End Of Week Dining Spaces: Which Is Your Favorite?

The week began with table-setting images to generate interesting ideas for the upcoming holidays. Mid-week I revealed a before and after bench that will be used in a client's dining room.  Since dining in style is clearly the focus this week, we might as well finish it with some inspiring dining room areas. Take a look at eight of my very favorites.  Each space is quite different, but they all share certain elements that I would love to incorporate into our next home's dining room.

above image via: farm6.static.flickr

image: the aviary via Jennifer

image via: the diversion project

4. mid century love affair

image via: mcardlet.smugmug

image via: buzz beast pin board

image via: femina

here's my list of favorite dining room elements:

large round table (specifically a saarinen)

cushioned chairs

bold textural art

a great view

mix of old and new

simple lighting

Which one makes you want to revamp your current dining room?!

 

 

So Pinteresting: 7 Favorite Table Settings

With the entertaining season upon us, I've been researching (or shall I say "pinning") ideas for table settings. This year, since I'm hosting Thanksgiving dinner, I want to ensure the table is both fun for the kids yet still elegant for adults.  Take a look at 7 of my favorite pins and find out what elements of each I'd like to incorporate into our holiday table.

Above pin via: Annaleenas hem

A soft and whimsical setting:   Ann Sage

Mixed chair styles, bold dark colors, and textured centerpieces evoke a dramatic scene.  Southern Living

pretty green glass plates: Style Me Pretty

Button-tufted napkins give this simple table setting a touch of pizzazz:  Brown Dress With White Dots.

Wooden centerpieces and bark place holders exude warmth:  Stylizimo

divine outdoor dining via Elizabeth Anne Designs.

Here's my list of favorite elements:

doily placemats

burlap accents

colored glass

feathers

outdoor setting for cocktails

rustic wood

&

dramatic end chairs

What's your favorite table setting?

I'm In A Dark Mood

Lately, I've been drawn to dark detailing in interior spaces, gardens and even fashion.  Not to worry, I'm not depressed,  just appreciating the contrast and depth that burgundies and blacks give their surroundings.  Take a look at just why I'm in dark mood...

Our garden has taken on a deep palette as a result of my dark mood.  To see more of this recent color obsession click here and stay posted for photos of this summer's garden planters.

What kind of mood are you in?!