Large framed artwork, almost as wide as the buffet

agree wing chairs are too big, and some artwork or a mirror with some shine (gold) would look great. I'd paint the wall with vases an accent color so the white vases pop out, and the room has more dimension. maybe a soft blue-green to balance the dark woods.

Would the table fit running in the same direction as the lower section of the ceiling? The hanging fixture seems to have no relationship to the dining area. If there is no ceiling fixture over the table, I can understand why it feels so dark. If the kitchen is also dark (not enough lighting, not enough natural light from windows, or low wattage ceiling lighting). You might consider a lighter palette for colors and adding more light fixtures. A few additional photos may help.

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I have to agree with the above - a very large picture. Also, I would center your light over the table. Also, it may help to have an even wall (just use wood and drywall) and fill in the gap above the fireplace and add a picture/mirror there. While you are working on the fireplace I would add a mantle. And add some curtains - probably with a dark pole. Something that has a pattern but overall is on the light side.

You perhaps need artwork with the sideboard, and like above, centering the table under the light would be a good idea. Take a look at our pictures of our designs below to get an idea of what might look nice.

Love the two vases--they should stay.

Instead of a mirror you should use art and add some color and interest to the room. The room has lovely touches but it's very bland.

Some ideas and keep in mind the art should be about 3/4 the width of the buffet.

Thank you all. I failed to mention this kitchen is in Reno mode, and the hanging fixture is headed to Habitat for Humanity. I do want to hang a chandelier of some type over the table.

I laughed at the post about not hanging a mirror cuz who wants to watch themselves eat! I'd never in a million years have thought of that, but what a great point. I am now thinking maybe the art work could be flanked by some kind of smaller mirrors (3 down, each side), just to bounce some light around in here.

I have contemplated hanging wall paper on the wall behind the buffet.....I have fallen in love with the "old" wallpaper that has pictures on it (Zuber, as an example), but I don't want this space to be too busy or heavy. The kitchen and dining area are contiguous and on the large side, but not huge. We are going for that "country manor" feel.

Thanks again for the help.