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Poll: statement dining table or statement dining chairs?

5 years ago

Would you rather have a statement dining table crafted from reclaimed wood, marble or a any unusual materials you can think of, or would you opt for statement dining chairs with a unique colour, texture or shape?

Statement dining chairs

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Ribena Drinker
5 years ago
I didn't vote, I don't want either really.

I'm not into things that make a "statement". I like thing to be harmonious, which compliment and co-ordinate with each other, no one item thing standing out.

I don't mind things that are a focal point of a room, but I don't want them to dominate the rest of the furniture or furnishings, so you only see that one thing.

Besides, who am I making a statement to?
Modish Living thanked Ribena Drinker
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