| Modern furniture, like modern art, is characterized by | | | | have also changed over the years. The typical |
| unconventional styles and designs. Most design | | | | straight-back wooden chairs have been replaced by |
| concepts from the old style furniture were discarded | | | | more fashionable, ergonomically designed cushion |
| to make way for new, unique varieties. Wood was | | | | seats. These not only provide greater comfort but |
| replaced with several metals and synthetic materials | | | | also add to the aesthetic value of the room. The |
| and new color schemes evolved. | | | | tables are also more compact, with glass-top being |
| The concept of modern furniture is widespread, | | | | the most common surface. Some also incorporate a |
| encompassing even dining room furniture. A dinner | | | | revolving turntable, popularly called ?Lazy Susan?, to |
| table is a special place for many, where the family | | | | move food around a large table. |
| comes together to enjoy a meal in each other?s | | | | Apart from the basic table and chairs, dining room |
| company. Modern day dining room furniture promotes | | | | furniture also includes the cabinets used to store the |
| this aspect by bringing the family closer together. | | | | cutlery. With modern furniture laying great emphasis |
| Unlike vintage style dinner tables that stretched for | | | | on space, these are also more compact with several |
| several feet, separating people, modern day dining | | | | sections to hold everything from dinner plates and |
| tables are just comfortable enough for the family. | | | | serving bowls to wine glasses and knives. |
| The seating capacity usually ranges between 4 to 6 | | | | The price range of modern dining room furniture can |
| people, although larger table are also available. | | | | vary greatly depending on the size and material used. |
| Modern dining sets have moved away from wood to | | | | The wooden sets are the most expensive, often |
| incorporate different materials. Tubular metals and | | | | costing several thousand dollars. Whether wood or |
| synthetic fibers are commonly being used owing to | | | | fiber, these modern dining room sets will definitely |
| their durability and lightweight. The design concepts | | | | beautify any dining area. |