25 dining room ideas – trends, styles and rooms to inspire a change of decor

Benches, on the whole, can squeeze on extra bottoms so they’re a great option for small people – kids on one side, adults on chairs on the other side right?

This Poise bench from John Lewis sits three and you can match it with the Poise table which is narrow yet long – great for a dining room where space is compromised.

Plus, it also extends, which is a win-win when everyone is trying to ‘work’ at the same time, making it a perfect modern home office furniture. The table top has rounded edges too which is a bonus with young kids careering around.