For an unusual juxtaposition, seek out wood chairs with a contemporary design. The fact that the backs of these chairs remain the same thickness from top to bottom gives them a seamless feel that is so alluring.
Consider the color of materials in your overall scheme. When we think of creating a color story, it usually comes from paint colors, artwork and fabrics. But the wealth of materials available in today's design world provides us with so many other colors that can play an important role. The warm-orange tones of the wood complement the wall color perfectly, bringing a serene fall-like feeling to this dining room.
This great fall-inspired dining room has such wonderful light that pumpkin paint works on every wall. Notice the terrific center fixture that resembles pumpkins on a vine.