Fixer Upper's Best Dining Spaces

While Jo had imagined this massive hearth would rise straight to the ceiling, Chip insisted on tagging in as a "design assistant extraordinaire"—and adding "hips" for a bit of additional character.

By design, this mixed-use space is perfectly suited for entertaining and family gatherings. "Instead of everybody crowding in the kitchen," says Nancy, "we can all be together in one great room."

The statement piece in the dining area is the large-scale chandelier in rustic copper finish.

Grasscloth in a neutral shade replaces the old, ornate wallpaper and blends thematically with the linen slipcovers and wood dining table in natural finish.

Just inside the front entry, the core of the home’s open floor plan is this grand room with high vaulted ceilings and exposed beams in a space that combines living room, dining room and kitchen. “I wanted a high ceiling,” said Nancy, “and, boy, I got a high ceiling.”

Fixer Upper host Joanna Gaines chose a rich blue wall paint to offset the white trim and wainscoting and a brass statement light-fixture illuminating the dining table.

A rustic neutral dining room with a delightful black chandelier.

The Lee's remodeled home has a dining room with wainscoting and freshly painted walls.

A contemporary neutral living room with grasscloth wallpaper.

What had formerly been a dated and confining kitchen now feels airy, open and elegant. Integrating the bench seat with the island helped save space and creates an enhanced flow between the kitchen and dining area.

The large dining table in the fabulous fixer upper was custom created by furniture designer Clint Harp.

The Ignacio's remodeled dining room has new hardwood floors, french doors and a large dining room table.

This dining room now has the original exposed wood ceiling, hardwood floors and new light fixtures.

The formal dining room of the renovated barn home was designed to host people with it's 17 foot custom-made farm table and accented with custom wall art.

The dining room of the Meek home was designed to host people with it's 17-foot custom-made farm table and accented with custom wall art.

The renovated barn home's upstairs dining room features shiplap walls, baseboards and molding, as well as, recessed lighting and a chandelier. The decor is a mix of rustic details with a clean, contemporary finish.

To spruce up the dining room in this home, the once tiered floor was leveled out and new flooring was installed in the space. Joanna brought in a custom made table with seating for eight and added a new chandelier to play off the natural light from the windows. In the back of the space, a rustic buffet rests under three circular wall hanging planters, further updating the space.

The new dining area of the Dansby home is open and spacious. Some key elements are the wood floors, new chandelier, center pieces and dining table.

The informal dining room sits against a large bay window in the newly renovated Dansby home.

The dining room in the newly renovated Jones home was at the front of the home with the living room in its place, but a wall was removed between the living room and dining room creating an open concept. Some key elements are the restored fireplace, piano, dining table, and chandelier.

The formal dining room of the newly renovated Ferguson home was moved to the sunporch, the new fireplace and dining room table bring this room to life.

To give the family more space, Chip and Joanna removed the wall that separated the kitchen and dining rooms, creating an open floor plan for the homeowners. In the dining room, exposed beams and brick create a rustic design that is carried out through the dining room. An elegant farmhouse table with bench seating creates a rustic feel, while the unique chandelier focuses the eye to the table. Natural light from surrounding windows give the space plenty of light, which, with the help of the patterned rug, make the space feel bright and inviting.

The rustic table is accented by metal chairs and a modern centerpiece and lit by a modern chandelier, giving this dining room space a rustic, modern design that complements that of the adjacent kitchen. A gallery wall behind the table gives the space a focal point, while the striped rug beneath the table helps make this otherwise formal dining area a bit more casual.

The quaint and cozy dining room has brick paver floor and a modestly sized table-for-four, custom built by furniture artisan Clint Harp.

The open design creates a spacious feel for this connected kitchen and dining room. White walls create a bright look and the black kitchen island and cabinetry add a bold contrast to the light. Dining chairs dressed in neutral slip covers surround a wood table over a patterned rug adding a touch of orange color.

The refurbished dining room has hardwood floors and opens onto a newly reconfigured kitchen. An original brick chimney chase was exposed and was retained as an architectural feature.

This dining room area features white wood plank walls and an iron chandelier that compliments the beach theme that runs throughout the home.

This breakfast nook has been completely features grey and white tones and a new rustic wooden chandelier that helps to compliment the beach theme that runs throughout the renovated home.

The dining room of the Eggers home was brought to life with a ship lap ceiling, fresh paint, and a unique chandelier.

An archway leads into this bright, country dining room as seen on HGTV Fixer Upper. Shiplap adorns the walls and the sliding doors of large buffet and hutch. A large, white wooden table is perfect for entertaining. Black chairs compliment the hutch door track as well as the lantern-style chandelier.

A wall was removed to bring more space and light into newly merged dining room and living space. Antique furnishings and wooden corbels bring both a refined look and a visual tie with the interiors at the B&B next door.

Hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines transformed the dining room at the Batson's. They expanded the entryway to the kitchen by cutting a wide archway, which makes both the kitchen and the dining room feel larger and more open. They painted the walls a neutral gray and uncovered the shiplap at the bottom to create the look of wainscoting. Wooden box awnings add interest to the windows, and a modern, industrial chandelier illuminates the dining table.

The kitchen and dining room are located on the upper level and offer outstanding views with enlarged windows and French doors.

The dining room features a table custom made by Clint Harp. The table's design features a black metal base that ties in with the new metal railing and combines the modern look of steel with the warmth and earthiness of wood.

A peek inside one of the many beautfiul dining spaces ever created on Fixer Upper.

As seen on Fixer Upper, the breakfast nook helps to create an open environment throughout the Reed's newly remodeled home.

Ornate white chandeliers hang over a custom farm table in the Reed's newly remodeled dining room.

Painting the brick wall white smooths out the room and creates a spacious feel. Low cabinets are used for wine storage while modern wood floating shelves provide open dish storage. A rustic chandelier illuminates a large dining table and chairs with nailhead finish, perfect for entertaining.

The Jonklaas’ new dining room has a fresh start, with new hardwood floors replacing the old blue carpet. The walls were painted light grayish-blue, a subtle wooden window trim was added, and a new chandelier illuminates the dining table, set beautifully with flowers and candles.