The Property Masters designs dining rooms across Dubai that get the fundamentals right before the styling — how the space is zoned, how the table is sized to the room, and how the lighting sits over it. Whether you want a separate formal dining room or an open-plan zone flowing into the kitchen, we plan the layout, design bespoke sideboards and joinery, specify durable, family-friendly materials, and hang the statement light at the right height. Every project is priced as a fixed quote after a free site visit.
Formal room or open-plan zone — decide the layout first
Layout options
- Separate formal dining room common in Dubai villas; suits hosting, larger gatherings and a defined sense of occasion
- Open-plan dining zone flows into kitchen and living space; feels larger and more sociable; must be anchored so it doesn't feel like leftover space
How to anchor an open-plan zone: pendant or chandelier directly over the table; rug; ceiling detail; change in flooring. Keep tones and materials consistent with the adjoining kitchen and living areas so the whole space reads as one.
Sizing the table and seating to the room
Seats
Table size
4
~90×90 cm (square) or 120×75 cm (rectangle)
6
~150–180 cm long
8
~200–240 cm long
10
~260–300 cm long
Clearance rule: leave ~90–120 cm around the table so chairs pull out and people pass behind diners without squeezing. Round and oval tables ease circulation in tighter or open-plan rooms; long rectangular suits spacious villa dining and bigger gatherings.
Statement lighting over the table
- Hang height ~75–90 cm above the tabletop — intimate but sightlines clear
- Fixture width roughly half to two-thirds the width of the table — in proportion
- Always fit a dimmer and layer with wall sconces, recessed downlights or warm LED accents — room shifts from bright family meals to softer evening entertaining
- In open-plan homes the dining pendant also visually defines the zone
Bespoke sideboards, joinery and storage
- Bespoke sideboard or buffet serving surface and concealed storage for crockery, glassware and linens
- Display cabinets with integrated lighting for special pieces
- Built-in wine storage or drinks niche adds function for entertaining
- Fitted joinery matches finishes to the rest of the home and uses awkward wall space efficiently
- Where the dining zone opens onto the kitchen, coordinated with the modular kitchen so cabinetry, handles and worktops feel like one continuous scheme
Durable, family-friendly materials
- Marble tabletop signature luxury; stains; needs regular sealing
- Porcelain and sintered-stone tabletops similar look; far better stain and scratch resistance for family use
- Solid and veneered wood add warmth
- Upholstered chairs performance fabrics or leather — comfort + cleanability
- Walls wood slat panelling, textured finishes and large mirrors add depth; a mirror behind the table bounces light and exaggerates space — a long-standing Dubai favourite
- Flooring large-format porcelain or natural stone; a defined rug under an open-plan table anchors the zone and protects the floor
- Palette warm neutrals — ivory, beige, taupe and walnut; metallic or marble accents carry the drama
A dining room is often part of a wider interior fit-out — explore the full range on our interior design hub.
Book a free site visit on +971 50 928 5264 and we'll measure the space, recommend the right table size and lighting, and prepare a fixed quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big should my dining table be for the room?
Size the table to both the number of seats and the space around it. As a guide, a 4-seater is around 90×90 cm or 120×75 cm, a 6-seater 150–180 cm, an 8-seater 200–240 cm and a 10-seater 260–300 cm. The key comfort rule is clearance: leave roughly 90–120 cm around the table so chairs pull out and people can pass behind seated diners. In tighter or open-plan rooms, round and oval tables ease movement.
How high should a chandelier or pendant hang above a dining table?
Hang the fixture about 75–90 cm above the tabletop — low enough to feel intimate but high enough to keep sightlines clear across the table. It should be roughly half to two-thirds the width of the table so it looks in proportion. Always fit a dimmer, and layer in wall sconces or recessed lights so the room works for both bright family meals and softer evening entertaining.
What's the best material for a family dining table in Dubai?
Marble is the classic luxury choice but it stains and needs regular sealing, so it suits formal rooms more than busy family use. For everyday durability, porcelain or sintered-stone tabletops give a very similar marble look with far better stain and scratch resistance. Solid or veneered wood adds warmth, and upholstered chairs in performance fabrics or leather balance comfort with easy cleaning.
How do I design a dining area in an open-plan home?
Anchor the dining zone so it doesn't feel like leftover space. A pendant or chandelier directly over the table, a rug, a ceiling detail or a change in flooring all define the area, while keeping tones and materials consistent with the adjoining kitchen and living space ties the whole room together. Coordinating the dining joinery with the kitchen cabinetry makes the open-plan space read as one considered design.
Do you make bespoke sideboards and dining joinery?
Yes. We design and build bespoke sideboards, buffets, display cabinets and built-in wine or drinks storage as fitted joinery, matched to the finishes used elsewhere in your home. Fitted joinery uses awkward wall space far more efficiently than loose furniture and lets the dining room feel coordinated with the kitchen and living areas, especially in open-plan layouts.