Milan Expo 2015: Nendo has played with the perspective of a dining table and chairs to present a range of tableware inside the Japanese pavilion at the Milan Expo (+ slideshow). Tokyo-based studio Nendo – led by designer Oki Sato – was responsible for Titled 'Colourful Shadows,' the work comprises a sloping black dining table, surrounded by a set of 24 matching chairs and laid with an array of black tableware, spanning the length of the 11m x 3m space. As visitors enter, the furniture gradually West Elm’s Emmerson Dining Table is made of reclaimed pine ($899-$1,299, westelm.com). Blair and her husband bought recycled aluminum chairs for their kitchen table, knowing that they would last. Though the chairs have moved to the outdoor seating area KNOW THE RULES, THEN CONSIDER BREAKING THEM Some rules are important, says Flynn. For instance, "leave at least 36 inches of open space between the back of a dining chair and a nearby sideboard to allow for proper traffic flow." But plenty of other rules a few plastic-resin chairs and some wobbly tables just don't cut it anymore. Barcocina. The garage-style doors that surround this casual Mexican spot roll up in nice weather, turning the entire restaurant into an open-air dining space. 2901 N. Sheffield Ave., Restaurant.com, the largest dining deals site, will be serving of a “Plate of compete in the signature jumbo rockers from presenting sponsor, the historic Brumby Chair Company, who is also donating one of the prized chairs as the grand raffle prize. .
It's National Picnic Week; a good excuse for a trip to the park to dine al fresco in style. Joules has just launched a four person floral picnic bag for £59.95, joules.com. Accessories include napkins, salt and pepper shakers, cutlery, plates and plastic Over the last 20 years, Marge Carson has expanded from primarily an upholstery and occasional source to a full-line furniture company, including bedroom, dining room, occasional and upholstery; it has diversified its product line beyond European “Couches, chairs, dining sets, theater props, trunks, wingback chairs.” Some equipment was stored in plastic tubs, but these floated in the water and tipped over. “It’s a devastating loss,” Vocal Music Director Paula Helle said. “It’s disgustin Other finds came from 1st Dibs (the zinc dining table), consignment (the dining chairs), Glenn Richards (coffee table) and Restoration Hardware (hardware, lights). Still others are family treasures: DeeAnn's dad's fishing rods poked into a tall hallway basket. .