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COMFORT MEANS EVERYTHING IN THE DINING ROOM , FROM COMFORT FOOD TO COMFORT- ABLE SEATING . Never mind artisanal ingredients and complicated recipes . Whether breakfast , lunch or dinner , today ’ s dining is more about bringing people together than showing off culinary skills . Here are our top three tips for creating a homey , family-friendly dining area sure to whet your appetite .
1 . THINK ABOUT HOW MUCH SEATING AND FLEXIBILITY YOU NEED . How many people are there every day , and how often do you need to squeeze more in for special occasions ? If those occasions are frequent , look for furniture that can flex . That means tables with extension leaves and benches that can serve extra duty elsewhere until needed . If you don ’ t often have a crowd , you might prefer a smaller table or even a bistro table .
2 . THINK ABOUT HOW YOU ENTERTAIN . Are you a family-style pass-the-plate type or a buffet serve-yourself type ? If buffet is your style , consider adding a sidebar for serving and a hutch for storage .
3 . THINK ABOUT YOUR STYLE . If you ’ re a minimalist , look for sets that lean toward the mid-century modern look with sleek clean lines . If your vibe is farmhouse , look for weathered patinas , big chunky legs or an X-base . If you ’ re a traditionalist , consider a round table for easy conversation ( bonus : they fit nicely in smaller rooms ).
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Add a unique look and plenty of function to your dining area with this counter height dining set with storage base to stow your wine , linens , silverware and more . Constructed in poplar solids with birch and oak veneers , this 6 piece set includes 42 ” X 72 ” table that expands to 90 ”, 4 counter stools and a counter bench . 800322260
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