I've been thinking a lot about the dining area of our new home lately. The pendant lights arrived yesterday which is very exciting, and I've found both the trestle legs and the table top that I want. The chairs will have to wait but our existing ones will work for now, with the help of some sheepskins to warm up the cool steel seats. What I'm really looking forward to however is the surrounding space. The open-plan layout that includes the kitchen and living, the white walls, black joinery of the windows and doors to the adjoining deck, and white ash wood flooring.
I really love dining spaces that bring in lots of light and greenery from the outdoors. Indoor greenery is wonderful too, and that's one of the key elements of these spaces I'm going to show you. Plants and fresh flowers really brighten up the room, adding texture and life. Regardless of style, be it vintage-industrial, rustic or modern, adding touches of green to bright white interiors is a simple formula that works every time.
I hope you've seen something here that inspires. I'm heading off to seek out some cosy sheepskins! See you back here tomorrow.
These spaces are amazing. I am finding it hard to choose my fave. pendant lights and sheep skins, a must! x
ReplyDeleteThanks Amy! I actually found a white (quite rare so I'm told) rabbit hide yesterday & I love it. Wish I could get more! Hope you're well hon x
DeleteSome crackin shots there. Totally dig our dining room, but the missing element is the greenery. Still a little cautious due to little fingers roaming around, but had a wee spy in the weekend for options, and man theres options!
ReplyDeleteI have spotted a few that I like which I have seen in blogs etc. Have you done a post on the world of funky greenery?
Laters
I know - me too! I've got my eye on a ficus bambina, love the fig leaf and cactii and obsessed with white pots! A post on indoor plants is definitely on the to-do list so stay tuned!!
DeleteTotally agree, some gorgeous photos here. I love that pendant in the 2nd pic. x
ReplyDeleteThanks Vic! x
DeleteAlso a massive fan of the pendant in pic number 2, and a few of the others are on my pin boards already! I've been focused on lighting this week...we're building our own home at the moment and there are just so many things to think about! Just been told about your blog and its an absolute gold mine, such a similar aesthetic to what we're going for.
ReplyDeleteThat's brilliant Katrina. So glad we crossed paths... I see you have a blog too. I can't wait to check it out - what an exciting journey!! x
DeleteDivine examples you've sourced once again Michelle! My favourite would have to be number 1 and number 7 but I would settle for any! That's exciting that you've got the table and pendants sorted! The build sounds gorgeous! M x
ReplyDeleteThanks Mel. Getting there, the table isn't a done deal yet. As a backup I think we'll paint the existing one white. Plenty of time! x
DeleteI love everyone of these rooms and I've aways been a fan of the tulip chairs. Great inspiration for fresh, bright dining rooms.
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Thanks for stopping by - glad you liked the post! x
DeleteI'm so craving for plants and flowers everywhere in a clean white living/dining room... Can't wait til I get a home... (living between too countries for months doesn't make it easy...)
ReplyDeleteCheck out my new outfit post :
http://hidinginheaven.blogspot.com/2013/05/the-one-with-wynwood-arts-disctrict.html
I can imagine! I hope you've been enjoying your travelling... I've been checking out your outfits - gorgeous!! x
DeleteWhere can i buy those industrial lights on image 1. What size is that lights? Looks fantastic! Thank you. I am in S.A.
ReplyDeleteI sounded so blunt in my comment yesterday. I have been walking with your image 1 for weeks now. I got the white chairs and the woodentable.my next step is the lights. I have found something similiar yesterday but are not sure which size you used and this can be the make or brake of the whole look.I would really appreciate it if you can help me with the details of the lights please? Once i have ordered it i have to wait a week for deliverance. I would like to send you a pic of my dining room. It will not look exscactly like Image 1. I had to mix it with decorations I already have but i am excited to finish it of and thank you for sharing your ideas. It help me tremendously. I also have a bench on the one side of the table for which I will have a cushion made. Cant wait to finish and move on the next room. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHi Heidi,
DeleteThanks for getting in touch. Unfortunately there is no reference as to where the lights are from. The home belongs to Swedish Interior Stylist Anna Truelsen. You can contact her directly via her blog My Lovely Things. Here is the link:
http://mylovelythings.blogspot.co.nz/
Good luck! I would love to see a picture of your dining room - it sounds as though it is coming together beautifully! You can send me a personal message at thedesignchaser@gmail.com
x Michelle
Thank you so much Michelle will contact her on the link. My diningroom table gets delivered today. Still need to frame some pics. I am on my way. Will sens a pic later! Have a blessed day!
ReplyDeleteWill keep you posted!
ReplyDeleteStill waiting for Anna to reply. Does she understand English?....did receive dining table yesterday!!Keep well!
ReplyDeleteThat's great Heidi. So glad you got in touch with Anna. Languages are easy to translate using Google, most bloggers know this. Good luck - I hope you hear from her soon x
DeleteHi Michelle, to my dissapointment I dont receive any reply from Anna. Think I have to move on. I have to order my lights. While looking for industrial lights on the internet i found so many different sizes. Maybe you can help me to choose the right size. I am not a interior decorater at all. My table is 2.5m by 1.1m. I thought a 400d light would make the right impression. What would you advice in your professional knowledege? I would appreciate your advice. Many thanks Heidi
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