Software
Houzz Logo Print
rminteriors

Unfinished to unparalleled dining room!

Here is the dining room which is next to the living room (before and after). We reoriented the dining room table (and centred the chandelier) and relocated the beautiful mirrored buffet to the wallpaper wall. A mirror, table lamps and artwork were all that were needed to make this dining room spectacular.

Comments (28)

  • PRO
    12 years ago
    you can see the adjacent living room before and after here: https://www.houzz.com/discussions/unfinished-to-unparalleled-living-room-dsvw-vd~1047052
  • 12 years ago
    What a difference adding that console, the mirror, and the lamps made!!
    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Alex511
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Thanks Alex. They had the beautiful console tucked away in the corner!
  • 12 years ago
    I love that you moved the chandelier! Sometimes builders do not take into consideration that a dining room will also have a hutch or buffet which displaces the dining room table. Your solution is good.
    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked btrollinger
  • 11 years ago

    Impressive how your re-arrangement transformed this to a designer room. I've been looking for a console & what they have looks like the perfect piece for our dining room (it's not very large and needs a reflective piece behind the table to give an illusion of larger space). Can you tell me where it was sourced? Thank you!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked RCM Leach
  • 11 years ago

    Gorggeous and well done too.!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Susan Davis
  • PRO
    11 years ago

    i really like the place keep on going adding artwork and furniture will make the place beautiful Purewal Contractors Inc

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Purewal Contractors, Inc
  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Too much gray or gray on gray for my taste. I understand that gray is a current trend, but this is too much.

  • PRO
    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Timothy Rivers Interiors
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    @quercus2 - this grey palette appealed to these clients. When we are called in to design a room, our job is respect the personal tastes of the client. With all due respect, whether or not you personally care for grey is irrelevant on this forum. What is relevant is whether the space works as a whole. We believe it does. The designer and clients are obviously proud enough of the results to post them on this "before and after forum" to share with others.

  • PRO
    11 years ago

    @rcmleach thank you for your comments and question. The clients had already purchased this beautiful mirrored buffet so I can't tell you where it is from. However I do know that Hooker Furniture carries similar items. Or check on Wayfair.com and do a search for mirrored buffets. Hope this helps. Good luck from Montreal!

  • 11 years ago

    Thank you for steering me towards those sources- yes, I was looking at those vendors! I/the Houzz community benefit so much from your generosity in sharing of ideas and design expertise. Very much appreciated!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked RCM Leach
  • PRO
    11 years ago

    The wallpaper caught my eye immediately!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Michelle Yorke Interior Design LLC
  • 11 years ago

    @quercus2 no comment is irrelevant on Houzz. Comments are what it is about whether you like or dislike.

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Rachel Laver
  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Well, Rachel Laver, I disagree. I think making negative comments is rather rude, and it doesn't speak well of the person who feels the need to go out of his/her way to make a negative comment. I didn't see anything constructive about quercus2's comment. This was not posted in the "Design Dilemma," where people are seeking constructive input from others. It was unnecessary in my opinion.

  • PRO
    11 years ago
    Gorgeous !! Great work!
    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.
  • 11 years ago

    Every comment is an opinion so if no one put an opinion there would be no comments lol. Saying this is lovely is a relevant as saying there is too much gray which makes it boring. One likes the look, one doesn't. Normal in decorating.


  • 11 years ago

    Well, Rachel, I would hope that if I walked into a room and you hated my dress that you would choose to keep your negative comment to yourself. We can agree to disagree on this subject matter. I'll let the negative comments speak for themselves about the person who would post such comments. Have a wonderful day.

  • PRO
    11 years ago

    Looks amazing! Thanks for sharing with us!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Brunelli
  • 11 years ago

    Well, alex511 if you posted a photo of a dress on a site that was meant to critique fashion, I think that you are opening yourself up to positive and negative critique. The person is critiquing the design not the homeowner. I doubt they would walk into someone's home and make a similar comment.


  • PRO
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Perhaps the discussion on this post raises the question about what Houzz is really meant to be. Professionals use it as a means of sharing our experience and expertise with homeowners who might not be in a position to afford an interior designer or are looking for new ideas/inspiration. We also use Houzz to showcase our work to potential local clients. As professionals, we also respond to questions on a regular basis and give advice when requested. I have always thought that Houzz is for homeowners and design/decor enthusiasts to congregate online and share their successes and ask for advice from both Houzzers and pros. If one person doesn't care for a certain room or style, I can't see how that is relevant or of any interest to other Houzzers. I can see how it is relevant in their own idea books to help them identify what it is they like and don't like and why. Keep in mind there's a difference between posting your personal dislikes about someone else's space and offering constructive or interesting critique that leads to dialogue from which everyone can benefit. Let's try to keep these forums a positive, respectful and useful place to share ideas and our projects.

  • PRO
    11 years ago

    Great rearrangement of pieces to create a new feel to the space!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Gilmans Kitchens and Baths
  • 11 years ago

    Beautifully put RMI! I keep going back to the space you transformed just by a re-arrangement of a few pieces. It just occurred to me that you also added a mirror & artwork. Would you mind sharing where you sourced the mirror (above the console)?

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked RCM Leach
  • PRO
    11 years ago

    @rmlathb - it's a Renwil mirror MT-1019 in silver leaf but for some reason it's no longer on their website. If you are in the US, you might be able to purchase it through Sears.com or other online sites. Hope this helps. Good luck from Montreal!

  • 11 years ago
    I think it looks really good. I do learn from people's criticisms on this site though.
    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked Trish
  • 11 years ago

    THANK YOU Rebecca Mitchell Interiors. Even though they no longer offer this specific mirror, they have beautiful pieces. I appreciate the well wishes. I picked out similar furniture for dining & living room, just hoping it will look as well put together as the room you laid out! I hope all who visit this invaluable website had your perspective. Take care from So Cal!

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked RCM Leach
  • PRO
    11 years ago

    Nice job

    Rebecca Mitchell Interiors thanked VRA Interiors, LLC