Furniture for events is essential for the success of a celebration. Among them we have the tables, whose primary objective is the comfort and meet the needs of the attendees. In the functional area, it is important to know exactly the space in which the event will be held and the type of event to be held on that occasion.
The location and type of table allow the space to be divided into zones, thus improving the distribution of the space to be used. Likewise, it is of great importance to maintain a harmonious aesthetic with respect to the decoration, use of furniture and the reason for the celebration and the type of evening.
What are the most common types of tables used?
Event furniture contributes to the staging of the celebration. The first thing to take into account when defining the types of table is the material of the table to be used. The finishes represent the personality and tone of the event. Among the most common, we find wood, metallic or plastic finishes.
The type of table to be used is defined by the type of celebration.
- Folding table: They provide versatility when storing and transporting. Widely used by catering companies.
- Round table: Undoubtedly the most popular, it is ideal for the occupants to see each other and converse comfortably. These tables can seat up to 12 guests.
- Rectangular table: This type of table is often used at weddings and outdoor events, usually in country and verbena style, simulating the family table. The tables are usually distributed individually or together forming a long table.
- U-shaped table: This type of table is used in few occasions such as large banquets, or when you want to seat everyone at the same table as the hosts. It is a model more suitable for company meetings.
- Imperial table: This involves setting up a large table, using rectangular tabletops, to seat many guests around it. Two types of presidency can be implemented: French presidency, where the hosts are placed in the center of the table, facing each other and sharing the presidency with the guests; English presidency, where the hosts are placed at the head of the table (he at the entrance and she at the exit part of the service). This type of table is basically used at a wedding or similar event.
- High table: essential support table in any standing cocktail party and for waiter service in a seated menu.
How are tables set up at an event?
Once the type of event and the type of table to be used have been defined, the location of the tables must be defined, considering the flow of people, the service and communication between the tables, trying to combine functional needs and comfort of the attendees.
- Catering area: This is a space where guests enjoy the food and drink served by the caterer, either in cocktail mode (with high tables) or banquet (tables where guests are seated).
- Show zone: In case the event includes some kind of show. In this area it is important to focus the collective attention on a single point.
- Rest area: The purpose of this area is to facilitate relaxation, relationship and communication among users. For this purpose, a pleasant aesthetic must be created, which can be achieved with hammocks, loungers, comfortable armchairs and even side tables.
As can be seen, the choice of the type of tables and their location for an event depends on the type of event, decoration, goal of the event, functionality and comfort of the attendees.
The tablecloths that cover the catering tables, usually made of plastic, are a very important part of the decoration of the space. space. In Artigot Catering, we offer a wide variety of table linens and centerpieces to decorate and set the atmosphere of your event in a personalized way.
