What is most important for creating the perfect dining area
Creating a luxurious dining area is about more than choosing a beautiful table and chairs – it is about comfort, proportions, and harmony with your interior design style. In our interior design projects, we often see clients seeking professional advice on exclusive dining tables and chairs, whether for an elegant city apartment or a seaside villa.
We work exclusively with carefully selected furniture from leading brands such as Eichholtz. With many years of experience with the brand and close collaboration with interior designers, we have built a deep understanding of how to best use the furniture to create balanced and thoughtful environments.
"Our goal is always to help the client create a dining room that feels generous, elegant, and adapted to how one actually lives" Jesper Jurdell.
Before you choose your dining set, the following guidelines can help you clarify some important aspects:
- How much space you need around the dining table and chairs for comfortable movement
- Which size dining table best suits 6, 8, or 10 people in your room
- Which chairs harmonize best with an exclusive marble, glass, or wooden dining table to perfect the overall look
Surface area and proportions are the foundation of luxury!
Luxurious dining areas should never feel cramped – the right proportions are the most important foundation. As a guideline, you should leave at least about 90 cm of free space around the entire table, so that chairs can easily be pulled out and one can move comfortably.
When it comes to the distance between chairs along the table, you should allow for about 60 cm of table surface per person to avoid guests sitting too close. For a more generous and exclusive feeling, it is better to plan for about 75 cm per person. This usually provides about 5–10 cm between wider chairs and up to 20–25 cm between slimmer models.
In a medium-sized dining room of about 3.6 × 4.2 meters, a dining table for 6–8 people usually fits well, with a length of about 200–240 cm for a rectangular table or a diameter of 120–150 cm for a round table. Feel free to combine with fully upholstered chairs that provide comfort without feeling heavy. Slender metal legs or lighter constructions help maintain an airy feel in the room.
In larger dining rooms from about 4.2 × 5.4 meters and upwards, a table for 8–10 people works perfectly, with a length of about 280–320 cm (or 150–180 cm in diameter for a large round table). Here there is also room for more generous or expressive chairs as well as complementary furniture like a sideboard or console table. For a more flexible solution, you can choose an extendable dining table, such as Atelier S.
Match the table's shape with your interior design style
Once the size is right, luxury is about harmony with your interior design style. Depending on the room's shape, you can choose between rectangular, oval, or round tables: rectangular tables fit well in elongated rooms, oval ones soften the lines, and round tables create a more social and inviting seating arrangement.
Modern environments: Choose lighter and more slender constructions – in marble, glass, or simple wooden tabletops, such as the Glover dining table, together with stylish, upholstered, or leather chairs on slender legs made of metal or wood. Neutral color palettes like stone, taupe, black, and white, with an accent color, create a sophisticated and contemporary look.
Classic or formal style: Invest in solid wood or marble tables, with more sculptural bases, combined with taller chairs in fabric or leather. Warm woods and rich materials like velvet or textured fabrics create a distinctively luxurious feel.
Contemporary mixed environments: Choose tables with sculptural bases – fluted, pillar-based, or more expressive shapes – and combine them with softer chairs in bouclé, linen blends, or smooth leather. Mixing materials like wood and metal or marble and velvet adds depth and a more elaborate, exclusive overall feel. A fine example of this is a dining set with a dining table like Westwood from Eichholtz.
Which chairs suit tables in marble, glass, and wood?
Best choice: Upholstered chairs in velvet or fabric, chairs with slender metal frames, or simple wooden chairs with soft seats. These combinations allow the marble to stand in focus while the whole feels inviting.
Style tip: If the marble has clear veining or a dark tone, choose simple chair shapes in muted, solid shades. If the marble is more subtle, you can work with richer materials and colors – like deep green, navy blue, or rust – to add character.
Best choice: Sculptural, upholstered chairs, chairs with a cantilever or sled base, as well as chairs in fabric or velvet with a distinct shape. The transparency of the glass makes the chair's design an important part of the overall impression.
Style tip: Because glass is perceived as light and modern, you should avoid heavy, solid wooden chairs. Choose instead lighter constructions or softly rounded silhouettes for a contemporary expression.
Best choice: Upholstered chairs in fabric or leather, chairs with woven or rattan backs, or entirely in wood with a comfortable seat – depending on whether you want to create a modern or more classic feel.
Style tip: Mixing tones, for example, darker chairs with a lighter oak table, creates depth without feeling cluttered. By repeating at least one element – such as wood type, leg color, or metal finish – between table and chairs, you get a thoughtful whole even if the furniture comes from different collections.
How do you clean and maintain exclusive dining furniture?
An exclusive dining table with matching chairs deserves gentle and regular care to maintain its beauty for many years.
Marble tables: Dust once or twice a week with a soft cloth. If needed, clean gently with lukewarm water and a mild dish detergent, rinse, and dry immediately. Always wipe up spills immediately, use coasters and placemats, and avoid abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.
Wooden tables and veneers: Protect from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme heat. Dust regularly and use a diluted furniture polish with a soft cloth for ongoing cleaning, and polish a couple of times per year. Wipe up spills immediately to avoid the material warping or the surface being damaged. Use felt pads under decorative objects and always test cleaning products on a small, hidden area first.
Glass tables: Use distilled water or a high-quality glass cleaner along with a microfiber cloth for daily cleaning. Warm water works for simpler spills, while a little vinegar can help with more stubborn stains. Avoid abrasive materials and rough surfaces, and always use coasters and placemats to prevent scratches.
Dining chairs in fabric or velvet: Vacuum regularly to remove dust and crumbs, and spot-clean stains with a mild detergent diluted in water and a damp cloth. Let dry and vacuum again. A practical tip for many velvet fabrics is to carefully use baby wipes for smaller stains – always test first on a hidden area. Keep upholstered chairs away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve color and texture.
