Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Which would you choose?

Good morning lovlies! Hope everyone enjoyed the interview with charming Debbie from Inspired Design yesterday and as a few people noted, isn't it funny how so many of my "interviewees" loved The Notebook (yours truly included)? So in honor of that interesting tidbit,  I plan on watching it again tonight. And yes, I just know it will be officially  as good the 8th time as it was the first! Also did you read my "fall favorites" post over at the wonderful Chic Coastal Living blog yesterday? Click here to see.  And finally, do not be left out of a chance to win the wonderful Safavieh table giveaway...all the juicy details at end of this post!

Its that time again....and this weeks post is coming off the heels of everyone last week having selected their dream kitchen  to do prep work in for that wonderful no stress dinner party you are hosting. Well, fast forward to the evening and you have slaved over all of your tapas delights (a glass of wine as company has made all the prep work quite fun)  and alas the sun is setting, the candles throughout the house are getting lit,the wine is aerating, and you just cranked up the boss nova to set the tone for the elegant and fun evening that lies ahead. Now its time to select that dining room where you will be wining and dining your lucky guests for the night! So you know the drill, feast your eyes on these stunning dining rooms, something for everyone and tell me which would you choose as your dining room for the evening? Can't wait to see which are the top contenders!

                                                            CHOICE 1

CHOICE 2

CHOICE 3

CHOICE 4

                                                                 CHOICE 5

CHOICE 6

CHOICE 7

CHOICE 8

CHOICE 9

CHOICE 10

CHOICE 11

CHOICE 12

CHOICE 13


CHOICE 14

CHOICE 15

CHOICE 16



So......which is it? If you had to choose just one? I know its very difficult, I kept scrolling up and down, narrowing it down from six (its a start) to three, having a hard time to say just one but promise I will reveal my top fave (or two)  when I reveal the results in a few days. So spill the beans and tell me what is is about the dining room you have chosen that you love! Wishing you all a wonderful day!

GIVEAWAY LOW DOWN......



Now onto a fabulous giveaway, Safavieh has once again generously donated this amazingly elegant "telephone" or end table... talk about versatile! This could go anywhere, and is such a great looking little piece. It is very simple to be eligible to win. (You get your choice in color)






TO ENTER:
1. Visit Safavieh at www.safaviehhome.com
2. Choose a favorite item, then go to their Facebook page and tell them what you love and be sure you mention you are from The Enchanted Home.
3. Click here to go to Facebook or while on their website,on the home page there is an "F" (Facebook symbol)  to take you there.
4. You will not be eligible unless you have left a message on Facebook.
5. I will announce the lucky winner on Friday!Photobucket
at

126 comments:

  1. Tiffany RiedelOctober 25, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    choice 3! Love that elegant dining room!

    ReplyDelete
  2. LisaOctober 25, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Choice 6 for me, it is perfectly elegant and cozy.
    Love this series!!

    ReplyDelete
  3. DianeOctober 25, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Tough choices loved them all, but I would have to say that #11 is my fav, spoke timeless elegance and class. Diane

    ReplyDelete
  4. Linda {Calling it Home}October 25, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    You are right, so hard...but my winner is 5, all the layers, the silver leafed ceiling, painted furniture, upholstered vintage, and rustic table...is this the giveaway? ;-)

    ReplyDelete
  5. Luciane at HomeBunch.comOctober 25, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Wow! Amazing ones! I have to choose #2. I love beautiful and formal dining room, but to feel cozy I prefer the small and charming ones, just like #2.

    I hope you're having a wonderful day!!!

    xo


    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

    ReplyDelete
  6. Interior Design MusingsOctober 25, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Hands down this time for me, Choice 8. Love it!! M.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Donna Reyne'October 25, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I absolutely love choice 8! I have been leaning very strongly towards large round skirted tables lately! We have started looking for one that will go in our own new dining room!
    So much fun Tina!
    Have a wonderful day!
    Donna

    ReplyDelete
  8. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    NO CONTEST FOR ME AT ALL...CHOICE 9 ALL THE WAY, TEH VIEWS, THE LIGHTING IT IS A DREAM!

