
24. Design Mistake: Having a Large Dining Room Table
We’ve all fallen in that trap before at some point or another. We want to ensure that we have a large enough dining room table to seat all of our family during the holidays so that no one feels left out. You don’t want to offend someone by not inviting them, which can lead to some drama in the family. However, getting a large dining table that isn’t fit for the space in your home is only going to lead to disaster.
If you really intend to have many guests over to eat, you may want to go with a round dining table instead. You’ll be able to seat more people that way without your table taking up a lot of space. Invest in a table with a leaf extension to take it out when you’re not using it for get-togethers and afford yourself the area you’re looking for. Getting a table that’s too big from the get-go will leave you with a space problem that you can’t easily remedy. Continue reading for more home design tips and decor tricks.