Whether you just bought the house or have lived in it for decades, you might think your dining room needs a remodel. To make the space feel like it belongs in this decade, you may consider changing the furniture or finding a way to shake up the floor plan. The pros at Cypress Design & Build offer these five quick tips to help you conquer your dining room remodel.
- Looking Forward With Open-Concept Dining
- Brighten Up Your World With Bold Color Choices
- Layers Of Furnishings For Timeless Appearance
- Flooring That Suits Your Lifestyle
- Contemporary Lighting That Complements The Design
1. Find Added Elbow Room By Removing That Wall
Are you interested in making a small dining room bigger? The most effective solution includes removing the wall separating the living room, kitchen, and dining areas. You now have the flexibility of shuffling the couch, dining table, and kitchen island so you can more easily move around during parties.
2. Embracing Colors That Make You Smile
Whether you inherited a dining room flooded with cabbage roses from the 90s or painted everything gray 10 years ago, it’s time to brighten up the space with wall colors that make you happy. Today’s trends allow for bold contrasts in wall color that don’t fight with neutral furnishings. Wainscoting? That is out.
3. Choosing Furniture That Functions Rather Than Matching
Many families no longer use their dining rooms for dinner parties. Today, the space is used for homework, casual lunches, and the occasional family gathering. When selecting a table and storage for dinnerware, choose comfortable, flexible, and functional items. You can ignore the vintage look that came with giant hutches and heavily carved chairs.
4. Retiring Dated Carpeting With Wood Or Luxury Vinyl Planks
Why do you keep scrubbing stains out of the carpet? Replacing the old rug with clean and durable engineered wood or vinyl flooring makes clean-ups a breeze. Meanwhile, the sleek look offers a contemporary vibe that will work with changing decor trends.
5. Install Lighting In Layers That Supports Your Active Family
That old chandelier certainly anchored the room, but it also trapped your dining table in one spot. Think about an overhead light that hugs the ceiling and adding tall lamps or uplighting in the corners. The indirect light chases away shadows while giving you options when you need a little extra illumination over a project.
Need Help With Your Changing Dining Room? Give Us A Call Today
If you live anywhere in the Monterey County area of California, contact us at Cypress Design & Build for an in-home consultation. From a quick refresh to a down-to-the-studs remodel, we can help you breathe new life into the heart of your home again.