    ReplyDelete
  9. UnknownOctober 25, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    It's between #11, Fern Santini's work,(love the ambience and that ceiling!) and #15 (love the white table and all the white). What a fun post!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassOctober 25, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    1, 8 and 9 are my favorites, but the winner is 9! Too much to choose from. They are all beautiful.
    Have a wonderful day, Tina.
    Teresa
    xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  11. Cindy AlbertOctober 25, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Tina, this is really hard. I like 6, 9, 12...oh what the heck, I liked something about each one of them. I loved the view from #12 so I think that is my favorite.

    All such beautiful pictures! Have a wonderful day.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Wendi @ Classic Chic HomeOctober 25, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Beautiful selection of dining rooms, Tina! My choice is definitely #8 - it's absolute perfection!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Anne-Marie @ 10 RoomsOctober 25, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    oh my, number nine - how can you even compete with that architecture? The decor is almost an afterthought.. this is a great series, Tina - x

    ReplyDelete
  14. Calypso In The CountryOctober 25, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    I scrolled back and forth for awhile because they are all just stunning! I would love to have a breakfast or brunch in #2 because it has such a beachy, casual feel but my choice to have dinner would be #9! I love the rustic elegance of that dining room, the view is amazing and I love the lantern. I could picture myself staying in that room all day! So yes, #9 it is for me! This was fun!
    -Shelley

    ReplyDelete
  15. sazzaOctober 25, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    No. 9 for me exquisite views, relaxed, cosy and imitate what more could you ask for

    ReplyDelete
  16. Cindy AlbertOctober 25, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    OOPS, I meant #9.

    ReplyDelete
  17. rachel @ Just a Touch of GrayOctober 25, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Finally I can choose just one of your options and be 100% satisfied with my choice. #8 all the way! Loooove.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Barbara@HausDesignOctober 25, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    You make this WAY too hard! I loved the first one because of the antiqued glass which I love as you know and I believe you do too... but I'm going to go with #10 because it's so unique! Probably not for everyone so i assume I'll be in the minority but I'm ok with that. :)

    ReplyDelete
  19. Amy ChalmersOctober 25, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Well I would pick #8 if I had to choose...but could we add that incredible view from the open air dining room to the window?

    ReplyDelete
  20. PatriciaOctober 25, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    So hard to pick one ! #14 is beautiful - obviously I love the outdoors....!

    ReplyDelete
  21. Allie and PattieOctober 25, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    14, 3, 9, and 16- my large family could make beautiful memories in any of them. Gorgeous!

    ReplyDelete
  22. christyOctober 25, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Choice 6 please. That is the prettiest dining room I have ever seen, what a cozy room. The fireplace and soft lighting, gorgeous colors make it a room I could happily see spending hours and hours in wining and dining.
    Love it!

    ReplyDelete
  23. sharon santoni at my french country homeOctober 25, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    This is a fun idea you had Tina, I'd choose either 2 or 10, but actually would have liked something more relaxed! I'll just have to ruffle things up a bit!

    ReplyDelete
  24. jsidesOctober 25, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    #14 Love dining outside!

    ReplyDelete
  25. ElaineOctober 25, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    #8 has all the right mix - round table, beautiful windows in the background, neutrals with awesome green accents (green is my favorite color). So I will go with #8; however, #9 comes in second because the open doors and view are spectacular!

    ReplyDelete
  26. ~~Melissa~~October 25, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I LOVE #14! The beautiful, inviting fireplace, the lighting, the wonderful wood, and not to mention, the gorgeous picture window view all make this dining room the one I would definitely choose!

    ReplyDelete
  27. EvaOctober 25, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Number 9 is my choice. The simple lines of the room are clean yet warm. The stone against the backdrop of the outdoor scenery brings strength and warmth to the room. It is the perfect mixture of contemporary with a traditional flair. And the views are absolutely superb! It would never grow tiresome to take meals in this room over decades.

