Dining

Creating space for conversation, laughter and unhurried eating sessions is what hygge is all about. Your dining area should be inviting, relaxing and comfortable so friends and family will feel welcome to try everything and stay for dessert.

> Choose a generous dining table that can seat lots of your favourite people, as well as accommodating a newspaper or jigsaw puzzle > Dining chairs should be the comfiest you can find, with a soft base, arm rests and a back for leaning into. Bench seats are great for creating a convivial mood, but make sure you add squab cushions.

> Large serving dishes and sharing plates will cut down on food prep and dishes, but will also create a feeling of plenty, and encourage an enjoyable mess.

> Light your dining table with carefully chosen pendants that can be dimmed or brightened according to the mood you want to create. Alternatively use candlelight to deepen the sense of warmth and intimacy and make everyone look their best.