An Unlikely Pair

The best desserts always include a touch of salt to enhance the sweet flavors. In this dining room, the unlikely pairing of the Miles Talbott-manufactured formal skirted Parsons chairs with more casual tufted armchairs yields delectable results. The lamps on either side of the expansive windows lend scale to the room, while the clear bases melt effortlessly into the background, giving the impression of more space. A fade-resistant Sunbrella rug, part of the Renaissance collection and available through Colonial Mills, grounds the table and chairs and ties together the neutral color scheme. In a dining room where interesting friends and lively conversation convene, this simple design allows you and your guests to concentrate on the most important part of the meal, dessert.