    ReplyDelete
  28. Maison BlancheOctober 25, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Love them all, but would choose #8. You make it difficult to make a choice :)

    ReplyDelete
  29. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEOctober 25, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Oh it was a hard choice but if I had to choose only I, I'd go with #7! :) xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  30. Alison @ The PolohouseOctober 25, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Hi Tina!
    Of course you know I love #16... plaid and equestrian art... my favorites.
    I would love to be a guest in dining room number 3! Traditional and elegant. I like a room that is not too large bc then you lose the cozy intimate feeling that makes entertaining special.
    That room with the folding wall of doors was very tempting and I do love the distant trickling of a fountain or water feature off in the distance. Such great pics!

    xx
    Alison

    ReplyDelete
  31. 3 PeanutsOctober 25, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I like 2,3 and 10! I would choose 2 though because I prefer smaller dinner parties so that everyone at the table can converse and laugh instead of being stuck just talking tot he person next to you. And room 2 provides that ambiance, layout. The table is smaller and it looks cozy.

    ReplyDelete
  32. The Permanent TouristOctober 25, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    6 or 8 (if it has a fireplace) Love the warmth of 6, but the neutral, peaceful feeling of 8 with the fabulous windows would do as well!

    ReplyDelete
  33. lizziefitzOctober 25, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    # 9 or # 11 . Fun post:) I even surprised myself .

    ReplyDelete
  34. LaurieOctober 25, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Oh 1, 5 & 10 - YUM!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Just Spiff ItOctober 25, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Love # 1!!! Isn't the lighting in # 10 wonderful!
    Thanks for another great post!!

    ReplyDelete
  36. KarlitaOctober 25, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    wow! choice 13 got me at first sight!

    ReplyDelete
  37. BonnieOctober 25, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    #16 without a doubt. I am a RL~aholic. The King of Design rules in my house! :)

    ReplyDelete
  38. I Dream OfOctober 25, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Well, I think I would have to choose 9 and 14 for the views alone! But my eye does go to the slip-covered chairs in 10 (we have white slips on our dining room chairs) and then 11 is downright stunning. Clearly I can't pick just one!
    Have a beautiful Tuesday!

    ReplyDelete
  39. HAMPTON HOSTESSOctober 25, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    I wanted to say choice six but I really do love 14 too! So unusual-modern yet traditional with those gorgeous Chippendale chairs.

    ReplyDelete
  40. FionaOctober 25, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Honestly I'm not totally in love with any of them. (They are stunning settings, but I'd change something in every one!) I like 9 (but hate the chairs) and 10 (but hate those plate-things up top). 13 is probably most my style in terms of decor, but lacks the great windows of a of the others.

    ReplyDelete
  41. Terri MOctober 25, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    This post was the hardest one for me so far. I really went back and forth. Like someone else said I LOVE #2 because of it's casual beachy feel, but for a DINNER, I would probably go with number 8. It's a winner.
    I love these posts, so much fun.

    ReplyDelete
  42. Sarah HolbrookOctober 25, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Choice 3 for sure!

    ReplyDelete
  43. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Some of the views are awesome but this time I strictly voted on the room itself. I think number 6 would have to be my favorite because of the outdoor access and the fireplace. Love the drapes too. I had a hard time giving up #3, it is so pretty. I love the simplicity and the ceiling work in #11. Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  44. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Love something about each one but I will pick #8 as perfection along with the landscapes of 9 and 14. This is fun

    ReplyDelete
  45. MelissaOctober 25, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Hands down #1, I am crushing over mirrored walls these days and absolutely LOVE them in dining rooms!

    ReplyDelete
  46. Acquired ObjectsOctober 25, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    This seems to be a popular post series probably because we get to participate and it's beautiful. Ok for inside dining #8 wins for me, for outside dining it's #9...fun!

    ReplyDelete
  47. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    #9 is stunning!

    ReplyDelete
  48. SaraOctober 25, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Based upon the fun scenario you have laid out for us (love your imagination) I vote for a dead tie between 6 and 9. Both rooms I could see serving beautiful food and wine in and love the lighting and ambiance.

