Suave Soiree
These elegant tables from Cattelan Italia set the stage for an evening to remember and form the perfect backdrop for your beautiful tableware
Valentino’s extravagant dinner parties were always the talk of the town. Unlike the legendary fashion designer, you don’t have to bring out the ornate tableware or gargantuan swan sculptures to impress your guests. Begin with an elegant table as your centerpiece for the evening before embellishing the surface with decorative flourishes or, if you prefer, quirky details. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner for four or a larger group of eight, Cattelan Italia offers the perfect solution for those who enjoy entertaining at home. Founded by Giorgio Cattelan and his wife Silvia, Cattelan Italia is the very hallmark of Italian craftsmanship and finesse. For the past 36 years, the furnishing brand has turned out impeccable pieces of furniture – and some might say art – sought by discerning homeowners the world over.
SKORPIO ROUND
Gathering around a circular table makes it easy for conversations to flow and the Skorpio Round table in itself makes for a prime conversation starter. Its angular leg design, available in a variety of subdued metallic finishes, makes for an intriguing contrast against the table’s generous surface of Canaletto walnut or burned oak. The bevelled edges of the table top are not just an expression of form – it makes the dining experience all the more pleasant as you won’t be grazing your arm against harsh edges. The optional swivelling tray that sits atop the table is a luxe remake of the oldfashioned Lazy Susan and quite perfect if you’re dishing up a flight dishes for sharing.
BONALDO TRACKS
Designed by Alain Gilles, the Bonaldo Tracks table will fit right into your home if it leans towards the industrial chic domain. Here, it is not the tabletop that takes centrestage but everything else that lies beneath. The transparent glass top lets you peer into the inner workings of this table where two striking parallel steel beams, evocative of train tracks, are supported by four sturdy wooden legs. If you prefer a more subdued look, opt for the steel beams in anthracite grey, dove grey, black, white, or brown. This versatile table can also exude a more vibrant, playful vibe if affixed with steel beams in red, blue, saffron yellow, green, or mint green.