The table edit

Let your home décor do the talking with our edit of stylish tables that show off your personal style.

Consider atmosphere

“Consider the atmosphere you want to create: taller tables say, “I’m in a rush.” You’re so close to standing that you hardly sit down. A lower table with lounge seating is less formal, creating a laid-back mood which is wonderful outdoors. Smaller tables offer intimacy, promoting conversation.” – Haldane Martin, designer and director of Haldane

Match your lifestyle

“We are all about being intentional with furniture pieces. This means considering how the piece will look in a space, whether it will complement the rest of the furniture, and the purpose of the piece. If you envision big family dinners, then a two- to four-seater dining table simply won’t do. A dining table should suit your lifestyle, not the other way around.” – The Coricraft Team

Play with shapes

“Assess the space available, the amount of people you wish to seat at your table and then consider size, shape and materials. Normally, people opt for a rectangular shape, but we suggest looking at different shapes – round tables, even oval tables, can work well and add something different to a room.” – Elsa Richter, marketing assistant at KNUS Online Home Decor Store

Round Fluted Dining Table, KNUS Online Home Decor Store

“Choosing the perfect dining table for your space can be a complicated problem. The very first thing you will need to establish is the shape of your table. To put it plainly, certain table shapes just work better within certain room shapes. If you have a square dining space, you’ll want a square or circular dining table. If your room is rectangular, you’ll want to fit it with a rectangular or oval-shaped table. This tip will avoid awkward, uneven spaces in your dining set up.” – Cheryl Du Preez, visual merchandising coordinator at Cielo

Mind the gap

“Be mindful of the layout of your space to ensure a smooth flow from your kitchen to your dining area. Your dining table should not only fit your space comfortably, but should also be functional and stylish, in keeping with the aesthetics and feel of your home.” – Karin Cawthorne, owner of KARE South Africa

Optimise traffic flow

“Your coffee table should be at least two-thirds of the length of your couch and positioned between 35cm and 45cm away from the edge of the couch to optimise traffic flow, yet still maintain comfortable reachability. Try softer shapes to balance out straight lines and sharp corners in your space.” – Michael Joseph Caine, designer and founder of Sugar and Caine