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Dining Furniture for New Zealand Homes

The dining room is one of the most-used rooms in a home. It is where everyday meals, long Sunday lunches, birthdays and friends over for dinner all happen. A well-considered dining space brings the table, the chairs and the room together, with each piece chosen to sit comfortably alongside the others. Our dining furniture collection brings together dining tables, dining chairs, bar stools and dining storage, with pieces from our own McW Collection and established New Zealand brands including David Shaw, Global Design and Montreux, alongside leading international designers such as Calligaris, Connubia, Ethnicraft, Halo, Sorenmobler, Vincent Sheppard, Malta Design, College Design and Woven+. Whether you are styling a coastal Mount Maunganui home, an Auckland apartment, a family home in Hamilton, a Wellington villa or a contemporary Christchurch build, there is a considered dining piece here to suit.

Dining Tables, Dining Chairs, Bar Stools and Dining Storage

A well-built dining setting usually involves four key types of pieces, each playing a clear role.

Dining Tables

The dining table anchors the room. Our dining table range spans round, rectangular, oval and extendable designs in solid timber, oak, ceramic and stone, including custom-made New Zealand pieces from McW Collection, David Shaw and Southern Creations alongside designs from top international brands Ethnicraft, Calligaris, Sorenmobler and Global Design.

Dining Chairs

Comfort is at the heart of a well-chosen dining chair. Long dinners, family meals and slow conversations all rely on a seat that feels good to be in. Our range includes upholstered, leather, fabric, timber and moulded polymer styles, from the upholstered McW Collection Rick dining chair through to designs from Calligaris, Connubia, Ethnicraft and Halo.

Bar Stools

Bar stools anchor a kitchen island, breakfast bar or counter. Our range includes counter-height and bar-height options in upholstered, leather, timber and woven designs, including swivel and fixed-base styles.

Dining Storage

Dining storage covers buffets, sideboards and display cabinets, designed to hold glassware, crockery, linen and serving pieces, while adding considered display surface to a dining space.

Dining Room Essentials

A well-considered dining room usually brings together a few key pieces. The dining table acts as the centrepiece, anchoring the room and shaping how the space is used day to day. Dining chairs sit around it, ideally chosen with comfort in mind for long meals and slow conversations. A buffet, sideboard or display cabinet adds storage for glassware, crockery and linen, while also offering a styled surface for display. Bar stools come into the picture where a kitchen island, breakfast bar or counter is part of the room. And lighting, while not furniture, plays a quiet role in setting the tone, with a pendant or chandelier above the table softening the space and anchoring the dining area visually. You do not need every piece. Most considered dining spaces start with a table and chairs, then build out from there as the room and lifestyle call for it.

Materials and Finishes Across Our Dining Furniture Range

Our dining furniture spans a curated range of materials, each bringing a different character to a space.

Timber

Timber is the most adaptable material across dining pieces. Oak, walnut, ash and mahogany all wear beautifully over time, and timber pieces work across both contemporary and more classic homes. Our range includes solid timber pieces from Ethnicraft, Sorenmobler, Southern Creations and the McW Collection.

Ceramic and sintered stone

Ceramic and sintered stone tops offer the look of natural stone with greater durability and easier care. They suit homes where the dining table is used heavily every day. Calligaris and Connubia both offer ceramic-top dining tables in the range.

Upholstery and leather

Upholstered and leather dining chairs and bar stools bring comfort and a quieter, more refined feel to a dining space. They tend to suit homes where meals are enjoyed slowly and comfort is a priority.

Woven and rattan

Woven and rattan dining chairs and bar stools bring texture and warmth, working particularly well in homes that lean coastal, natural or contemporary. Vincent Sheppard and Woven+ are known for their woven dining pieces.

Metal

Metal frames and bases bring a quieter, architectural edge to a dining space. They pair beautifully with timber tops, ceramic tops and woven seating, layering material contrast without weight.

Polymer and moulded designs

Contemporary polymer dining chairs and bar stools, including polycarbonate and polypropylene designs, offer modern, sculptural silhouettes with hard-wearing everyday performance. They are lightweight, easy to clean and available in a wide range of finishes and colours, making them a strong choice for family homes, open-plan kitchens and considered contemporary interiors.

Dining Furniture by Our Designers and Brands

Our dining furniture comes from a curated mix of New Zealand makers and leading international designers.

McW Collection

The McW Collection is our in-house range of dining furniture, designed to suit a wide range of homes and styles. Modern shapes sit alongside more classic silhouettes, spanning dining tables, dining chairs and buffets, so it is easy to build a considered dining setting from within one collection. Signature pieces include the Cove, Curve and Thumb dining tables, the Rick, Sleigh, Alton and Jima dining chairs, and the Baxter and Joseph buffets. The Langham dining table is designed and made in New Zealand, available as a custom-made piece tailored to your space and finish.

Belle Interiors Collection

Belle Interiors is McKenzie & Willis' own design-led furniture brand, founded in Christchurch in 1978 by Colin Foggo, designed and made in New Zealand. While Belle is best known for sofas, armchairs and upholstery, Belle pieces also sit comfortably alongside the wider dining range.