    ReplyDelete
  49. UnknownOctober 25, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Tina,

    Love them all, so to narrow down my favorites: 6,8,9,11,12,14, and 16...lol that's a designer's position, open mind, many possibilities and lots to enjoy about these rooms. With an evening set up like the one above it's all good.

    Bette

    ReplyDelete
  50. Donna in PotomacOctober 25, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Bossa Nova? My first priority is a dance floor! With that many couples we'll need a large space. After narrowing it down to three, I've chosen # 9. I'll have some Stan Getz/Gilberto music playing softly in the background and we'll drift through the large glass doors onto the patio dance floor lit by a full moon. This house could easily be nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees - Perfect!

    ReplyDelete
  51. annie@mostlovelythingsOctober 25, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Well these are all absolutely stunning...I think I would have to say #9...I am so intrigued by what's outside those doors.

    ReplyDelete
  52. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    CHOICE 16 ALL THE WAY......AMAZING ROOM!

    ReplyDelete
  53. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Hi Tina,
    Nine, nine , nine! That dinning room is fantasic!

    ReplyDelete
  54. KarenOctober 25, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Hi Tina,
    This one was a little easier...Room 9 would be my first choice with 12 and 16 a second and third.
    Karen

    ReplyDelete
  55. travelkateOctober 25, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    So hard to choose. I would pick #9, a view gets me everytime!!

    ReplyDelete
  56. Patty McAnallyOctober 25, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    #9...I actually have this dining room torn out of the magazine and placed in my future house file :-)

    ReplyDelete
  57. Karen October 25, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Definitely #9, love, love, love it!

    ReplyDelete
  58. Quinn DasheOctober 25, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Number 9! My husband and I both agree.

    ReplyDelete
  59. highheeledlifeOctober 25, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    All so lovely 2, 3, 9 and number 11 had me!! Great photos and inspirations...xo HHL

    ReplyDelete
  60. jessbOctober 25, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    number 3 definitely!! I love the wallpaper! the whole room exudes elegance.

    ReplyDelete
  61. VictoriaOctober 25, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Room 14 with a view like that I could sit transfixed for hours and hours.

    Tina, beautiful selection and truly I love something about each and every one, but this one just speaks to me. I LOVE your blog, its just incredible. First time commenting, this is a lot of fun to participate in.

    Thank you!

    ReplyDelete
  62. UnknownOctober 25, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    3, 8 and 10 all invited me in!!! 3 isn't even in my typical color palette, but I just loved it!!!!

    And, would you believe I've never seen the Notebook....when I can catch a quiet evening at home, I am going to curl up and watch it!!!
    xoxo Elizabeth

    ReplyDelete
  63. CarolOctober 25, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Wow, these are some great choices! I am thrilled to see so many with round tables--I need to find one! Can you provide websites where you found these particular round tables, especially 1,4,5 and 6? Thanks for such an informative blog... I'm about a year behind you in the process of building our dream house and I'm getting lots of inspiration from you.

    ReplyDelete
  64. VictoriaOctober 25, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Tina,
    Another fun challenge.

    Some of the dining rooms have incredible views (9 &14), but when I thought about entertaining -- with the exception of a traditional Italian Sunday supper --I would use this room at night when the view would be non-existent. Sooo, I like #1 for the glamorous antiqued-mirror wall, tall doors and fabulous furniture, #6 for its generous size, fireplace, iron work and arched doors -- but I would remove the curtains from the doors.

    But, if forced to choose, I would have to pick #8 for its window seat, great French-style chandelier, large table with comfy chairs and generous sized built-ins. I am a dish-a-holic and could really fill them up. This room is so warm and welcoming and is, at the same time, glamorous.
    Best...Victoria

    ReplyDelete
  65. molly in manhattan, mom in mississippiOctober 25, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    8 and 11...gorgeous!

    ReplyDelete
  66. FROM THE RIGHT BANKOctober 25, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    I'm kind of surprised but #13 is my favorite out of this group. I'm not sure why but dining rooms stump me .....

    ReplyDelete
  67. SharronOctober 25, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    # 3 for me! Love the beautiful wallpaper.

