A small apartment obliges you to be mindful of every centimeter. You want a comfortable dining area, but you can't afford to block circulation or visually overload the room. The table and chairs must be proportional, easy to integrate, and adapted to your lifestyle.
Discover the steps to choosing tables and chairs correctly in a studio apartment or a two-room apartment. You will see concrete examples, dimensions, and solutions suitable for different budgets, with an emphasis on quality at an affordable price.
Step 1: Measure the space correctly before choosing furniture
Keep:
A minimum of 60–70 cm between the edge of the table and the wall or other piece of furniture.
Approximately 90 cm if there is a passageway behind the chairs.
A width of 60 cm for each person seated at the table.
For example, in a 16 sqm living room in a two-room apartment, a 120 x 70 cm table with 4 chairs occupies approximately 2.5–3 sqm, including space for movement. If you choose a larger model, the room becomes difficult to use daily.
Step 2: Choose the right type of table for small apartments
Extendable table – a practical solution for limited spaces
A 120 cm long model that extends to 160 cm is suitable for couples or families with one child. You use it daily in compact format and extend it for visits.
Round or rectangular table?
The rectangular table works efficiently if you place it against the wall. In a "gallery" type kitchen, a 110–120 cm long and 70 cm wide table allows seating for 3–4 people without obstructing passage.
