The dining area is one of the most joyful, communal parts of the home – it’s where the family gathers for meals, guests are entertained, holiday trips are planned and so much more. That’s why it’s important to keep your dining space functional, warm and modern, whether you live in a tiny apartment or spacious landed abode.
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Check out these 15 stylish dining spaces in local homes, with tips to get that designer look in your own:
This warm and friendly dining area in this Northwood home looks bigger, thanks to the custom-built panelled mirror wall. A cluster of beautiful pendant lights completes the modern look.
This contemporary dining room in a Varsity Park condo unit exudes elegance, courtesy of accent lighting and sleek furniture pieces. A light, neutral colour palette creates a cosy, charming look.
A wood-panelled dining table with matching bench and complementary chairs adds rustic, country flair. Plus, the brick accent wall adds warmth!
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This condo’s dining room is all about modern sophistication: chic dining set, fabulous chandelier, and glossy surfaces all beautifully coming together.
An intricate, luxe chandelier can make all the difference, transforming the dining room into a wow-worthy space. A large mirror also visually expands the room, making it look much bigger than it really is.
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This dining room in Punggol gets the contemporary elegant treatment via the cove lighting, surrounding glossy surfaces, and plush furnishings.
Give your dining room a stately appeal by positioning it next to a handsome and well-decorated shelf. Perfect for showcasing trinkets and pieces that can act as conversation starters!
The warmth of wood stands out in this cosy dining room in a Swiss View condo.
Mismatched dining chairs exude their own charm, as shown in this apartment.
This home in Jalan Sendudok features an eat-in kitchen, which makes prepping, cooking, and entertaining easier.
In this home, the classic dining set increases the dramatic appeal of the dining room.
Need to keep the dining and living zones close together? Use this neat trick employed in a local condominium—position the dining table next to the recessed part of a custom-built shelf.
In this Bishan apartment, the dining table is right next to the kitchen island for a seamless look and a more efficient flow.
If you have limited space and can only accommodate the living and dining areas in square layout, opt for a banquette and pair it with a round table and two dining chairs. Check out this 3-room HDB at Costa Ris and see how cosy it looks.
Choose elegant and glossy or richly textured pieces that can instantly boost the style of your small dining area.
Design: Icon Interior Design, Source: Cromly
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Text: Samantha Echavez / Additional Reporting: Elizabeth Liew
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