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<\/a><\/p>\nPhoto:\u00a0hudsoninteriordesigns\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0the_tattams\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0kellynuttdesign\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n Photo:\u00a0changoandco\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0swsco\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0the_stables_\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0sunnycirclestudio\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0ginny_macdonald\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0katemarkerinteriors\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo:\u00a0collins__interiors\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n2.\u00a0Anchor your\u00a0space with an area rug (preferably low-pile for easy vacuuming) that’s large enough to comfortably fit the table and chairs. This\u00a0wool rug\u00a0was purchased from West Elm<\/a>.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n3.\u00a0A corner dining nook with\u00a0an upholstered bench is a fantastic opportunity\u00a0play with color and pattern. Plus,\u00a0it accommodates more dinner guests.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n4.\u00a0Statement lighting,\u00a0such as these seagrass pendants from Serena & Lily<\/a>, helps to define a dining area in an open-concept space.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n5.\u00a0If you’re hesitant to slap color on the walls, bring it in through fabrics, artwork and accessories.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n6.\u00a0Create a focal point in your dining\u00a0space\u00a0with a piece of\u00a0oversized art, like this calming ocean print from The Art and Framing Company<\/a>.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n7. Use a\u00a0large indoor plant or tree\u00a0to fill up an\u00a0empty, awkward corner. This faux fiddle leaf fig is from World Market<\/a>.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n8.\u00a0Pair dark and dramatic walls with a white painted ceiling to reflect more light into the\u00a0room.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n9.\u00a0If your\u00a0furnishings are fairly neutral, use patterned wallpaper to\u00a0amp up\u00a0the visual interest. This “Chenonceau” fabric wallpaper is by\u00a0Schumacher<\/a>.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n10.\u00a0Custom\u00a0window treatments are an investment, but will make your dining room look luxe and pulled-together.<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n11. Encourage the conversation to flow with a round dining table where everyone faces\u00a0one another. With a square or rectangular table, it becomes more\u00a0challenging to interact.<\/h2>\n