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    Home » DIY Projects

    Cafe Style Dining Room Reveal

    Published: Apr 7, 2015 · Modified: Jul 2, 2021 by Simple Stylings · This post may contain affiliate links · 58 Comments

    One room down in 2015...only 300 2+ more to go!

    In case you you missed the plan and inspiration images you can start here. Some of this has changed because I had to work with a lot of what I already had but I love the way it turned out.

    Over the last few months I've been reading the book Bread and Wine by Shauna Niequist. It digs deep into the meaning of nourishing the ones we love and gathering together around a table to share, laugh, cry, support.

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    Cafe Style Dining Room Reveal

    From the beginning I wanted to open this space up and separate it from the kitchen as much as possible. I wanted it to feel comfortable, like you were sitting in the corner of a cafe or coffee shop having an intimate conversation with a close friend. Bright yet cozy.

    I knew I had to work with our existing chairs and this round table that I had purchased from the Habitat Store about a year ago. Also, after a lot of thought I decided I really loved the contrast of the chalkboard wall so I decided to keep it but not use it as a chalkboard.

    It turned out to be a great back drop for the large abstract art painting by yours truly! There will be a post coming on this soon!

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    Cafe Style Dining Room Reveal

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    We built the banquette bench seating and cushions and added the large white drum shade from Ikea.

    I hung the drum shade with this antique bronze light kit from Home Depot but it wasn't quite bright enough so it fell victim to my gold spray paint, as did the base of the thrifted table.

    We added pillows and vase from HomeGoods and the beautiful faux cowhide rug from Rugs Direct to finish off the space.

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    One of my favorite elements of the space is the Loloi Rug from Rugs Direct. This is myfirst time using a hide rug because I never thought they quite fit in with my style but I knew I wanted this space to have a bit of a modern edge and on trend style. This one is only a 3'10" x 5' and it fits our small space perfectly!

    I don't know that I would ever use a real hide, just a personal preference, so this one fit the bill perfectly. I love the colors (it's pretty impressive how real it looks) and it's super easy to vacuum which is very important to me as a mom to a 6-year-old boy!

    It completely ties it all together for me!

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    This dining space is only the beginning of the transformation our home will undergo based on the foundations of Bread and Wine. I hope you take a look at the book if you have a minute. It will truly change the way you think about food and the emotions behind feeding the people you love.

    I'm so glad to have this room behind me! If feels like the kick start to a great 2015 full of projects that will benefit our family in so many ways!

    Have a wonderful week friends and make sure to check back on Thursday for my Week 2 One Room Challenge update! You can read Week 1 here.

    Cheers!
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    Comments

    1. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles

      April 30, 2015 at 12:36 am

      Cutest little corner in all of blogland! Thanks for linking up to Best of the Nest, Summer!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        May 03, 2015 at 8:22 am

        Thanks so much Jennifer! xoxo

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    2. Whitney

      April 15, 2015 at 2:17 pm

      Love this! Such a cute and cozy little dining nook! The contrast of the chalkboard wall adds such a nice touch to the space.

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 22, 2015 at 12:04 am

        Thanks so much Whitney!!

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    3. Amanda

      April 15, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      Wow! This is absolutely gorgeous! I love the light fixture. Visiting from Work it Wednesday!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 22, 2015 at 12:07 am

        Thank you so much Amanda! Glad to 'meet' you :)

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    4. [email protected]

      April 15, 2015 at 4:11 am

      oooh. so so pretty Summer. the space definitely looks intimate and cozy and special. Love all the details. the hide, the art, the pillows. Everything is just beautiful and welcoming.

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 22, 2015 at 12:11 am

        Thanks so much Shavonda! You are too sweet!

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    5. [email protected]

      April 14, 2015 at 9:58 pm

      Love this room, Summer! Featuring you tomorrow at WIW! Hugs

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 21, 2015 at 11:54 pm

        Thanks so much Aniko!!

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    6. Lora

      April 13, 2015 at 11:36 pm

      I LOVE the art on that dark wall. The whole space looks great; but that is my favorite detail. I've enjoyed watching you pull this space together!

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    7. Rocio @ Casa Haus

      April 13, 2015 at 11:13 am

      Wow, this is so pretty!!!!! I love how the black wall makes your artwork pop!!!! This is a really lovely nook!!!!! Would you mind if I shared this with my readers on my blog (linking to you, of course!)?

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 13, 2015 at 11:52 pm

        Hi Rocio! Thanks SO much and yes of course! I really appreciate it!

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        • Rocio @ Casa Haus

          April 17, 2015 at 2:56 am

          Thanks, Summer! I just posted it on my blog. I hope you like it ;) Here's the link: http://www.casahaus.net/2015/04/comedor-pequenito-lleno-de-estilo/

          Happy Friday!

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          • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

            April 21, 2015 at 11:41 pm

            Thanks so much Rocio!

            Reply
    8. the cape on the corner

      April 09, 2015 at 11:40 am

      wow, i love this space. the built in is awesome, and your diy art on that dark wall is such a great pop of color. did you paint that table base gold? love that, too.
      enjoy!
      b

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:53 pm

        Thank you so much! I did spray paint the base gold :)

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    9. Bethany @ Dwellings By DeVore

      April 09, 2015 at 9:12 am

      This looks so good Summer! I love the cozy feel of a banquette! The gold base on the table looks so good too!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 9:15 am

        Thanks girl! I love a banquette too!

