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Design classics – 5 favorite toddler’s tables and chairs
If you follow my blog for some time, you probably won’t be surprised by this selection. If it comes to children’s furniture, I adore the design classics. I believe there are not many modern brands that offer the same kind of quality as it was made and designed in the mid-century. I always ask myself why we should compromise the aesthetics in regards to children’s furniture? The products for kids should be well designed and made from the best materials. I often hear an argument – but kids grow so fast, it makes no sense to invest in something that you would not use for a long time! Well, the answer is simple, you can always keep the product for newcomers in your family or resell, and this way, you ensure furniture’s long life. Quality of the design and material are here, of course, essential.
The better the furniture is made, the longer it will stay with us.
Let’s talk more about selecting a table and chair for the little ones. When do they need it? Each child is different, but I believe around the age of two, kids can have some serious fun with a play table and a chair. Creating a little corner at home with such a set will give a chance to your child to learn independence and enjoy having their own space. Think about snack time or crafts; many play tables can also be used for just playing with Lego or wooden blocks on them.
Here are my 5 favorite toddler table and chair sets, and a few tips to help you choose well.
Hans Wagner – Peter’s child chair and table
The story of this set started with a CH410 Peter’s Chair. Famous Danish designer Hans J. Wegner created it during World War II. Finding quality products at wartime in Europe was not easy. Wegner needed a suitable christening gift for Peter, the son of his friend and fellow furniture designer Børge Mogensen. He took matters into his own hands and crafted the present himself. He built a smart and straightforward chair that would work as both a functional piece of furniture and an engaging toy. This furniture you can quickly assemble without the use of tools! It can be great excitement for children and adults alike. The matching table was born too. After going into production, Peter’s Chair and Table have remained cherished classics.
The table has a hight of 46 by 45 x 72 cm; the seat height of the chair is 37.5 cm.
Anothercountry – Kids stool one
Anothercountry is a British furniture company that designs and makes contemporary furniture in the UK and Europe — inspired by archetype, simple forms, and traditional wood craftsmanship. The Anothercountry kid’s table and stool are made from oak wood, a very durable material, able to withstand hard wear and tear from whatever you put it through.
“ We took familiar forms of craft furniture and pared them back to their most basic elements, using the most efficient workshop techniques and the best quality wood. (…) An antidote to ungainly throwaway children’s furniture, the kid’s stool is made from solid oak and is an adaptation of traditional three-legged stool “.
Beautiful set of furniture for children for a more traditional style home.
Alvar Aalto Artek set of table and chairs for children.
I personally can’t imagine more simple and practical design!
Classic set consisting of chairs and a table for children is designed by Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) and produced by Artek.
Alvar Aalto is recognized today as one of the greatest masters of modern architecture. This Alvar Aalto desk or play table is specially designed for children and has been in various kindergarten classes in Finland for generations. Made of solid birch wood and birch plywood. The rounding in the back provides comfort and support. This beautiful set features the iconic L-shaped curved wooden legs. You probably recognize these shapes from popular Ikea furniture, which obviously ‘took inspiration’ from this timeless design classic.
The table has a size of 100x60cm and is 60 cm high. The chair is in total 60 cm high, 38 cm deep, and 35 cm wide. The seat height of the chair is 37.5 cm.
What should you consider when choosing the right children table and chair?
Size. Not all the tables are the same! Depending on your child’s age and size, some sets are more appropriate than others. Tables that come with chairs that match are an excellent option. Buying online could be tricky, as sometimes we lose the sense of scale, so please always check the measurement before purchase.
Material. Of course, you would like something safe and sturdy. No one wishes that a chair will tip over easily when your child is sitting on it. The best choice of material will be solid hardwood, plywood or very popular now, cute looking rattan. It’s light and easy to move around. I personally like the more stable and sturdy look, and that my kid can also jump on the furniture or climb on it, without any risk. I would suggest checking if the furniture includes any MDF, as the production of this material can consist of not good chemicals, and it’ easy to damage and chopped off the surface, which we really don’t want.
Find the right corner at your home to place the table and chairs. You want to make sure that you will be able to keep an eye on your child and hear them if calling.
OYOY – Rainbow mini table with chair and bench
Danish brand launched this cute set recently, and I believe it will be popular in the coming year. If you like the trendy boho style and natural interiors, this is the right choice for you.
It is made of bamboo. You can style this OYOY table with a chair or bench belonging to the same series. The company advice: if the table is to be used for drawing and painting, we recommend putting a cloth over the top or using placemats. One of the significant advantages of this is that it will be lightweight, so it would be easy to move around even by a small child.
The table has a height of only 44,5 by 67 x 48 cm.
Rafa-kids – B table and B bench
This table has many of the playful Rafa-kids tricks. Try to find the hidden drawers behind the beautiful wooden front! Worktop has high-quality laminate in white and black. To change the color, rotate it! Do you need to hang a little backpack or a bag at the side – we have you covered. Order the cute wooden pegs, and it’s done.
Inspired by simple and minimal forms, this B table and bench would fit perfectly in the modern family home. This set was designed to offer you a piece of sturdy and elegant furniture for your child. We believe it’s matching perfectly with bench, which is wide enough to fit two kids! Or a parent is sitting next to a child.
The table has a comfortable height of 60cm and is 85 x 50cm big. It is neatly flat-packed with no screws! All smart connectors are built-in, making the assembly a real fun. Put it together with your kids!
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