How to Choose the Right Art for Your Dining Room

Create a space that feels as inviting as it is inspiring

Your dining room is more than a place to eat — it’s where conversation flows, memories are made, and style comes to life. The right piece of art can elevate the mood, reflect your personality, and tie the whole room together.

Whether you're starting from scratch or updating a blank wall, here’s how to thoughtfully choose artwork that enhances your dining space.

Start With the Feeling You Want to Create

Do you want your dining room to feel:

• Calm and elegant?

• Bright and joyful?

• Rustic and grounded?

• Sophisticated and curated?

Let your desired mood guide your art style. For example:

• A minimalist room might benefit from a bold abstract or single large still life.

• A rustic or Mediterranean-style space pairs beautifully with fruit and food-themed prints in warm tones.

Vase of Clementines from £15 Violets Print House

Mediterranean Travel Print Set of 3 from £35 Violets Print House

Consider Your Colour Palette

Look at the colours already in your space — your wall shade, table, chairs, and textiles. Choose art that complements or gently contrasts your palette.

Warm neutrals and ochres? Try earthy still lifes or Mediterranean-inspired prints.

Soft greens and whites? Botanical illustrations can add calmness and depth.

Blush tones and pastels? Delicate florals or soft watercolours may work beautifully.

If you’re starting fresh, a single print can even inspire your room’s entire colour scheme.

Hand painted Oranges and lemons from £35 Violets Print House

Think About Size and Placement

• Over a table or sideboard? A large framed print or a trio of smaller ones creates balance.

• Smaller space or nook? Opt for a single portrait-style piece to create height and focus.

Make sure your artwork sits at eye level, especially if you’re often seated in the room. If hanging above furniture, aim for 6–12 inches above the surface.

Vase of Poppies Still Life Print from £15 Violets Print House

Choose a Theme That Resonates

Art should be personal. In the dining room, consider themes that feel welcoming or spark conversation.Some favourites include:

• Still life with fruit, ceramics or floral arrangements

• Travel-inspired pieces to reflect your taste and stories

• Vintage illustrations for a timeless, layered look

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At Violet’s Print House, our dining room favourites include:

• Rustic Fruit Prints — perfect for adding warmth and colour

• The Fruit Bowl Collection — a celebration of everyday beauty

• La Pomme (Apple Print) — simple, fresh, and versatile

Fruit Still Life Print Set from £35 Violets Print House

La Pomme Print from £15 Violets Print House

Fruit Still Life Print Set of 6 from £35 Violets Print House

Don’t Be Afraid to Mix Styles

Love a gallery wall? Mix vintage-style pieces with bolder modern ones. Vary your frame finishes (wood, brass, or black) while keeping the colour palette cohesive. The key is contrast with connection.

Selection of Art Prints from Violets Print House from £15

Make It Yours

Your dining room is an extension of your home and taste. Choose prints that feel like you. Whether that’s a whimsical pear, a moody bloom, or a golden lemon — let the artwork make the space feel inviting, layered, and full of life.

Bon Appetit and Mon Cheri Print from £15 Violets Print House

Ready to Style Your Space?

Explore our collection of still life and food-inspired prints — created to bring personality and charm to kitchens, dining rooms, and relaxed entertaining spaces.

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