Trends and design in dining table decor offer something for everyone from style to size to affordability. Not only are dining room tables a wonderful way to bring your family, friends and extended family together for meals and fellowship, they can be beautiful interior design additions to your home.Whether you are ready to invest in your very first table or if it’s time to refresh your dining room, check out these five dining table trends.
Ding Table With Benches
Maybe you are wondering why bench seating is included in our top five favorite dining room table trends. If you are, we will explain. Benches offer three major benefits to any dining room.
1.) They are great space savers. If your dining room is on the smaller side, a bench seat can be easily pushed under the table to make room for foot traffic and extra space when not using the table. A bench seat works particularly well if your table needs to have one side against a window. The height, or lack thereof, of the bench won’t block windows or impede blinds or curtains.
2.) You can fit more people on a bench. Whereas, a four-top table can fit a maximum of two chairs per one side, you can easily fit three smaller people on a bench. It’s a great option for families with kids.
3.) Benches add a country French/modern farmhouse vibe that is oh-so charming. Instantly infuse character into your dining room with the inclusion of bench seating.
Upholstered Chairs
If your goal is to gather around the table for lingering dinners or to utilize your dining room for an occasional workspace, comfort when choosing chairs can not be ignored. Let’s face it, our bottoms get tired of sitting for more than an hour on wood, acrylic or metal chairs. Upholstered chairs add a next-level comfort that creates a sitting space where people want to stay. Additionally, upholstered chairs add style, richness and texture to your dining room adding to the overall aesthetic to the room. Fabrics can be neutral as pictured above or patterned to reflect a more stylized look.
Round Tables
The round dining room table dates back to the Middle Ages, and we can definitely see why it has stood the test of time. Although most dining rooms are configured for a rectangular table, a round table provides intimacy and is a better conduit for conversation than a rectangular option. As home design trends towards more open spaces, it opens up more opportunities for round tables to be incorporated into furniture decor.
Retro-Inspired Design
Over the last couple of years, we have seen rustic take a backseat to modern, retro-inspired decor. Everything from hairpin legs to acrylic tables are changing the aesthetic of what is becoming mainstream in interior and furniture design. This, of course, goes for dining room tables too. While we know a retro-inspired dining room table isn’t for everyone just yet, this trend isn’t going anywhere. The fresh, simple lines in the set above add a cheerful touch and plenty of style to any dining room.
Mixing Textures and Styles
Mixings textures, patterns and colors can add warmth and dimension to your dining room. We love the neutral upholstered chairs paired with the rustic, dark wood of the table. The simple lines of the chairs is also a nice contrast to the heaviness of the table legs. Of course, the white brick wall is the perfect palette for the the overall look. Don’t be afraid to choose the elements that you like to create a unique look for your dining room.