HOW TO SELECT A DINING TABLE THAT BALANCES FUNCTION AND STYLE
Magic happens around a dining table. Cosy family suppers bring comfort and connection, while festive gatherings around a food-laden, candle-lit table can be used to mark life’s most precious moments. A dining table set should serve as a style centrepiece and as a functional spot for hosting meals, both simple and sumptuous. But how do you find the perfect design for your unique dining room?
Survey your space
A dining table takes centre stage, so it's essential to find a design that harmoniously fits within your home's dining space. Before you start browsing CB2's dining furniture, calculate your available floor space. In addition to the dimensions of the dining table, you'll also need at least 90cm of clearance from each side of the table to allow guests to move around comfortably.
Adding a table that's too large can make your room feel oppressively cramped, while a table that's too small can make the entire space feel off balance. That said, you can add a smaller square or circle dining table to an ample space, such as an open-concept living area, as long as you place the table in a corner for a more intimate ambience.
Find a shape that shines
CB2’s artisanal collection features a variety of tabletop shapes, from elegant oval dining tables to solid rectangular designs. Personal preference can certainly come into play, but some shapes may be better suited to your dining room than others.
Rectangular dining tables work well in spaces large and small, and they suit both traditional and trendy design schemes. Elongated oval tables are a suitable option for larger dining rooms. In contrast, bistro-style round dining tables are better suited for smaller dining spaces, where their shape allows conversation to flow freely. Another winner for bijou dining areas is a square design, which creates a great space-saving dining table that can also accentuate a contemporary aesthetic.
For large families and homes that love to host glittering soirees, oval and rectangular dining tables are the best choice for accommodating a high number of guests, while an extendable dining table works well for those who only need a little more room on special occasions.
Materials matter
Choosing the right dining table material helps you confidently set your style tone. Modern dining tables crafted from solid hardwood boast unparalleled versatility, switching effortlessly between an earthy rustic and a fabulously formal look, depending on your tablescape. CB2's range includes handsome oak and acacia tables that fuse tradition with modernity.
If your home is brimming with bold, contemporary furniture, make sure your dining room makes a statement, too. Explore tables crafted from modern materials like concrete, metal, resin, and glass, with designs that enhance the materiality through flowing sculptural forms or crisp angles and geometric silhouettes.
CB2 also offers a touch of indulgence for your most lavish dinner parties with beautiful travertine and marble dining tables, each celebrating the stunning natural textures, colours, and markings of these coveted stones.
With their timeless designs, exceptional material quality, and exquisite craftsmanship, a CB2 dining table will serve as the gathering place for your loved ones for many years to come.