Open-Plan Living & Dining Design: A Soho-House Inspired Triple-Function Space with Green & Earthy Accents

Published 09 Nov 2026

Step inside this stunning open-plan transformation, where warm contemporary design meets mid-century modern influences for a refined, Soho House-inspired look. Designed to harmonize living, dining, and kitchen areas within a large open space, the scheme layers rich textures, soft lighting, and an earthy colour palette featuring taupe, olive, rust, and Studio Green. By introducing clever lighting hacks and incorporating client-owned staple furniture, the space achieves a polished yet relaxed feel that is as functional as it is inviting.

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Style: Soho House-Inspired Mid-Century Modern
Room: Open-Plan Living & Dining
Challenge: Zoning a large open-plan space without hardwiring

The brief

Create a cohesive, warm contemporary open-plan layout connecting the living area, dining space, and kitchen island
Integrate mid-century modern elements while maintaining a soft, textured Soho House aesthetic
Design layered ambient lighting without undertaking new hardwiring work
Incorporate existing key furniture, including the large right-hand Cuddle Muffin sofa in Wine Bottles
Refresh existing features, such as painting over stone log burner surrounds to remove cold grey tones

The result

We curated a rich, warm scheme around an earthy palette of taupes, olives, rust, black, and Farrow & Ball's Studio Green for the kitchen island. The living area centers around the client's existing sofa and footstool, complemented by an oversized washable rug, Soho House side tables, abstract artwork, and low-glare floor lamps. To overcome wiring restrictions, we introduced wall lights fitted with rechargeable, colour-changing bulbs to offer flexible mood lighting across the space. Across the open floor plan, dedicated zones were established for dining and entertaining. A mid-century dining setup is paired with soft curtains, sculptural table lamps, and a unique luggage-style drinks cabinet that doubles as a record player station. Cozy reading and snug nooks feature lightweight accent chairs and textural side tables, allowing seamless movement throughout the entire multi-functional room.

Key design features & colour palette

Earthy & Refined Palette
Anchored by Farrow & Ball Studio Green on the kitchen island, with warm taupes, deep olives, rich rust, and black accents.
No-Wire Rechargeable Lighting
Hardwired-look wall sconces and table lamps equipped with rechargeable, colour-changing bulbs to create ambient light without costly electrical work.
Multi-Functional Zoning
Distinct yet flowing zones for lounging, dining, kitchen island seating, and a music/snug nook with a luggage-style turntable cabinet.
Layered Textures & Materials
A mix of soft wave-header velvet curtains, textured lamp shades, marble accents, and washable rugs for easy upkeep.
Flexible Fireplace & Nook Seating
Repainted stone hearth paired with lightweight accent chairs and sheepskin-draped benches for easy movement.