Photography by Michael J. Lee
Large trendy dark wood floor dining room photo in Boston with white walls and a ribbon fireplace

A Careful Lighting Composition as the Dining Table Helps Define Space
Large minimalist light wood floor and beige floor great room photo in New York with white walls

photos by Pedro Marti This large light-filled open loft in the Tribeca neighborhood of New York City was purchased by a growing family to make into their family home. The loft, previously a lighting showroom, had been converted for residential use with the standard amenities but was entirely open and therefore needed to be reconfigured. One of the best attributes of this particular loft is its extremely large windows situated on all four sides due to the locations of neighboring buildings. This unusual condition allowed much of the rear of the space to be divided into 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, all of which had ample windows. The kitchen and the utilities were moved to the center of the space as they did not require as much natural lighting, leaving the entire front of the loft as an open dining/living area. The overall space was given a more modern feel while emphasizing it’s industrial character. The original tin ceiling was preserved throughout the loft with all new lighting run in orderly conduit beneath it, much of which is exposed light bulbs. In a play on the ceiling material the main wall opposite the kitchen was clad in unfinished, distressed tin panels creating a focal point in the home. Traditional baseboards and door casings were thrown out in lieu of blackened steel angle throughout the loft. Blackened steel was also used in combination with glass panels to create an enclosure for the office at the end of the main corridor; this allowed the light from the large window in the office to pass though while creating a private yet open space to work. The master suite features a large open bath with a sculptural freestanding tub all clad in a serene beige tile that has the feel of concrete. The kids bath is a fun play of large cobalt blue hexagon tile on the floor and rear wall of the tub juxtaposed with a bright white subway tile on the remaining walls. The kitchen features a long wall of floor to ceiling white and navy cabinetry with an adjacent 15 foot island of which half is a table for casual dining. Other interesting features of the loft are the industrial ladder up to the small elevated play area in the living room, the navy cabinetry and antique mirror clad dining niche, and the wallpapered powder room with antique mirror and blackened steel accessories.

Sited in Southwest Florida, this outdoor dining area gets plenty of use. A bench maximizes seating for the youngest diners and the outdoor navy rug anchors the space. A trio of steel pendants makes the outdoor space feel completed while drapery allow the small sitting area off the master bedroom to be closed off for an evening cocktail.

In the dining room, we went with a modern, moody and textural look. A few of the eye-catching details in the space are the black accent wall, housing the glass and metal doors leading to the butler’s pantry, a large dining table, dripping sculptural chandelier, and a gallery wall that covers the entire back wall.

Sierra Living Concepts is proud to offer the Trestle Pedestal Traditional Wood 92" Large Rustic Dining Table & Bench, finely crafted rustic elegance at its finest. The quality of this Solid Wood Dining Table shows in its timeless lines, graceful curves and carving. This impressive dining table is made of beautiful, sustainable, durable mango wood from India with a rich light walnut finish. Twin sculpted pedestals support the roomy 92 x 42 rectangular top. Gather the family around, this dining table for 8. Wipe piece clean with clean cloth.Easy assembly required. Special Features • Mango Wood • Rich light walnut finish • Twin sculpted pedestal base • Dining Table Dimensions: 92 x 42 x 30 • Sustainable • Durable • Rustic Traditional Styling NOTE :- Each piece has unique characteristics depending on the inherent traits of the wood. Natural shapes, dents, nicks, cracks and knots are considered a natural characteristic of this item and desirable for their rustic effect.

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Mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor great room photo in Chicago with blue walls

beige banquette, beige curtains, beige dining bench, beige dining chair, beige stripe curtains, grey wall, dark wood floor, dining room, glass door, Gold artwork, gold wall art, small but functional, dining room, white cabinets, semi-gloss white molding, semi-gloss white trim, semi-gloss white wainscoting, Peter Rymwid, Architechtural Photography

Sometimes the simplest things can be some of the most challenging. We built the base and top of this out of solid white oak. The shape seems simple enough but the way this is built required 48 different sides to line up nicely on the pedestal with floating mortise and tenon joinery to support it. All that on compound angles that are tapered. The top is connected and supported via steel c channels that are recessed into the table top. This has the added benefit of keeping the table top flat on over the large cantilever. A lot of math and planning but the end result was so amazing to see come together. And the space that it sat in was such a wonderful backdrop. We couldn't be happier with it. As with all of our pieces, this custom dining table was hand made in San Diego, CA.

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Enclosed dining room - mid-sized transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room idea in New York with gray walls and no fireplace

A sumptuous dining room to feast one's eyes and palate features waterside dining in a room layered with opulent design and materials. The oversized custom walnut table accommodates up to 12, and features a unique mix wood and bronze frames upholstered in an exotic leather. Everything in the room was customized to elevate your dining experience.

Dining room by the beach in South Padre Island. Pendant light fixture is designed by and available through Sarah Stacey Interior Design. Photo and design by Sarah Stacey Interior Design.

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Kitchen/dining room combo - mid-sized transitional dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in New York with beige walls and no fireplace

The breakfast area focal point is seen from the front door and is captured by a beautiful slab of quartzite hung on the wall as art. The sideboard underneath the slab is intricately designed with inlaid mother of pearl and, when opened, lights up to highlight bottles inside. We used the existing table and moved the neutral upholstered chairs from the dining area. The previously built-in bench area used for reading, is now finished off with custom cushions and large throw pillows for a comfortable rest area. The dining area is now complete with colorful dining chairs that transition nicely into the large living area. Because our client loved pattern, we decided to use chairs that had a fun but unusual circle pattern on the back panel and play up the color with a fun striped fabric. The table is adorned with a silk floral arrangement and bright green circle hurricanes. Michael Hunter Photography

Designer: Paul McClean Project Type: New Single Family Residence Location: Los Angeles, CA Approximate Size: 11,000 sf Project Completed: June 2013 Photographer: Jim Bartsch

ASID DESIGN OVATION DALLAS 2017 - FIRST PLACE- RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRY PARTNER COLLABORATION. Interior Design by Dona Rosene; Kitchen Design & Custom Cabinetry by Helene's Luxury Kitchens; Photography by Michael Hunter

Maple dining table with Chill Epoxy fill and Bridgeport legs. Matching maple bench with Pacific legs.
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