Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Custom Wood Tables
We think about tables a lot!! We’re happy to share our experiences and learnings as you think about what you would like in your custom hardwood table.
Shapes
WHAT IS A SQUOVAL?
At Loewen Design Studios we offer a variety of table shapes including our newest shape that we call a squoval. It’s a combination of a square and an oval. Maybe more of a rectangle and an oval depending on the size
The combination is to take advantage of the best parts of both tables. Rectangles are great at using space well. They're very good for fitting a lot of people around your table and serving dishes on your table as well. The oval is best for conversation and seeing everyone around the table. So the squoval has the straight ends of a rectangle to give lots of space, and the long edges mirror an oval with a curve making it a perfect combination of the two.
This allows the table to still have all the room needed for people to sit around it, but lets all the people see each other well.
WHY DO I WANT A SQUOVAL?
Squovals are best for slightly larger tables. They are wonderful for tables that seat 3 or more along the long edge so they can all comfortably see each other while sitting at the table. With a standard rectangular table this can be difficult as the person in the middle would be in the way. The curved long edge that defines the squoval table shape is what makes this so special. It makes conversation more comfortable at the table for everyone. People don’t naturally make squares and rectangles when we talk; a squoval lets everyone chat comfortably.
We’ve been making solid hardwood dining tables for a long time, and with decades of furniture building experience on the team, we know we will make you a dining table that you will be proud to own for many years.
Custom Made in Ontario, Canada
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Through calls, drawings, and samples we’ll work with you to find the best design for your needs
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We use solid hardwoods that we finish with industry leading all natural sealants
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Canadian Made & Built To Last
30 Years+ Woodworking
From the beginning Loewen Design answered all our questions and was very easy to work with.
The table arrived exactly as ordered without any freight damage do to Loewen Designs careful packaging.The craftmanship of the table exceeded our expectations and we are very happy to recommend Loewen Design Studios to anyone looking for reliable custom table builder.
We love everything about our dining table from Loewen
Especially the craftsmanship and the customer service! You can tell this table is thoughtfully designed and well made from solid wood.Definitely a lifetime piece. We felt very taken care of.
We absolutely love our new table from Loewen Design Studios.
The table is beautiful and has become the main centerpiece of our home.The team at Loewen was very easy to work with. They were extremely helpful and very responsive to all our questions leading up to the purchase. Finally, the table was packaged really well and arrived without a scratch. I definitely recommend Loewen Design Studios if you need a piece of custom furniture.
After getting two damaged tables through Wayfair, we decided it was worth the investment to get a real wood table. I'm so glad we did. This table fits in perfectly with the vintage mid-century chairs we had already purchased, and it looks great in our home.
Our table from Lowen Design Studio is absolutely incredible!
Not only did they help design the table from scratch for our space, but they carefully constructed and deliver our table from Canada. The quality of the woodwork is impeccable and we would recommend working with Lowen Design Studio to anybody. We are so happy with our purchase!
Exceeds expectations! Beautiful table and expert craftsmanship.
This custom designed and sized table fits my room perfectly. The surface protectant wax material on the wood is great and keeps my kids messes easy to clean up. Highly recommend!
