Steps For A Fresher Dining Room! Before and After
Hello, my friend! Last week I showed you how we gave Laura’s living room a makeover and today we have the four steps for a fresher dining room. We are working with an open floor plan where the dining room leads out to the deck with lovely views. This room is open to the kitchen and living rooms.
At the moment, I am taking a little breather to be with old friends along the coast north of Los Angeles. It’s a beautiful spot overlooking the Pacific Ocean…a nice little girls’ trip.
Creating A Fresher Dining Room
Dining Room Before
1. Paint A Fresh White and Remove Heavy Drapes
This gives the room an indoor/outdoor feel.
2. Install A Chandelier Where There Wasn’t One
With the high ceiling, this Restoration Hardware iron and brass chandelier defines the space as the dining room and not just a walkthrough to the back.
3. Add Modern Host Chairs
Instead of starting over, we incorporated two custom Lee Industries host chairs (similar) in a performance stain-resistant fabric. The nice thing is that these can be pulled into the living room for more seating for a party like a book club.
4. Add Greenery Like This Tree and Colorful Table Accents
Laura collected the vintage bottles on the table from flea markets. The pretty leafy faux tree and favorite basket are from Pottery Barn.
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Those are the four steps that we used for a fresher dining room. You may also like Living/Dining Room Makeover With Views.
Hope all is well with you!
Mary Ann
Love the fresh paint color. I have been sampling different white paint colors for my bedroom and would like to know what color you used. Have you ever done or would you consider doing a “favorite white paint colors” segment?
Thank you,
Carol
I have done one…but will do it again. Consider BNM White Dove.
Mary Ann,
Your transformation is so uplifting…how wonderful that the homeowners will enjoy Spring and Summer in this
space that looks so light, fresh and updated. Removing the ‘heavy’ really added to a beautiful new look!
Alice Strom
Thanks so much, Alice!!
Mary Ann,
I know I say this a lot, but what a wonderful transformation. It looks so pretty and updated. Great job.
xo,
Karen
Loved the makeover, seriously.
I also enjoyed what looks like a robo vac in the last picture! Real life.
Hi Mary Ann,
I love what you’ve done here! That light fixture and removing the drapes really added so much appeal to the room. Sometimes simple is best!
Xo Heidi
Love your makeovers- you have such a good eye!
Are you still doing virtual consultations? I am absolutely stuck on updating my family room! I need to replace furniture, lighting, rug etc. and I am frozen🤪
Thank you, Kris Carnivale
Yes, Kris. You can email me at [email protected]!
So much lighter and brighter, love the chandelier!! I wish my dining room was that big and that built in is gorgeous!
Linda
I know…such good bones to start!
Such a big difference with just a few changes. As always, you’ve made it so beautiful! Have a fun time with your girlfriends. We’re headed to BI for a few days!
Thanks, Gail. You would love this house we are staying in for your family!
It looks absolutely incredible!
Thanks, Kristen!
Wow, what an improvement. Love the lightness!
Thanks so much, Sandra!!
I AM CERTAIN THAT CHANDELIER ADDS AMBIANCE LIKE NEVER BEFORE!
Yes! I haven’t seen it at nighttime yet.
Looks fantastic! I just love these before and after rooms. They really help to see how just a few changes make such a huge impact. Well done Mary Ann!
Sometimes its hard to remember to take before photos but I’m always glad when I do!
Looks fresh and light with that signature Classic Casual Home style! Love it!
Love you, Cindy!