I think the first thing you should do is find a chandelier that you like and you may want to put a mirror over the table to reflect it. If you like fabric, I would suggest you do draperies on the dining room window. I love the table, but it seems a little large for the area so I wouldn't suggest a rug unless you want it to go almost from wall to wall.

I just happened to be looking for a chandelier for my daughter and came across an interesting simple one so I'm just going to include it. It's from Hubbardton Forge - hand forged.

Why don't you start with a great accent color on that wall, add a more modern, rectangular chandelier, and then a collection of mirrors on that wall to reflect the light. I do love drapes, but I am guessing your more modern, minimal style might work better with a simple, flat or Pacifica roman shade in a mid scale geometric print fabric that picks up the accent color.
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As suggested, a great chandelier is a must. The spherical shape of the one below would be an interesting counterpoint tot he linear shape of your table and chairs. I would consider a mirror behind the table only if it will reflect something pleasant. Otherwise, I'd opt for a large scale canvas.



For the hall way wall, I'd consider a gallery of equally sized pieces to guide you into the next area.



For window coverings, I can see either modern shades or streamlined curtains. It depends on your preference.

Yes, get a fab chandelier and a BIG art piece on the left wall.

hey

the room is good.. make it a bit colorful
add - a abstract painting - 3feet x 3feet on the wall (red/green and yellow color)

go for a nice chandilier with crystals and antique finish

have colorful table runners and crockery in black..

try and add a mustard color rug below the dinning table

regards
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Thank you all for the great suggestions. I also think that chandelier is way to start. I have added some more photos of the whole place. As we just moved in the place is work in progress. Dining room connects to the living room where we have sofa and a coffee table. We are getting a new rug, not sure what colour to get. What to put above the fireplace? We love modern style yet the place needs to be family friendly (3 kids) Ideas?

Here is the fireplace.

it appears you have plenty of room to rotate your dining table in the space. the fireplace and spindles on the stairwell are very traditional so some blending of modern and traditional will make the rooms more compatible. Love the gray walls and beautiful floor!

Lotsa options. Here are a few.

I was also thinking about rotating the table, but I would like to get chair or two to add to the living room. With table the other way place might look to crowded. Any suggestions on chairs?

I'm with those that say new chandelier and something a little more forgiving on the position of the table. By that I mean round. I would flip the table like the picture above Elan Designs, add fabric on the windows to soft up the space. On the wall I would add large mirror, may with a black frame to help bring balance to the space between the fireplace surround and the sofa. Next if the sofa fits opposite the fireplace I would pivot it out of the bay windows. In the bay windows I would add to chairs with a table between. Soften up the windows again with some fabric. Down the line I would change out the fireplace surround to meet with your style of furnishing.

hanging a mirror on the accent wall will help bring some light from the window. Also, letting some light in and adding decorative curtains will help- west elm has nice ones.

By the way, love the dining table! Where is it from? I need something similar (looking for something kid-friendly)

Dining table and chairs are from Structube.

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