Choosing the right dining table

Choosing the right dining table isn’t the easiest of tasks. You can think choosing the design is the first thing you do but actually you should take into consideration the room, where the table is planned. Next you should think about how many people will use the table on a daily basis, and only then comes the design.


Round table is the best for smaller room. Legs of the table play a crucial part here - prefer the tables where the table legs won’t get in the way.

CPH 25 Round table and AAC 23 Soft chairs. Manufacturer: HAY

In Between SK12 table with chairs from the same series and P376 pendant. Manufacturer: &Tradition

Moon dining table with Beetle and Bat dining chairs, Semi pendant. Manufacturer: Gubi

Two-Colour table with Rey chairs. Manufacturer: HAY


Oval table is the best for smaller rooms because due to lack of corners it can accommodate more people around it.

Oval Snaregade dining table and TR Bulb pendant. Manufacturer: Menu

Wooden oval Triangle Leg dining table with bench from the same series, AAC 22 dining chairs and Nelson Bubble pendant. Manufacturer: HAY


Rectangular dining table, which is good for hosting smaller or bigger crowds is the best choice for oblong and/or bigger rooms.

70/70 table, Cover chairs and Strand pendant. Manufacturer: Muuto

Passerelle table, Pastis chairs and Pao pendant. Manufacturer: HAY

Androgyne dining table and Harbour chairs. Manufacturer: Menu


Dining tables with an extendable table top are ideal in situations when the table should occasionally fit bigger crowds.

Bevel table, Herman chairs and Speckle pendant. Manufacturer: Ferm Living

Extendable CPH 30 dining table with AAC series chairs and PC pendant. Manufacturer: HAY


You can find advice and inspiration for decorating your dining room in ELKE Mööbel store and webshop.