How can I Decorate My Dining Room Table for an Everyday Look?

May 13, 2021

Elif Naz Kaya

Elif Naz Kaya

Architect/ Designer

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How can I Decorate My Dining Room Table for an Everyday Look?

Most people don’t think about decorating dining room tables because they are a far more functional space in an interior than a coffee table, console table, or side table. 

Dining room tables are often in use, so we can’t have too many items on them. I understand that.

However, when friends and family come into your homes, don’t you want to decorate a little and setting the perfect table.

I know we all want, despite the beautiful foods, the dining table set should be impressive.

So why not we create a daily decor for a dining table and use it on the special events as well. This is why I want to share some really basic decorating options with you and write an article about them.

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I will share some decorative items and making sure that you can move things easily while still maintaining an element.

But, it would help if you thought about some basic decisions like the colors and theme and match with your dinnerware.

Tray and Wooden Accent Pieces

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Trays are going for any styling. You can gather all the different decorative pieces inside the tray.

When you are setting the table for your dinner party, you may have not enough space for a large dining table centerpiece.

 If you already use a tray on your dinner table, you can easily pick it up and place it on your coffee table or console table.

You can create a tray arrangement and use it for both the coffee table and dining table—one decorative arrangement for two spaces. Just be careful about the shape and sizes.

Putting the cutting board onto the table and then accessorizing it is a great way to decorate the dining table. It is easy to move and may work as a functional space when you need it.

Trio of Vases

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I will share an idea that it is very easy to move when you have guests around or set the dining table.

Add one large statement vase with dried pampas or fresh flower arrangement inside. Then add another two but more simple vases around your statement piece.

Using variations of the object height is always a good idea, and don’t forget to work with the colors around your dining room table decor.

If you have a rectangular dining table, you can easily split these three vases when preparing the table for dinner.

The statement piece is your dining room table centerpiece, so place it on the center and split the other two into both sides.

Ceramic Vessels

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Placing some ceramic vessels and using basic design principles will change the whole ambiance.

One of the basic design principles is to repeat the shape. So, as you can see, everything on the dining table is slightly round, and the colors perfectly match the room.

The materials are also repeated; everything is ceramic.

When you add a personal touch with adding some flowers, your centerpieces for the dining room table are ready.

Greenery Statement

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The floral statements are a great way to style your dining room table.

Especially if your style is more likely to be industrial or contemporary, greenery will warm-up space every time.

Adding natural elements to your decorations is a must. They made everything more noticeable and attractive.

You can combine one or more ideas in this article and add greenery to it. Or you can even add a plant with a beautiful pot as a centerpiece for a dining room table.

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When decorating your dining room table, I recommend using fake or dried plants if you want more long-term solutions.

These plants are looking way more simple and more structural. They will be an essential part of your dining table decoration.

After reading and seeing these inspirational dining room decorations, do you still think that the dining table is not needed any decor?

You should at least give it a chance, and I am confident that you can decorate a functional and aesthetically pleasing dining room table with these ideas. 

You can check out my Pinterest account for amazing decor ideas and interior design tips.

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