T he era of open-concept brought an end to most formal dining room ideas. Without walls to set the tone, an inherent casualness took over the way we dined. But then there was Covid, where rooms ...

Depending on your household, the formal dining room might be a daily fixture or a space that only comes to life during holidays and special occasions. But what exactly defines a formal dining room ...

We asked designers for the best places to buy dining room furniture. Whether you’re looking for a new set of chairs or a complete redecoration, our list features options for all budgets and ...

If your house has a formal dining room, chances are you don’t use it much—or at all. Here’s how to convert that space it into something useful, such as an office, a game room, or a library ...

Playroom. If you have kids and don’t use your formal dining space, consider transforming the room into a playroom. By filling the room with a fun carpet, bookshelves and toys, it’s an easy and ...

If your home doesn’t have a dedicated dining space, that doesn’t mean you have to forgo all hosting duties. There are plenty of ways to carve out a formal dining room in homes with limited ...

Hobby room. If you’re an aspiring artist, another great option for a dining room transformation is a hobby or craft room. If you play music, you could add a piano or hang guitars on the wall.

Let’s be honest, the formal dining room isn’t getting the love it used to. Once the pride of a home, reserved for roast dinners, long lunches, and the “good” plates, it’s now more often ...