We asked interior designers to share the dining room features that are outdated, so you know what's worth renovating.

Pandemic-era dining ushered in new elements of a night out. Masks, pop-up tents on outdoor sidewalks, extra space between fellow diners and touchless service quickly became the norm for food service.

There’s no dining experience without the right seating. Designers say taking a ‘layered seating’ approach will be key for ...