The art of hosting

In good taste

As the end-of-year festivities approach, along with them comes the anticipation of heart-warming gatherings around the dining table, all in good taste, of course. As this mounting excitement bubbles up, for the occasion, we've put together a few golden rules of hosting, so that you can (re)create the perfect ambiance. But while Made in Design takes care of your interior design needs, it’s up to you to deal with the culinary side of things…

Room plan

Seating choises

Kitsch mania, an iconic total look or a modern lover's dream… Whatever floats your design boat, when it comes to hosting, you want your seating to be embracing and comfortable, without compromising on a stunning aesthetic. As the pleasure of hosting doesn't end with Christmas, going with what you love rather than what's reasonable is certainly admissible.

All our seats

Keep the flame going

It's out with table lamps and in with candles, as we turn to these luminous sculptures to set the ambiance. A key topic of versatile conversations, the candle has come a long way from its primitive lighting role to become an observational piece. A new design delight to gift (yourself) right away!

Treat yourself

Service

Particular dishes

Even doing the dishes can be festive. Once relegated to simply being rigid dust-collectors, tableware has now taken a fanciful and quirky turn. Original plates, colourful egg cups, irregular glasses… Tableware has had a makeover and is bringing a whirlwind of whimsy to the dining table. An invitation to share precious moments and make memories!

Even doing the dishes can be festive

Hosting textiles

Elegant yet familiar, table linen has been reinvented and is making a stylish return to the table. Patterns are layered and paper is woven in an effervescence of colours. A show of style and elegance that rivals the monotony of the winter palette, reminding us that a bold attitude conveys a sense of royalty, no need for a crown.

Tablecloths at the ready!

Conversation

Music please, maestro

Played as background noise during the first courses, a little more sound is always a welcome touch as dessert arrives. The favourite signal for secret dancers and a subtle indication of a lighter mood, the acoustics control the volume and draw in attention. From minimalist to baroque, audio speakers are classier and more sophisticated than ever, succeeding in seducing the eye and setting the ambiance!

Beat it !

After party

Sometimes, you just don't want the evening to ever end. For those wonderful occasions, games and good company are the stars of the show! Kids' games for grown-ups or grown-up games for kids, there's one thing everyone can agree on… Unlike deciding who's the winner!

1,2,3... Let's play

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