    ReplyDelete
  68. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Difficult decision, but Number 3 has the greatest number of my favorite elements, so I'll have to go with that one.

    ReplyDelete
  69. ValerieOctober 25, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    For this dinner party I'd pick 6 although 3 is just so pretty...would pick 3 for a less casual dinner party in the future. To make it easier on myself, I didn't take some of the amazing views into consideration.:)

    ReplyDelete
  70. CherylOctober 25, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Wow ... what a hard decision! I'm going with Number 6, though ... just gorgeous!

    ReplyDelete
  71. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Although I love a room with a view ... I was loving #8 today.

    ReplyDelete
  72. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Tina!Tina! Tina! You have outdone yourself today. I don't usually find many dining rooms I am passionate about, but you have selected dining rooms "beyond wonderful". Lovin #16,#12,#8 & #2. Guess i only get one vote, so I select #12 because it offers exotic, romantic with the connection to outside, and the colors would so enhance dining! ~ Redema

    ReplyDelete
  73. The Buzz BlogOctober 25, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Choice 8 is a dining room I tore out of Veranda magazine and have loved for a long time but Choice 13 would come in a close second place. I think round tables are so conducive for conversation... don't you?
    xxoo
    C

    ReplyDelete
  74. red tickingOctober 25, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    i think 6 might just do... (he he) there is something so wonderfully intimate about a round table in front of the fireside..
    the complete ambience for an evening meal with family or friends...

    and i am with you on the coffee circuit ... i saw your comment on jeanne's blog today and laughed... rain, sleet, snow, or 100 degrees i just love my coffee! i would move mountains to have it... xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  75. KathysueOctober 25, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    This was so easy for me, usually I have two choices but today it is definitely #2,fresh, clean full of light and airy!! comfortable with touches of old and new, perfection,
    Kathysue

    ReplyDelete
  76. ldcOctober 25, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    #14 -- if only for the view itself. Beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  77. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Choice #14, nice view, good quality of furniture, comfortable chair. Sanbrosnan@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  78. CarolOctober 25, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Another hard choice. I am especially drawn to #16 and #4 (would love to see the rest of that house!), but if I have to choose, I'd take #16. I'm an english country girl at heart!

    ReplyDelete
  79. AnneHHOctober 25, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I am going to say #8, hands down. This one wasn't nearly as hard for me to choose as the last ones you have challenged us with. I also liked #11.

    ReplyDelete
  80. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    SOme would be oerfect to extend the flavor of your evening, BUT we get to keep the room after the party, right? So I have to eliminate 9 & 15 because as lovely as they are, it just feels too much like a hotel or country resort. #2 would be nice with the kitchen I chose from your last "test"! and #16 would be perfection at Christmas or any of the autumn holidays and through WInter. But I will go with the classic and traditional #3, because dining rooms can be very expensive rooms to furnish well and you may only get one chance to have the best - and that room looks like the BEST!

    ReplyDelete
  81. The Preppy PrincessOctober 25, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Wow, this one is proving unusually difficult, that's odd, I am generally able to pick a favorite as soon as I lay eyes on the photo! That isn't the case today, I have been going back and forth. Much as I love the view in #14, I will go with #2 for the cozy yet elegant style.

    BTW, your post at Chic Coastal Living was wonderful. I adored the outfit you put together, not to mention all those seasonal photos, the candle, it was just a delight.

    Sending you a smile,
    tp

    ReplyDelete
  82. Susie @ Maddie's NestOctober 25, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    For me....#2 is an easy choice. Love these post!

    ReplyDelete
  83. KDOctober 25, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    For me the decision came easy, #9... no contest!

    ReplyDelete
  84. lindaOctober 25, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    I would choose #16-no contest foe me-very ralphy...

    ReplyDelete
  85. lindaOctober 25, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I mean no contest FOR me-#16 sorry for the above type-o

    ReplyDelete
  86. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    I am totally choosing dining room #8.... LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  87. CarolOctober 25, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    l fell in love with # 8. the colour scheme and table setting are gorgeous.

