7 great dining tables (and how to choose them) for first-time homeowners
How do you choose your first dining table? Here are three handy tips and some of our favourites.
By Asih Jenie -
The dining table is usually the largest piece of loose furniture in your space. As such, it plays a significant role in the look and function of your space. Especially these days when you might not only dine on it but also work, learn and socialise.
How do you choose one?
1. SIZE DOES MATTER
Measure your dining space and bring a measuring tape when you are shopping for the table.
2. MATCH IT WITH THE CHAIRS
Match both the size and the style. You want at least a 30cm- gap between the bottom of the tabletop and the seat of the chair.
3. FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION
The dining table has a long lifespan, so conventional wisdom says that you should pick a timeless and simple design. But if you intend for it to be the room’s centrepiece, you may opt for a more playful or sculptural design. Just remember that it shouldn’t bore you after only a year or two.
d-Bodhi Artisan Dining Table
$1,665 at Journey East.
Moooi Container Table Round 140cm,
from $1,723 at Space Furniture.
Scanteak Mono Dining Table
$1,499 at Scanteak.
Commune Crimson Dining Table,
$679.20 at Commune.
Folks Collection Cove Table
from $4,900 at Grafunkt.
Ikea Vangsta Extendable Chair
$119, from Ikea.
District Eight Assembly Bistro Table
$1,650 at Journey East.