Solid Wood Dining Tables
Premium Tables
Flow Round Table
Colorado Table
Large Communal Tables
Live Edge Dining Tables
River Style Table
Conference Tables
Coffee Tables
Custom Dining Tables
The dining table is where design, craft, and daily life converge. At SENTIENT, every table starts as an idea — shaped by the grain of American hardwood, the creative direction of our Brooklyn studio, and the specific needs of each client. We design and build in walnut, white oak, maple, cherry, and other domestic species, with full control over size, shape, base, and finish. From a one-of-a-kind residential piece to a run of 500 matching tables for a hotel brand, each one is made to order in our Brooklyn workshop.
Custom dining tables & communal tables
for hotels and restaurants
We design tables for New York brownstones, West Coast apartments, Colorado ski homes, and everything in between. For commercial clients, we supply conference tables, communal tables, and live edge dining furniture at any scale.
We work from client drawings, architectural plans, or design references. Every order includes a 3D rendering for approval before fabrication — the same drawing our carpenters use on the shop floor. Tabletops can be solid wood, veneer, or laminate. Bases are available in wood, steel, brass, and other metals. Commercial tables can include integrated power, data ports, and cable management.
Custom-made dining tables with luxury design
Our Brooklyn workshop is where design and making happen under one roof. Our team works in walnut, oak, maple, cherry, and other domestic hardwoods — transforming kiln-dried slabs into dining tables that carry a clear point of view. Each piece is part of a broader custom furniture practice rooted in original design.
Each table is sketched, rendered in 3D, and presented for client approval before fabrication. We deliver via white-glove service or secured crating. We build singular pieces and supply hundreds of restaurant dining tables for hotel and hospitality brands who need quality and consistency at scale.
Our tables are in Cartier and Hermès retail spaces, the Pace Gallery in New York, and dining areas for Edition Hotels and British Airways. We also design dining tables for residential clients — from Brooklyn townhouses to high-rise apartments — each one reflecting the creative dialogue between designer, material, and space.
The live edge dining table
The wood slab dining table preserves the natural edge of the tree — every curve and knot tells the story of how the wood grew. Our live edge dining tables are fully customizable: wood species, slab selection, base style, dimensions, and finish. All wood is sustainably sourced and certified. The result is a table that feels alive in the room.
Table Styles and Formats
A dining table can take many forms. We build clean-edged solid wood tables, live edge tables with organic curves, epoxy river tables with resin fills, and waterfall tables where the grain cascades over the edge. Each format creates a different visual language — from minimal and modern to bold and sculptural. We also collaborate with designers and clients on one-off concepts that push the form further.
Round and Oval Dining Tables
We build round and oval dining tables in all our standard hardwoods. Each piece is kiln-dried, treated, and finished with multiple rounds of sealer and topcoat. Hardwood selection, finish, and base material are all customizable.
The round tabletop
Clients can order a fully round table or an oval dining table depending on their design layout and aesthetic preferences. We can straighten the edges or work with live edge slabs to introduce unique knots and imperfections. The result can be a rustic dining table, a modern centerpiece, or a contemporary item that is somewhere along the spectrum.
Round solid wood table dimensions
The large round dining table can seat 12 people, with a diameter of 96 inches. We can also make smaller models, seating 4 to 6 people. For sizing estimations, a dining room table for 8 will be 60 inches in diameter, whereas a dining room table for 6 will require at least 53 inches.
Base options for the round table
Bases are available in wood, metal, stone, and concrete. Pedestal bases are a natural fit for round tables — they create more legroom and an open feel. Metal bases can be finished in blackened steel, stainless steel, or brass. See our metal finishes page for the full range.
Base Styles
Canted Base
T-shaped Base
Frame Base
Wishbone Base
V-shaped Base
X-shaped Base
Table Top Styles
Center-Joint Classic
Signature Multi-Board Classic
Single Slab Classic
Center-Joint Live-Edge
Signature Multi-Board Live-Edge
Single Slab Live-Edge
Round Table Top Styles
Round Colorado
Round Live-Edge
Round
American Hardwoods
The wood defines the character of the table. Black walnut — our most requested species — is dark and dramatic, with a wavy grain that deepens under oil finishes. Maple is lighter and more subtle, with a creamy tone that takes well to a range of stains and clear coats. White oak brings warmth and fine grain, a natural fit for both traditional and contemporary designs. We also work in cherry, ash, and other domestic hardwoods. See our full wood species and finishes guide for details.
Finishing Options
Finishes range from matte oil to high-gloss lacquer, each chosen to complement the wood species and the design intent. Oil finishes bring out the natural depth of walnut and cherry. Polyurethane and lacquer provide a more protective, polished surface for high-use settings. Oak absorbs coating agents readily, producing enhanced contrast; maple, with its denser grain, yields a subtler effect. Shellac adds warmth and depth to walnut and cherry.
We also work with specialty techniques — fuming, ceruse, shou sugi ban (charred wood), and spalting — that give each table a distinct visual identity. Every project gets a finish recommendation based on the species, design direction, and how the table will be used.
Custom dining tables with chairs
We design complete dining environments — table, chairs, and benches — matched in wood species, finish, and design language. Live edge boards can be incorporated into chair backrests to create continuity with a slab table. We also build banquette seating for restaurants and residential dining rooms.
Seating Chart
Lead time and shipping
Lead time for custom dining tables is 10–12 weeks from design approval to delivery. We deliver personally throughout the Northeast and ship nationally and internationally via vetted freight partners. Tables are fully assembled and inspected in our workshop, then disassembled and crated for transit. Contact us to start a project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between oak, maple and walnut dining tables?
Oak is dense, scratch-resistant, and light in color with a fine grain. It takes clear finishes like polyurethane well, and oil finishes give it a warm, rustic tone in a light medium-brown hue.
Maple is highly durable with a subtle, creamy grain that adds lightness to a room. Polyurethane provides a clean, protective finish. Staining maple requires a pre-stain conditioner for even absorption.
Black walnut is our most popular species — rich dark brown with a wavy grain that responds beautifully to oil finishes. The choice of wood depends on your design goals, lighting, and how the table will be used. We’re happy to guide the selection.
How to maintain your custom made dining table?
The solid wood dining table requires minimal care and maintenance. Owners can use a damp cloth to remove stains or a mild and diluted soap solution that won’t affect the topcoat. It is important to keep the surface dry, so always wipe with a soft towel to remove any spillage. More important, however, is to keep the dining table away from drastic temperature differences, such as heat sources, as these can easily affect the finishing coat and even the surface of the wood, making it expand, and, eventually, crack. Proper placement, away from continuous sun exposure is key, as well as keeping stable room temperature, without sudden variations.
Can you modify the width of the live edge black walnut table?
Yes. A single-slab table can be widened using bookmatched pairs — two symmetrical slabs joined to form a continuous grain. We can also add solid wood boards between slabs to increase the width further without compromising the live edge character.
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STUDIO & WORKSHOP
276 Greenpoint Avenue
Building 9 Floor 5
Brooklyn, NY 11222
1 (347) 309-6217
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