Not keeping host chair. Thinking of RH ELLA chair.

Are you replacing the rug or just removing it? Can we see the other walls? I wouldn't add anything above the cabinets. To my eye, it looks a bit crowded. Perhaps those pieces can go on the other walls? As for the table itself, I'm not a fan of dressing it when not in use. Perhaps I get more dust than average in my house or simply don't dust often enough but that's my take on dining tables. Pretty much bare until used. Maybe a "tall" centrepiece. What is in front of the right cabinet? Your current chairs look very nice. The Ella looks a bit simpler, for lack of a better word. Are you going to match the finish on the Ella chair to your current ones? If you have six identical chairs, I'd place them around the table. How many chairs do you need in all?

I think you have a lot going on there. I wouldn't worry about symmetry so much. Love the cabinets as they are, they are beautiful and should be the focal point.

I like the chairs and table, very simple. I also would not keep dishes on there.

I feel the mirror is really heavy for the space and maybe unnecessary. The light over the table is nothing special and can probably be changed for something more unique. Just don't go overboard.

I REALLY love the cabinets....

Not enough room anywhere else in the room. That’s the only wall where they fit.

Have you tried putting the 2 units together in the center of the room?

Here are additional pictures. Want to replace light and not attached to mirror.

Much better without all the stuff. I would love to see some color though, a large blue and white ceramic bowl on the table, for instance.

Angel 18432: that would inhibit chairs a bit.

Bumblebeez: what would you suggest? Would that make the units and table look like they belong together? House is modern farmhouse.

Anna: light suggestion? The units and table don’t go well together as is. Any suggestions on how to pull them together for a modern farmhouse look?

I am so sick of the need to name a style. You have nice old pieces you want , leave them alone and use as they are , do not set the table unless you are planning to eat in the next hour. The mirror takes over the space replace that with a piece of art and the art above the cabinet is too high. You really do not have space for the glass front piece at all. The rug you have is too small. If I am reapeating some of this I am sorry but reading backwards is not my thing and the faster Houzz fixes that the better.

The tall cabinet to the left of the front window is not needed. Remove the mirror. Add some color; artwork that is personal and beautiful to you. No mirrors. If you are changing the rug it should be larger and with a pattern.

I appreciate your German antiques. However, I note that one has been modified to raise the cupboard so that it matches the other in height. I would restore the smaller piece to its original condition. Since they don’t match (and won’t match), I would choose one of the to serve as the focal point of the room, probably the largest of the antique pieces, and move the others into other rooms. Perhaps the smaller one could be used in your kitchen area, or a family room? Then, I would assess what your priorities are. Your room lacks color. The cupboard provides some character. I would start with that... ART. A beautiful chandelier. COLOR. Good luck!

Funny, came here to say that you shouldn't be picking a "style" that you're trying to fit into. And from my understanding "modern farmhouse" is not a style and is generally whatever each individual perceives it to be. Too much Joanna Gaines.

Just use the cabinets, they are unique. As for the light, something that appeals to you but doesn't look generic I suppose. I'm sure someone will have a suggestion.

Units moved closer together

You have too much furniture in the dining room. Get rid of the two hutches.

in additional to all ideas, I would get new chandelier.

Chandelier suggestions?

Have you tried putting them on the wall to the right? so you just see a side view when you enter the room. On the wall with the arch doorway.

Brought up some other pieces from my basement. I have another set that can fill the wall across the bottom. Not sure how to arrange them.

Three pieces.

Ignore stuff on table. Not staying

Will your German pieces fit on the wall opposite the window? The IKEA pieces don’t fit well here IMO. They look out of place against the extensive trim work.

They would be too tight

Those pieces seem to blend better with your table/chairs. Just have to get them placed in the room So just the 2 pieces to work with?

I have enough to fill across the entire wall on the bottom. Can get more. Ideas on best arrangement?

Latest configuration. Ignore plywood box. Will this u shape work? I can remove mirror.

That's a ton of furniture for one room. The tall pieces really overwhelm things, so I would stick to one suitability long, low buffet. Remember, your eyes need a place to rest in room, and you don't need to fill every empty space.

Actually the wainscoting is a statement itself and covering with all kinds of pieces that are not suitable just makes the room look messy.

Get a rug that fits the room better and has some color. A buffet that complements/matches the table and art for over it.

Exactly. The wainscoting is the star of the room. Have you ever considered painting the walls (not the wainscoting) another color that would bring more depth and drama to the room? That could be stunning.

How about this

I do plan to paint. Trying to get the furniture layout correct first.

That is much better. Get a larger rug before choosing paint color

Looks a lot less busy now. Do you have any art work around that you could

use instead of the mirror?

No. Need to purchase.

Your rug should be large enough so that when you push out your chair to get up from the table, the legs remain on the rug. You need to do this on both the ends and sides...and then choose a rug from the standard sizes closest to your needs.

Understand. Rug was there before dining set. Plan to replace. Need advice on furniture arrangement and lighting.

I like the look now! You're well on your way to creating a sophisticated and lovely place to dine. Nice!

I love your unique cabinets. Here's a couple of ideas you may consider. Remove the mirror, artwork on top of the cabinets, the curve top cabinet. and maybe two chairs (if you have room to store them elsewhere). I saw you're reworking your family room on another post. What about placing that rug in your dining room? If you have a picture or painting in blues and greens you could bring temporarily to see the colors that would a great start.

I see some other more recent comments and changes. You can disregard my suggestion on the wooden cabinets. ☺️

It looks much better without the towers!

Look for rug next, perhaps something with a little color?