    ReplyDelete
  88. Willow DecorOctober 25, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    I guess Iove #2 - but 12 pulls at my heartstrings too!
    xox Gina

    ReplyDelete
  89. AnonymousOctober 25, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Totally 16!!!! I feel like Ralph Lauren might join me :)

    ReplyDelete
  90. Beautifully Seaside // Formerly Chic Coastal Living October 25, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    It would have to be choice #9!!! Love that room with the view overlooking the hills, valleys, mountains! Just beautiful! Looking forward to seeing how you dress up your dining area...thank you for the mention again today! You are the best! xo!

    ReplyDelete
  91. A room with a viewOctober 25, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    9 and 14 would be my favorites because of the setting. I love the feeling of bringing the outdoors in and those views. Also, if you have music playing you need room for people to get up and dance as does happen with us a lot so those would be my choices.

    ReplyDelete
  92. Tatiana DoriaOctober 26, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    It´s really hard to choose only one, I narrowed the choice to 3. My picks are 2,5 and 9
    But really, all of them have something special. Great choices.
    Thanks for sharing.
    I love your blog, I´ve tried several times to become a follower but I can´t! (Maybe you tell me how to do it) I visit you very often though.

    ReplyDelete
  93. Karen T.October 26, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    In order of preference, #16 (I've always loved Ralph Lauren's dining room) and then, #9!

    ReplyDelete
  94. Tatiana DoriaOctober 26, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    I already did that in my blogger, but I also wanted to do it on your page so you could see one more follower, but I still can´t.
    My posts are also written in english (except the title), so besides viewing the picutes you can also get the scoop.

    ReplyDelete
  95. Castles Crowns and CottagesOctober 26, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Good morning dear one!

    Well, that pic with the hearth in the dining room is my choice!

    Off to work now, but I would rather stay here with you all...Anita

    ReplyDelete
  96. Allyson K DesignsOctober 26, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Number 1 or 16 -- both are "evening" rooms that envelope you. The first with its mirrored tile wall; the second with its dark walls and gallery art. Love the fireplace in number 6, but would decorate differently.

    ReplyDelete
  97. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Such beautiful rooms! It was a hard decision but ultimately 16 won me over hands down.

    ReplyDelete
  98. JunellOctober 26, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    #7- Love all the round tables ~ the only way to entertain! Just redid my DR with a round table to make entertaining more inviting! I love the cane pattern wallpaper & the fireplace is wonderful!

    ReplyDelete
  99. Jennifer @ Belclaire House October 26, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Eek! I'm finally getting a moment to comment. Soo many lovelies! The formal dining room seems to be disappearing in homes. I'll admit that I don't use mine as often as I'd like, but maybe I will more when I grown up ;) I pick choice number 3 hands down!

    ReplyDelete
  100. BebettOctober 26, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    If I had to choose without regard to the view of the outside, it will be 3, 8 and 12 for me. I like traditional style! I enjoy your "Which Would You Choose" series a lot. More please ...

    ReplyDelete
  101. EileenOctober 26, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Hi what a fun post! It was very hard to narrow it to just one so how about two? My choices are 16 and 3, one for summer and spring and the other for all and winter. Both so elegant, would have dinner parties every weekend if those were my dining rooms!!

    ReplyDelete
  102. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I'd choose 9 or 14. I love a dining room with a beautiful view. I especially love how the doors for 9 open up. It feels like you're dining al fresco.

    ReplyDelete
  103. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    No contest - number 8!
    Now I'm going to look through to see who my fellow diners will be at table 8.

    ReplyDelete
  104. mjOctober 26, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Choice 3 without a doubt. That room is so me.
    Also choice 2, but my winner is 3.

    ReplyDelete
  105. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    sorry, all of this seems so petty after reading about Luke from his father..very sad..keep your faith in the Lord Mike! not everyone lives a perfect fairy tale life! maybe if we all focused on helping the inoocents of the world such as abvused children & animals and were vocal more about it, we all would live in a better world. I'm so tired of hearing one sad story after another, what is wrong with such evil people?
    sorry to had to say that!
    #3 is my choice because Ijust did my dining room is these colors.

