Nathalie Priem Photography
Put the table in the spotlight
With such an array of roles, the table deserves to be centre stage. Here, it’s in the middle of the kitchen’s action, but is still visible from the living area.
The beautiful pendant lamps above provide a convivial glow and draw attention to the table itself. Most kitchen lighting tends to be bright and functional, so getting your table illumination right can really help it stand out.
See how to use pendant lighting to highlight your décor
With such an array of roles, the table deserves to be centre stage. Here, it’s in the middle of the kitchen’s action, but is still visible from the living area.
The beautiful pendant lamps above provide a convivial glow and draw attention to the table itself. Most kitchen lighting tends to be bright and functional, so getting your table illumination right can really help it stand out.
See how to use pendant lighting to highlight your décor
DHV Architects
Add a rustic feel
If you have room to spare, as in this kitchen, why not make the most of it with something solid and dependable? A large wooden table is highly practical and adds a warm, rustic feel to a room. What’s more, the handsome chunks of wood in this table won’t demand any precious care, and can cope with the odd spillage or two, making it idea for busy family life.
If you have room to spare, as in this kitchen, why not make the most of it with something solid and dependable? A large wooden table is highly practical and adds a warm, rustic feel to a room. What’s more, the handsome chunks of wood in this table won’t demand any precious care, and can cope with the odd spillage or two, making it idea for busy family life.
Cue & Co of London
Bring in a bench
Refectory-style benches add a sociable, informal vibe to a table, and are ideal when you have a lot of people to seat.
These benches neatly tuck in under the table when not in use to provide a clear passage through to the garden. At mealtimes, spread the table and seating over the whole space to accommodate diners and create a welcoming, sociable hub.
Refectory-style benches add a sociable, informal vibe to a table, and are ideal when you have a lot of people to seat.
These benches neatly tuck in under the table when not in use to provide a clear passage through to the garden. At mealtimes, spread the table and seating over the whole space to accommodate diners and create a welcoming, sociable hub.
Concept Interiors
Make space for a table
I love the attention given to the table in this room. The whole wall could have been used for additional base cabinets, creating a galley format, but the owners clearly wanted to create a welcoming space where there’s the opportunity to sit and chat.
A little spot to take a break can be wonderful in a busy kitchen, so consider whether you really need more cupboards. Wall-hung shelving and slimline cabinets can free up floor space for a table if you don’t want to compromise on storage.
Read expert advice on making the most of a single-wall kitchen
I love the attention given to the table in this room. The whole wall could have been used for additional base cabinets, creating a galley format, but the owners clearly wanted to create a welcoming space where there’s the opportunity to sit and chat.
A little spot to take a break can be wonderful in a busy kitchen, so consider whether you really need more cupboards. Wall-hung shelving and slimline cabinets can free up floor space for a table if you don’t want to compromise on storage.
Read expert advice on making the most of a single-wall kitchen
FORMstudio
Maximise light (and shade)
One of the great attributes of a kitchen table is that, unlike a solid island, it’s movable. Consider changing the layout of your room depending on the season.
Placing the table alongside a window or near some patio doors is a great option for our light-starved winters – even if the sun’s rays are a little watery – and moving the table away from a window’s glare will provide cool shade on hot summer days.
One of the great attributes of a kitchen table is that, unlike a solid island, it’s movable. Consider changing the layout of your room depending on the season.
Placing the table alongside a window or near some patio doors is a great option for our light-starved winters – even if the sun’s rays are a little watery – and moving the table away from a window’s glare will provide cool shade on hot summer days.
stowed
Consider form and function
Think about how your table will be used, and what sort of seating will work best around it.
Many people find that a pedestal table, such as this one, generally improves access. With bench seating in particular, a table with centrally positioned legs is preferable for avoiding bumped knees and sliding onto your seat unscathed.
Big, chunky-legged tables can also look impressive, but chairs rather than benches are a more accessible and practical seating solution with this style of table.
Think about how your table will be used, and what sort of seating will work best around it.
Many people find that a pedestal table, such as this one, generally improves access. With bench seating in particular, a table with centrally positioned legs is preferable for avoiding bumped knees and sliding onto your seat unscathed.
Big, chunky-legged tables can also look impressive, but chairs rather than benches are a more accessible and practical seating solution with this style of table.
Tuck it away
You don’t need to carve out much space to include a table in your kitchen, as you can see from this clever layout.
A drop-leaf design has ultimate flexibility. It can be stowed against a wall with just a couple of chairs for everyday use, or brought into the centre when you have a large gathering. Other handy space-savers for a more compact room include extendable tables and even custom-made tabletops that fix to the wall with hinges for the ultimate sleek solution.
You don’t need to carve out much space to include a table in your kitchen, as you can see from this clever layout.
A drop-leaf design has ultimate flexibility. It can be stowed against a wall with just a couple of chairs for everyday use, or brought into the centre when you have a large gathering. Other handy space-savers for a more compact room include extendable tables and even custom-made tabletops that fix to the wall with hinges for the ultimate sleek solution.
Hitt Oak Ltd
Mix it all up
As it tends to be a relaxed, informal space, quirky and mismatched seating works really well in the kitchen – and will make your table feel more inviting.
Look out for stools and elegant wooden desk chairs in second-hand shops to build an eclectic collection of perches, as the owners of this kitchen have done. This mixture of chairs breaks up the sleek, all-white backdrop and injects some warmth into the space.
As it tends to be a relaxed, informal space, quirky and mismatched seating works really well in the kitchen – and will make your table feel more inviting.
Look out for stools and elegant wooden desk chairs in second-hand shops to build an eclectic collection of perches, as the owners of this kitchen have done. This mixture of chairs breaks up the sleek, all-white backdrop and injects some warmth into the space.
Paul Craig Photography
Create a cosy, bistro vibe
If your perfect night out is a relaxed evening spent with friends, a bottle of wine and some simple food, why not re-create the inviting atmosphere of your favourite bar or bistro in your own kitchen?
Go for a cosy, well-used wooden table, ditch the tablecloth and best china, dim the lights and add some candles. A pared-down look provides a warm backdrop to an evening where the focus is on company and conversation.
TELL US…
Which of these tables would you pick for your kitchen – or do you already have your ideal one? Share your thoughts and photos in the Comments below.
If your perfect night out is a relaxed evening spent with friends, a bottle of wine and some simple food, why not re-create the inviting atmosphere of your favourite bar or bistro in your own kitchen?
Go for a cosy, well-used wooden table, ditch the tablecloth and best china, dim the lights and add some candles. A pared-down look provides a warm backdrop to an evening where the focus is on company and conversation.
TELL US…
Which of these tables would you pick for your kitchen – or do you already have your ideal one? Share your thoughts and photos in the Comments below.
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