Style: Traditional, due to neoclassic chairs, an Oriental rug, even a William and Mary-style table that serves as a small sideboard.
Wall treatments: Especially when windows are left untreated, catch a few extra rays by painting the walls with a coat of glowing yellow paint.
Floors: The hardwood floor of this dining room provides substantial warmth, enhanced by the Oriental rug that underscores the dining table.
Color and pattern: Quiet colors and patterns in this eating area allow the diners themselves to take center stage.
Texture: Imperative to any subtle color scheme, a variety of textures provides visual interest Ð from the sleek hardwood floor to the soft area rug to the rough terra-cotta pots.
Lighting: Providing lighting in its purest form, an assortment of candlesticks centers on this drop-leaf table.