10 dynamic dining room ideas for clients who love to host

Caroline Biggs
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Collections | May 14, 2024

By Caroline Biggs

Whether you’re designing a full-blown dining room or a simple alfresco setup, the right furniture can make all the difference. From an outdoor-friendly aluminum table to a hand-carved bar cabinet, these pieces will transform any space into a welcoming spot to entertain.

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VIGO TEAK DINING SIDE CHAIR BY HARRISON AND NICHOLAS CONDOS — RH

This hand-made creation is available in Aged and Natural teak finishes, and can be upholstered in more than five dozen performance fabrics, including styles from Perennials and Sunbrella.

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CARMEN ROUND DINING TABLE — UNIVERSAL FURNITURE

Crafted in solid oak, the base of this curvy stunner is adorned in reeded tambour for added texture and dimension.

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VINCA CARVED CABINET — M BY HOOKER FURNISHINGS

Outfitted in an elaborately carved houndstooth-like pattern, this dark mahogany wood marvel comes complete with four interior shelves and a mirrored back panel.

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ZIGGY DINING CHAIR BY SARAH SHERMAN SAMUEL — LULU AND GEORGIA

Talk about a conversation starter! The squiggly iron legs of this all-weather wicker piece by Sarah Sherman Samuel bring a playful touch to the outdoor dining setup.

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MARTINA BUFFET — MADE GOODS

This statement-making sideboard, crafted from wood veneer in a pixelated multicolored finish, supplies two tiers of interior storage space.

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HUDSON ROUND DINING TABLE — FOUR HANDS

Hand-shaped from primavera wood, this spalted number boasts a natural finish that allows the unruly organic graining to shine.

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KENT BAR CART — DE LA VEGA DESIGNS

The lacquered shelves of this two-tiered bar cart are adorned with tiny pieces of cracked eggshells, a look created using the old-world Vietnamese coquille d’oeuf technique.

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VALERIE DINING CHAIR IN FRENCH BLUE LINEN — SCOUT DESIGN STUDIO

Has geometry ever looked so fun? This barrel-style beauty boasts a tripod frame and a cutout back for a dash of visual interest.

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PALMA ALUMINUM ROUND DINING TABLE BY HARRISON AND NICHOLAS CONDOS — RH

A sculptural base creates a hint of contrast with the rounded plank top of this weather-safe all-aluminum table.

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CIRQL NU ARMCHAIR — DEDON

Two distinct tones of weatherproof fibers are woven together to create an iridescent, 3D effect for this outdoor-friendly eye-catcher.

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Products featured in this article have been sourced from BOH’s Collections vertical, a showcase of the latest debuts from some of the industry’s leading brands.

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