Strong modern lines create a dramatic design. Darlington table, H75xL220xD100cm, £599, Ilva

Create a sophisticated look with French-inspired curves. Avignon extending dining table, H75.5xL170.5xD110.5cm (extends to L220cm), £800, Laura Ashley

Glass and walnut for a sleek, contemporary look. Autograph Mercer dining table, H73xW180xD90cm, £599, Marks & Spencer

Shaker-like simplicity is given a modern feel with a dark wenge stain. X-Range dining table, H74xL200xD80cm, £575, Content by Conran

Practical drawers are perfect for cutlery and napkins. Cooks dining table, H76xL190xD95cm, £1,495, Heal’s

An ivory patina and shapely legs create a classic French feel. Parisian table, H78xdiam120cm (extends to diam160cm to become an oval table), £675, Sweetpea & Willow

A central support leaves plenty of leg room for diners. Spin dining table, H74xdiam120cm, £599, Habitat

Turned legs add interest to a classic rectangular shape. Blackwell table, H74xL210xD95cm, £850, Russell Pinch at SCP

An unusual twist on a pedestal design. Jack dining table, H75xdiam140cm, £1.895, Benchmark