When choosing a dining table, like this one from Green Cathedral (greencathedral.com.au), ensure there’s plenty of room for everyone plus enough space to move around the table comfortably.

4. Designate a Spot for Special Occasion Items If you're wondering what to put in a small dining room besides a table, a designated space for special occasion items should be your top priority.

There’s no real rule to how a table should be set and it depends a lot on the personality of the host. If you like simple things then you need to keep it uncrowded so everything has its place.