17 of the best dining tables to buy now

Elegant, geometric and linear, but with pleasing counter curves in the legs and surface, the ‘Blevio’ table is just as good now as it was when it was designed nearly a century ago, by Ignazio Gardella for his family home in Blevio on Lake Como. From £17,225, molteni.it

One for the modernist, the ‘Bisel’ table by Patricia Urquiola is made from multi-layered and multichromatic glass, for a jewel-like finish. It’s available in a burnt orange hue, but we like this shimmering, sea green. £4,315, conranshop.co.uk

With a base made of die-cast aluminium, the ‘Homey’ table by Gam Fratesi folds together at the legs to create a flowing line to the floor. Available in four sizes and square and rectangular shapes, it lives up to its name as the ideal, contemporary addition to a family home. From £5,250, poltronafrau.com

Sinuous, contoured stainless steel legs define Antonio Citterio’s elegant ‘Academy’ table, which has a base in various shades and types of wood, or grand marble for a statement effect. Pair with the coffee table for a seamless interior. From £8,168, flexform.it

Chunky, smooth and pleasantly eye-caching, the Memphis-inspired ‘Italo’ table by Andrea Parisio is both classic and fashionable. Opt for plain wood, or a glossy lacquered finish like this red edition for a more off-beat look. From £7910, meridiani.it

Elevating the plank table to new heights, the ‘Ten’ design by Christian Troels and Jacob Plejdrup is made from solid wood - oak or walnut, with extension leaves available - but it still appears light as air thanks to the grooved legs and fine, curved tabletop. From £6,671, aram.co.uk

Rodolfo Dordoni’s ‘Longplane’ may look simple, but really, it’s a feat of design engineering: crisp lines and precise proportions lend it a slender, light shape, finished with a wood or metal top. From £4,262, cassina.com

Designed by Jean Prouvé, who considered himself an engineer, the ‘EM’ table adheres to structural principles, showing off the flow of forces and stresses used in its construction. It comes in a wide selection of finishes and lengths, so it’ll suit any space. From £2,660, vitra.com

Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, Studiopepe’s ‘Dharma’ table has a glossy, lacquered polimex base available in a range of shades and a bronze or smoked glass top. It’s modern, fun and refined - the perfect choice if you want a focal piece. Price on request, baxter.it

Cleverly combining geometric shapes with distinctive decorative details, the ‘Delta’ table is strong and yet light in appearance. A design by Bernhardt & Vella, it comes in a range of wood, glass and marble finishes. From approx £3,010, bontempi.it

With its marble top and legs in solid canaletta walnut or ash, the ‘Berry’ table is a bold, beautiful statement. The work of by C. Ballabio, its irregular shape and striated finish add to its artistic, aesthetic appeal. £18.683, porada.it

A slender top with a thickness of just 16mm defines the ultra sleek ‘Linha Fina’ table by Marcio Kogan/Studio MK27, made from a range of rich, solid woods. Available in four lengths and three widths, it’s easy to find the right configuration for your home. From £15,850, minottilondon.com

Gentle lines meet striking details in Emmanuel Gallina’s ‘Curve’ table, which has a wooden structure with a marble top. The highlight, however, is the crosspiece, which can be covered in leather for an extra-luxe finish. £17,873, poliform.it

A limestone tabletop sourced from Burgundy sits upon two, parallel legs in dark, solid oak with curved ridges to create the ‘Cabin’ table, which contrasts light and dark to standout effect. £7,315, vipp.com

Sculptural and brimming with Zen inspiration (the name itself is a reference to the polished stones used ornamentally in traditional Japanese gardens), Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby’s ‘Tobi-Ishi’ table is seen here in a quirky, striped marble colourway. £45,125, bebitalia.com

Unusually, the ‘Seashell’ table uses cement in its base, but far from looking solid and heavy, Gino Carollo’s design is a light yet sturdy piece that takes inspiration from the organic forms of nature. From £6,341, calligaris.com

Gloriously graphic and flowing, the ‘Intervalle’ table by Guillaume Delvigne features a central ‘fault line’ which adds interest and plays with light around the tapered, aeroplane wing-shaped base. From £3,026, ligne-roset.com