The dining table is where family stories unfold and friendships deepen. Discover our handpicked styles that combine practicality with timeless sophistication, transforming every meal into a memorable occasion.
The perfect dinner set up is more than just the food on the table; often times, the table itself plays an integral role. And, for good reason. Your choice of a dining table is a reflection of many things; it indicates how you socialise. It lends function. It is an exhibition of your design sensibilities. The perfect dining table melts into your space, whether large or small – it becomes a part of your life, serving as both a starting point for serene mornings with coffee and croissants, as well as a calming backdrop for a cup of tea before bed.
tea before bed. In the market for a new dining table? While the perfect table may well be one that blends into the aesthetic of your space, it’s also important to consider other variables. How large is your space, and will your dining table fit without causing mobility issues? How large is your family, and how many people will it need to seat? If you have young children or pets, round or oval tables are a safer option, as they eschew hard edges in favour of smooth, organic curves. Likewise, your choice of materials will determine the longevity of your piece; despite its beauty, wood can easily be damaged with scratches from unruly feline companions, while glass, albeit chic and stylish, can sometimes look a little too cold.
Set the table for success by thinking through your options. These gorgeous dining sets are certain to inspire an appetite – as well as the happiest of reunions!
Space Furniture Baxter Grace Table
Designed by Christophe Delcourt for Italian design house Baxter, the Grace table (pictured above) embraces the elegance of wood, with numerous customisable options that showcase its material beauty to great effect. Organic curves feature prominently in its design, both in the base, as well as in the tabletop it supports, with undulating edges that encourage light-hearted whimsy and convivial conversations.
The Baxter Grace table is available from Space Furniture.
Vitra Gueridon Dining Table
Vitra Gueridon Dining Table
If your dining space is wanting in square footage, worry not – options are still in abundance for all your dining table needs. Case in point: Vitra’s Guéridon dining table, a Jean Prouvé classic from 1949 that has lost none of its charm today. Albeit small, it packs a visual punch, featuring chic, visually striking legs and metallic links. Striking the perfect balance of form and function, this timeless design will blend seamlessly into any tiny home.
Vitra products are available from W. Atelier.
Kristalia Holo Table from Xtra
Kristalia Holo Table
Developed by Japanese industrial designer Kensaku Oshiro for Italian design studio Kristalia, the Holo table is a marriage of minimalist shapes made extraordinary through top-notch craftsmanship and evocative simplicity. Though precarious at a glance, its base is formed through numerous moulding and bending phases, resulting in a durable and stable support that easily holds a table top made of glass, solid wood, or Fenix-NTM. Numerous custom options allow for personalisation, which means homeowners can easily assimilate their Holo into their dining spaces to add a unique and refined touch.
The Kristalia Holo Table is available from Xtra.
Giorgetti G-Code Table
Giorgetti G-Code Table
An architectural delight that will easily take pride of place in any contemporary dining space, Giorgetti’s G-Code dining table is a stunning structural masterpiece. Designer Dante O. Benini found inspiration for this piece on a flight to the United States, where he found himself mesmerised by the teeth on a vanity kit brush. The table in question is supported by a metal structure with 92 cylinders in three different sizes and finishes, whilst the table top is customisable in either marble or Canaletto walnut. A luxuriously sculpted piece, this dining table won’t just encourage conversation; it’s likely to be the subject of discussion.
The Giorgetti G-Code Table is available from Space Furniture.
Castlery Simone Performance Boucle Chair, $498
Castlery Simone Performance Boucle Chair, $498
For the family who loves to linger around the dining table, comfortable seating options are an absolute must. To this end, the Simon Performance Bouclé chair from Castlery provides the perfect balance of class and comfort, with legs elegantly finished in antique brass. Softly organic curves form its back, seat, and arms, all of which come together to provide a lush cocooning effect in a soothing white quartz hue. Perfect alongside wood, glass, or marble dining tables set in modern dining spaces.
The Simone Performance Bouclé Chairs are available from Castlery; they are sold in pairs, with each pair retailing at $498.
IKEA Voxlov Dining Table ($429) and Odger Dining Chairs ($115 each)
IKEA Voxlov Dining Table ($429)
Infuse your Lunar New Year dinners with just the right amount of festive red! Crafted of smooth bamboo, IKEA’s VOXLÖV dining table features softly- rounded edges, providing safety and comfort for homes with little ones. As an added bonus, it also bears no ‘sharp points’, which means you’ll be able to keep superstitious family members happy! Pair with a few ODGER dining chairs in deep red, and you’re all set to feast the night away.
The IKEA VOXLÖV Dining Table retails at $429; ODGER dining chairs retail at $115, and are available in three colours.
Castlery Sloane Dining Table, $1,999
Castlery Sloane Dining Table, $1,999
If you’re looking for a dining table that will make an impression to remember, Castlery’s Sloane dining table is certain to impress. Imbued with the stunning beauty of Toronto marble, its table top features some of nature’s best work in stone, marrying veins and swirls of brown and white upon a backdrop of greyish brown. Supported on fluted panel slabs finished in a honey-oak hue, it is a masterwork in design that will make the perfect centrepiece for any contemporary dining space. Available in 180cm and 225cm formats.
The Sloane Dining Table is available from Castlery; prices start from $1,999.
Commune Siena Dining Table ($2,277), side chairs ($469 each) and armchair ($539)
Commune Siena Dining Table ($2,277)
Commune’s Siena dining set combines the warmth of wood and woven rattan with pale brown travertine, recalling the breezy ensembles of tropical living. With its circular table top perfectly set atop a sturdy and yet stylish base, this stunning piece allows for flowing conversation amongst family and friends alike. Matching chairs marry rattan with tan leather, adding a chicness distinct to quiet luxury aesthetics. Comfortable, classy, and an absolute elegant addition to any dining space.
The Siena Dining table retails at $2,277.15. Pair with matching Side Chairs ($469 each) and Armchairs ($539 each), all available from Commune.
Scanteak Rinki Dining Table, $899
Scanteak Rinki Dining Table, $899
Eschewing frills and fancies for timeless elegance and simplicity, the Rinki dining table from Scanteak exudes elegance with ease. Leveraging the allure of solid teak wood, this round dining table allows for easy, flowing conversation, lending warmth and familiarity to any intimate family dinner.
The Rinki dining table is available from Scanteak, and retails at $899.
