Best Dining Tables: The best stylish dining room tables 2022 | London Evening Standard

Style: Industrial cool

Seats: 4 to 8 people

What happens when you mix a chunky reclaimed top with black steel? A rustic-industrial dining table extravaganza, of course. Throw in a really palatable price and you’ve got a brilliant buy. Next is really upping the style stakes recently and has a host of excellent – and on-trend – table choices. This funky option would make a cool addition to any modern kitchen or dining room, and won’t eat too much into the rest of your decorating budget.

Style: Pleasingly accommodating

Seats: up to 10

Ideal for small households with a large extended family or group of friends, this robust, solid oak table morphs from a four-seater to one you can get 10 people around. Also available in walnut wood, the clean lines and classic shape means it won’t age making it a true investment piece to take from home to home. The only thing you’ll need to consider is space when the two extension leaves are added – it’ll span 240cm when fully open.

Style: Modern Scandi

Seats: 6 to 8

No need to budge up and squeeze in with this ultra-stylish extending table from MADE. The walnut wood gives a nod to midcentury style, as do the tapered legs and clean lines.The black trim adds a contemporary design element, and looks great paired with matching dinnerware. Understated, clean-lined and uncomplicated, it would fit in with any dining room decor scheme.

Style: Old school cool

Seats: 6 – 8 people

Make your kitchen or dining room feel Bjorn again (sorry) with this robust yet elegant extendable dining table from Swoon Editions. Each piece has been crafted separately, so while there might be some discolouration, the brand says this all adds to its beauty – and we’re inclined to agree.

Style: Blonde beauty

Seats: 4 to 6

Pale, minimalist wood is having a moment and it’s not hard to see why with this little looker. A round table by day and oval by night when those extra guests arrive, it’s a handy piece that will see you through everything from the breakfast rush to sophisticated evening soirees. Ideal for the kitchen or more compact dining rooms. Now, who’s popping the kettle on?

Style: Contemporary chic

Seats: From six people at the smallest size

Looking for a table with a contemporary edge? This Heal’s option offers a high-quality solid oak or walnut wood top with an injection of modern industrial chic, thanks to the steel splayed legs.

Part of the Designed by You range, you can choose from seven different lengths, two widths, three different edge profiles, and six different wood finishes to tailor the finish to your specific requirements, or match to a particular decor scheme. Whether you are working with a compact space or have room for a large statement table, all choices are covered. Versatile and very handsome? A winning combination.

Style: Back to black

Seats: Up to six

Renting or on a tight budget? There’s many reasons why you might not want to splash out on an expensive dining table. And, don’t worry, there’s still a host of stylish options out there to choose from. Ikea is always a safe go-to for affordable furniture, and this matte-black wood dining table is a sleek, stylish offering ((although white is also available). Perfect for any modern apartment or home, it’s pleasing on the eye – and your purse.

Style: Showstopping statement

Size: four diners

Got your heart set on a statement piece to pin your dining room together? Made from solid Indian marble and a dramatic gold-coloured base, friends and family will soon be fighting for a spot on your next dinner party invite list. It barely needs dressing (although some flowers and nice tableware would up the ante) making every meal feel like a luxury.

Style: Art Deco decadence

Seats: Up to 4 people

A marble and brass combination is an instant game-changer for upping the glamour stakes. This compact piece adds opulence to any space but remains inviting and warm. A statement, eye-catching dining table that would look at home in modern or vintage decor schemes. Also comes in a two-seater size for cosy-chic date nights in smaller spaces.

Style: Mid-century modern

Seats: 6 to 8 people

Calling all design-led retro fans! This classic Ercol dining table, inspired by the iconic Plank table, is an elegant piece that’s been given a modern feel, sizing up for every day family use. Its simple, flowing lines and soft grain create a sophisticated piece that’s also robust, making the perfect understated yet statement talking-point table that will play a central role in memory-making fun with family and friends for years to come.

Style: Timeless glamour

Size: 8 of your favourite faces

The art of parquetry isn’t just for floors – why not bring the texture up a level to your dining table? Graham & Green’s generous Faye table shows how to do it in style, with the table top sitting on iron legs with brass finish for extra elegance. Add colour coordinating chairs or G&G’s matching bench to complete the look. An investment you won’t regret.