways to elevate a dining room, whether you’re partial to the farmhouse aesthetic or sleek and modern spaces. These inexpensive design ideas have all the inspiration you need to make your dining room picture-perfect and ready for family and friends to enjoy. All you have to do is settle on a delicious meal.