25 dining room ideas – trends, styles and rooms to inspire a change of decor

Looking for dining room ideas that will work no matter what size space you are dealing with? Whether you're getting out the special crockery to entertain friends or prefer informal but cozy family meals, a well-decorated dining room design is a great addition to your home.

Even if you don't have the space for a dedicated 'room', maybe you want to squeeze a small dining space into an open-plan area, such as a kitchen/living space? 

We've rounded up all of our favorite dining room ideas to get you inspired to choose a style, so that you can make the most of your space.

Forget lights, camera action. If you want to create a dining room fit for a movie star, it's more lights, candles, action. Because the devil's in the detail for this maximalist dining room idea.

Chinoiserie-style wallpaper beautifully clashes floral curtains to create a busy eating area bursting with interest. To stop the room looking too OTT, a simple four-seater round dining table is styled with Art-Deco inspired chairs for comfort and opulence.

And don't forget about your dining room wall ideas! Here, a V&A Crane wall print is the perfect conversation starter at the dinner table, while your warming the plates and serving drinks.