Laughter, Cheers and Debate

While the kitchen is becoming more and more the heart of the home, I can’t help but vote for the dining room table as being the place where relationships, of all types, can flourish.  A dining room table is where bursts of laughter can emerge, heated discussions and debates can arise, and the day’s events are shared.  Gathering around the dining room table cultivates an opportunity to look each other in the eyes and have genuine conversations.  Add a little wine, some savory food and no one will want to leave.  The dining room table is quickly becoming one of my favorite places to bring together friends for dinner parties, cocktail get-togethers and hopefully soon a few brunches.

I’ve gathered together a handful of dining rooms for this week’s Rooms of Inspiration that look as inviting for a grand time as they are fabulously designed.  Enjoy perusing through them all.  Out of curiosity, what would your ideal dining room include – round, square or oblong table, matching or mix and matched chairs, chandelier or simple lighting, bright colors or neutrals, table cloth or bare, bowls or flowers as centerpieces?  So many details to consider.  I look forward to hearing your ideas.  Have a lovely Tuesday!

 

 

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