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Buying furniture is one of the most impactful decisions for your home. Dining solution for BTO flats without a separate dining room At Nova Furnishing, we have helped countless Singapore families navigate these decisions — and in this article, we share what we have learned so you can benefit from that experience.
Getting the Dimensions Right
In many Singapore homes, the dining area shares space with the living room. Accurate measurements are essential before you shop. Allow at least 60cm per person along the table edge, and ensure 80-100cm between the table edge and the nearest wall or furniture for comfortable chair movement.
For a standard 4-room BTO, a table seating 4 to 6 is usually most practical. If your dining area is particularly narrow, a pedestal-base table makes it easier to tuck chairs in fully compared to a four-leg design.
Choosing the Right Table Shape
- Rectangular — Most versatile, fits against walls, maximises seating. Ideal for the narrow dining areas common in HDB flats.
- Round — Creates intimate dining with no sharp corners. Best for square-shaped dining spaces and homes with young children.
- Oval — Generous surface with a softer visual profile. Good for medium-sized rooms.
- Extendable — Perfect for festive entertaining during CNY, Hari Raya, and Deepavali while staying compact daily.
At Nova Furnishing, our dining collections include all shapes, designed to pair seamlessly in both style and proportion.
Pairing Chairs With Your Table
Chair and table height must work together — standard table height is 73-76cm, and seat height should be 43-48cm. This combination ensures comfortable posture during long meals.
In tight spaces, armless chairs tuck under the table more completely. For homes that host frequent gatherings, consider stackable or foldable supplementary chairs. At Nova Furnishing, our dining chairs are designed to match our tables in both ergonomic proportion and aesthetic harmony.
Your Next Step
The best furniture purchase is one that brings lasting comfort — where quality, design, and practicality come together in a piece that feels right every day.
At Nova Furnishing, our collections are curated for Singapore homes, and our showroom consultants are here to help you find exactly what works. Visit us to experience the difference that well-chosen furniture makes.
