DINING ROOM DIVINE
Mindy Miles Greenberg
If you are lucky enough to have a dedicated room in your home for dining,
"The Dining Room"
it should look divine and feel heavenly.
Most people who have the space, only use it for this intended purpose a handful of days annually:
Thanksgiving being on most every one's list,
A holiday or two in December,
Maybe one in April,
+
An assortment of noteworthy family occasions.
All the other times of the year, this wonderful space should serve as inspirational eye candy.
Here is a checklist of accoutrements we suggest for elegant entertaining:
Mood Lighting Chandelier centered over the table, with a wall dimmer, not flying too high or hung too low Pair of sconces, with a wall dimmer Frosted candelabra bulbs, or clear with shades to avoid glare For overhead recessed lighting, ye,s a wall dimmer also Candlesticks with pretty tapers
Furniture A Server, to stage your food, china and deserts Dining table with custom table pads, to protect the table surface Comfortable dining chairs that don't have t match exactly A China Closet, if the space allows to add height + storage
Wall Coverings Wall papers with possible a chair rail mouldings - can use more than one design An area of family photos to remind of days past Big vintage mirror that adds a blurry romantic reflection Oil painting for color + a touch of quality
Window Treatments Any combination of floor to ceiling curtains, sheer panels, roman shades, plantation shutters, etc. Opulent silks fabrics, which allows for light/privacy options
Accessories Pressed table cloth + linen napkins Stylish serving pieces: water pitcher, salad tongs, gravy boat + soup tureen Heirloom china, crystal stemware + mismatched silver flatware Seasonal flowers background music + hostess apron
Add: Family, Friends, Food + Spirits!
Feast your eyes on some stunning completed Dining Rooms.
Which one is your favorite?
Accessory Images Courtesy of Neiman Marcus
Dining Room Images Courtesy of House Beautiful
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