    ReplyDelete
  106. SandyOctober 26, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Oh my goodness....8 or 11, 8 or 11, 8 or 11 uhhhh 11! No wait..8?!?! Yeah, 8.

    ReplyDelete
  107. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    #2....If it's blue, it gets my vote!

    ReplyDelete
  108. jpOctober 26, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    I would have to say #14 and close following #9.

    ReplyDelete
  109. Youaretalkingtoomuch.comOctober 26, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    #9! But I love dining outside! So warm! Might be cold in the "cold" though..... Fun giveaway! Left a comment and also "featured" you today! Love, Me www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com
    A new email subscriber!

    ReplyDelete
  110. red tickingOctober 26, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    dear tina...
    i am so tardy with my thank you for kindly passing the award on... you are so thoughtful... and i sure hope you can come to seattle one day or we meet in the middle somewhere... you truly are a talented, funny and wonderful new friend...we have alot in common... scary! xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  111. MaggieOctober 26, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Choice 1 for my city house and choice 15 for my beach house, not too picky am I?

    ReplyDelete
  112. The French TangerineOctober 26, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Jeez Tina! 113 comments?! You are on fire over here! I can't relate to that many comments at all! I think 25 is my all time high! (And I appreciate your devoted comments so much!!)
    Okay, this one is so easy for me... Choice 8 is a photo I pulled out and saved for years!!! I love everything about it!!
    XOXO
    Jan

    ReplyDelete
  113. The French HutchOctober 26, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Oh no, I hope I'm not to late Tina. I am all over #9, love it. The views are awesome, I love the simple elegant room. Candles, wine, family and friends.

    ReplyDelete
  114. Buttonchief7October 26, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Number 2 is just too cozy and all that's needed for fine dining.

    ReplyDelete
  115. Ispirato DesignOctober 26, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Too easy- number 11- but what does my terrace look like? These posts are great for dreamers like me!

    ReplyDelete
  116. Georgica PondOctober 26, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    2, 9 or 10, absolutely love them, great post and inspirations.

    ReplyDelete
  117. Cynthia LudlowOctober 27, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    I like them all but it's #11 hands down. Love it!

    ReplyDelete
  118. MollyOctober 27, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    No contest. #9 was an easy choice for me! Warm and earthy with those fantastic windows and stunning views. It made my heart skip a beat!

    ReplyDelete
  119. Marilyn *Pink Martinis and Pearls*October 27, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Would it be too diva of me to ask if I could change rooms according to whim, season and menu? I knew you'd understand. :) Where do you find all these yummy images?

    ReplyDelete
  120. a perfect grayOctober 27, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    I love this series - and seeing how my choices stack up with everyone else's....

    ReplyDelete
  121. MelOctober 27, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Choice 4 set my heart thumping but that was because I was mentally decorating it for Christmas. As an actual dining room, bearing in mind that I'd have to eat in it for the rest of the year too, I think it would be a bit too grand and overbearing for me.

    Choice 13 would be my preference, I think. I'd feel comfortable in there, not feeling like the house was looking down at me for looking like your average scruff in jeans and trainers.

    But you know, when it comes to my dream house, I'd never really thought of the dining room. I've thought of my kitchen, the living room, the bathroom and my bedroom but never the dining room. In my more fanciful moments, I've even thought about a library and an entrance hall but those ideas are probably best confined to the "Don't be stupid" section of my brain. The house valuation on anything with just the basic rooms is well beyond me right now, let alone anything with non-basic rooms.

    ReplyDelete
  122. Janey and Co.October 28, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    I love the warmth of #16...Janey

    ReplyDelete
  123. MerrydollOctober 30, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Couldn't choose just one.... #6, #8, #10, and #11... All are so beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  124. LaurenNovember 8, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    #3 is beautiful, love #16 also!

    ReplyDelete
  125. Solar power for homesNovember 13, 2011 at 2:09 AM

    Love, love, love your blog and thank for sharing these snaps . . .

    ReplyDelete
  126. ShayariNovember 17, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I really love your snaps!!

    ReplyDelete

Would love to hear what you have to say......happy thoughts only please!!