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    10. Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com

      April 08, 2015 at 5:06 pm

      So cozy and beautiful, Summer! Love the chairs especially! So glad you kept the chalkboard wall... your art looks beautiful against it! xo

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 9:04 am

        Thanks so much Kendra!

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    11. lisa @ Shine Your Light

      April 08, 2015 at 8:55 am

      Summer this room came out beautifully! I love the changes you made, especially the banquette, so cozy and inviting! And the drum shade, table, black wall with your gorgeous abstract art, all fantastic!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 9:04 am

        Thank you so much Lisa! I'm so happy you like it!

        Reply
    12. sarah wolfe

      April 08, 2015 at 12:20 am

      Summer it's so beautiful! I love your color choices and the new rug!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 08, 2015 at 12:21 am

        Aww, thanks so much Sarah! I'm so glad you like it!

        Reply
    13. Kris {Driven by Decor}

      April 08, 2015 at 12:00 am

      Summer, this looks so amazing! One of my favorite things in life is sitting down with my family at the end of the day to enjoy a meal together - this looks like the perfect spot for you to do just that with yours!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 08, 2015 at 12:03 am

        Thanks so much Kris! It's one of my favorite things too!

        Reply
    14. DrawnCo

      April 07, 2015 at 11:15 pm

      Love every single bit of it!! Such an inviting place, definitely makes me want to cozy up with a latte. Bravo!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:43 pm

        Thank you so much!!!

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    15. Kyla @HouseOfHipsters

      April 07, 2015 at 10:53 pm

      I love it! And that rug is a perfect fit!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:43 pm

        Thank you Kyla!!

        Reply
    16. Pam @ Simple Details

      April 07, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      Summer!!! I absolutely love everything you've done and you'd never guess it was on a budget! Wonderful job!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:44 pm

        Thank you so so much Pam! I really appreciate it!

        Reply
    17. Rachael

      April 07, 2015 at 5:43 pm

      This is such a beautiful eating space! Seriously so well done! The wall, the art, the pillows, aaaallll the gold! its perfect :)

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:44 pm

        Thanks so much Rachael!! xoxo

        Reply
    18. [email protected]

      April 07, 2015 at 12:51 pm

      So perfect! Love love love the accent wall.... seriously you KILLED it!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:42 pm

        Thank you so much Ashley!!! xoxo

        Reply
    19. Janet

      April 07, 2015 at 11:55 am

      What is your source for the woven chairs? I love your space and those chairs are just what I need!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:46 pm

        Hi Janet! The chairs are older and I bought them off craigslist but they are from Pier One. These are similar they just don't have the rounded back. http://www.pier1.com/Sonita-Deluxe-Dining-Chair/2778571,default,pd.html?cgid=dining-chairs#nav=top&start=1 Hope this helps :)

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        • Janet

          April 08, 2015 at 9:08 am

          Thank you!

          Reply
    20. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles

      April 07, 2015 at 11:51 am

      What a perfectly inviting corner! Love it, Summer, and your painting looks marvelous!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:52 pm

        Thanks so much Jennifer!

        Reply
    21. [email protected]

      April 07, 2015 at 11:27 am

      love love love how it all turned out!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 11:52 pm

        You're sweet, thank you so much Amy!

        Reply
    22. sarah sofia knepp

      April 07, 2015 at 9:47 am

      Loved you kitchen before, but loving your new neutral look! That rug is perfect for the space your art is fun on your chalkboard wall!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 9:58 am

        Thanks so much Sarah!

        Reply
    23. [email protected]

      April 07, 2015 at 9:39 am

      It's so pretty! Love the artwork Summer!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 9:58 am

        Thanks so much Julia!

        Reply
    24. Christine

      April 07, 2015 at 9:38 am

      So, so PRETTY! Love it!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 9:59 am

        Aww, thanks Christine!! You'll have to come over and hang out soon :)

        Reply
    25. Kristin @ Bliss at Home

      April 07, 2015 at 9:33 am

      It turned out so good Summer. I love the dark wall against the gold touches. Great job!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 9:59 am

        Thanks so much Kristin! I've got to sneak the black and gold in somewhere :)

        Reply
    26. Amber

      April 07, 2015 at 9:24 am

      It's beautiful, Summer! I will definitely have to read that book!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 9:31 am

        Thank you Amber! You will absolutely love the book and I actually thought about you when I was reading it!

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        • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

          April 07, 2015 at 9:32 am

          Aww, thanks so much Brenna!

          Reply
    27. [email protected]

      April 07, 2015 at 9:22 am

      Looks great Summer! Love that table!

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    28. cassie

      April 07, 2015 at 9:05 am

      summer, it's beautiful! i love the chairs and table and think they are perfect so i am glad you kept them. you know i love black walls. :) it's all just amazing!!!!

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      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 07, 2015 at 9:20 am

        Thank you so much Cassie! I am liking the black wall too!

        Reply

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