A small-space dining table needs to earn its footprint: a drawer or shelf can...

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A small-space dining table needs to earn its footprint: a drawer or shelf can corral mail and chargers, while a drop-leaf or extension adds seats for holidays. Plan on 24 inches per person, then check the table’s open size against your room and walkways.