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Trends seem to come and go with each year that passes, and as 2021 is well under way there are some trends which have fallen out of favour, others are new to the interior design scene, and others have persisted from previous years. With most of us spending more time than ever before in our homes, interior design has suddenly become incredibly important and something that we are now paying more attention to.

Every year you will be able to find information on all the latest trends to hit our home interiors, and in this article we will be talking specifically about the hottest trends for dining rooms. Some might be surprising and fresh, while others are enduring favourites that are almost universally loved.

==Informal and non traditional dining rooms==
Following the events of 2020, the dining room has evolved to become something more special than it was before. The way we use this particular room has changed dramatically, especially with the rise of working and learning from home. Dining rooms were an often underused part of the home, but since they have started to play more of a role in our lifestyles at home they have become a more informal and versatile space for many families.

This year, the dining room is all about comfort, versatility, and practicality. It is no longer a seldom used room for family get-togethers. Now it is a home office, a place for the kids to do homework, a quiet reading room away from the rest of the family, or just somewhere to hang out with the family when you all want a change of scenery.

The style of your dining room is less important when you are working on creating a less formal and non traditional space. Focus instead on [https://www.notion.so/Styling-Ideas-for-the-Small-Family-Living-Room-b2cae7a940844fb995ab27fe43fd5eda creating a room] which is comfortable and practical for the whole family. Include some characterful accessories which show your family’s personality, and add cozy extras like plush rugs, sofas, and soft throw pillows.

==Round dining tables==
If you are in the market for a new dining table, you might want to consider choosing a round one rather than a square or rectangular one. A round [https://www.topfurniture.co.uk/oak-dining-furniture/oak-dining-tables.html oak dining table] eliminates harsh angles from your dining room, giving it a much softer and more welcoming look and feel. Round tables are also a great choice for family meals as there is no head of the table, and everyone will be able to see and speak to each other.

Round tables by their nature are less formal than ones with sharp right angles. They are also smaller and take up less floor space than square and rectangular tables, making them the ideal choice for smaller dining rooms. Oval tables also fit the bill and can offer a little more dining space if you have a large family.

==Modern and multifunctional dining rooms==
As we have already touched on in this article, the way we use our dining rooms has changed a lot recently. Gone are the days where your dining furniture would gather dust between weekend family meals, and we are now making more use of our dining spaces than ever before. It is not only dining which we have been doing more of at the family table. This space is also where families meet and catch up after a long day. Dining rooms are now less about the food and more about the social aspect of home life, so focus on creating a multipurpose space which is practical for things beside eating.

==Incorporate natural elements==
Many of us have missed spending time outdoors and socialising in the fresh air, and have instead turned to our gardens as a source of comfort. You can bring the outdoors in by incorporating natural elements into your interior design. For example, easy to care for houseplants are a fantastic source of greenery, and caring for them has been shown to have therapeutic benefits to our mental and physical wellbeing as well as being effective at relieving symptoms of stress and anxiety. Plants also clean and filter indoor air of toxins, which is particularly important when we are spending so much more time inside the home.

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