So many things go into creating the perfect dining room: the correct table size, the right chairs, your table placement, and more!
Here are some tips we have to creating the best dining area for your space:
Measure up
Buying a new table? Make sure you measure your space and go wild with measuring potential options when in store! You want to make sure your dining table fits in your space. Remember, you’ll want at least 90cm of free space along all sides for chairs and movement.Legwork
This is a step that is often overlooked! The design of the table legs makes a huge difference on comfort. Think of how many people you need to sit at your table and see if the table legs will invade the space of its occupants.Consider the shape
This is a step that is often overlooked! The design of the table legs makes a huge difference on comfort. Think of how many people you need to sit at your table and see if the table legs will invade the space of its occupants. If your room size is on the tighter side, you can opt for a round or oval table - the absence of corner provides a little more space to move around. Check out the diagram drawn by Michael Hession below.
Rule of thumb, as written by Bo Concept:
- Square and circular table tops do well in square rooms, but they will look and feel awkward in rectangular rooms
- Rectangular and oval shaped tables best suit rectangular rooms, but will look and feel awkward in square spaces