Calligaris

Calligaris is one of Italy's most recognised designer brands, known for refined, contemporary dining and living furniture with strong sculptural presence. Our Calligaris range includes dining chairs, bar stools, extendable dining tables and design-led shelving, with signature pieces including the Saint Tropez chair and bar stool family, the Silhouette Extension Dining Table, the Parisienne dining chair and the Circles Shelf. Many Calligaris pieces are available in customisable finishes and materials upon request.

Connubia

Connubia is the contemporary sister brand of Calligaris, with a focus on modern Italian dining design and considered material innovation.

Ethnicraft

Ethnicraft is a Belgian design house known for honest, timber-led furniture with strong, sculptural silhouettes and a calm, contemporary feel. The Bok and Circle dining tables are signature pieces from the range.

Sorenmobler

Sorenmobler brings Scandinavian heritage to its dining range, with a focus on natural timber, considered proportions and timeless design.

Halo

Halo is known for premium upholstered furniture, including refined upholstered dining chairs designed for considered, long-dining homes.

David Shaw

David Shaw is one of New Zealand's most established furniture brands, with a focus on locally crafted, considered design and quality construction.

Global Design

Global Design brings contemporary international design sensibility to its dining range, including the Waning round dining table.

Malta Design

Malta Design brings a refined European sensibility to its dining chairs and bar stools, with considered proportions and clean, modern detailing.

Montreux

Montreux offers premium timber dining furniture with a focus on quality craftsmanship.

Vincent Sheppard

Vincent Sheppard is a Belgian brand known for its design-led woven and rattan furniture, including dining chairs and bar stools that bring texture and warmth to a dining space.

Woven+

Woven+ specialises in woven and textural furniture, with dining chairs and bar stools designed to add natural material interest to a contemporary dining space.

College Design

College Design offers considered contemporary dining pieces with a focus on quality and finish.

New Zealand Made Dining Furniture

A number of our dining tables are designed and made in New Zealand, including the Willis, Antibes and Langham ranges. These pieces are built to order, with the choice of finish, timber and proportion so the table suits your space exactly. The wider New Zealand-made dining range also includes locally crafted designs from David Shaw, alongside design-led international pieces from Calligaris, Connubia, Ethnicraft, Halo, Sorenmobler, Vincent Sheppard and Woven+. Speak with our team in showroom or online if you would like guidance on the New Zealand-made and custom options in the current range.

Looking for Living Room Tables?

This collection is focused on dining furniture. If you are styling a living room or lounge, browse our living room tables collection for coffee tables, side tables and console tables, all curated to sit together in a New Zealand living room.

Common Questions About Dining Furniture

What should I consider when buying dining furniture?

When choosing dining furniture, the most important factors are the size of the room, the number of people you regularly seat, the materials that suit how the space is used, and the proportion between table height and chair height. Most dining tables sit between 71 and 76 centimetres high, with dining chair seats around 46 to 51 centimetres, leaving a comfortable 25 to 30 centimetre gap for your legs. For sizing, leave 90 to 120 centimetres of clearance around the table so chairs can be pulled out freely, and allow 60 to 75 centimetres of table edge per diner. For shape, round and square tables suit smaller or square rooms, while rectangular and oval tables work well in longer or larger spaces.

What size dining table do I need for my room?

A simple way to find the right dining table size is to measure your room and subtract 180 centimetres, leaving around 90 centimetres of clearance on all sides. This is the comfortable minimum for chairs to be pulled out without bumping the walls behind them. For sizing by seating, allow around 60 to 75 centimetres of table edge per diner. A four-seat dining table is typically 120 to 140 centimetres long, a six-seat dining table around 180 to 200 centimetres, and an eight-seat dining table around 220 to 260 centimetres. For round dining tables, a 110 centimetre table seats four, and a 150 centimetre table seats six.

What furniture do I need for a dining room?

A considered dining room usually includes four key pieces: a dining table as the centrepiece, dining chairs around it, dining storage such as a buffet or sideboard, and lighting that suits the room's scale. Many dining rooms also include bar stools when paired with a kitchen island or breakfast bar, and some homes add display cabinets or shelving for crockery and glassware. You do not need all of these, but together they cover the main needs of a dining space.

What is the difference between dining furniture and a dining set?

Dining furniture refers to the individual pieces that make up a dining space, including dining tables, dining chairs, bar stools, buffets and sideboards. A dining set, by contrast, is a coordinated bundle of pieces, usually a table with matching chairs, sold and styled together. Dining furniture gives you more flexibility to mix materials, brands and styles, which can create a more considered, layered look. A dining set is simpler and quicker to choose, but tends to feel more uniform.

What is the difference between bar height and counter height stools?

Counter-height stools have seats around 65 to 70 centimetres high, designed to suit a standard kitchen counter of about 90 centimetres. Bar-height stools have seats around 75 to 80 centimetres high, designed to suit a higher bar or breakfast bar of about 105 to 110 centimetres. As a general rule, aim for a 25 to 30 centimetre gap between the seat and the surface above. Always measure your counter or bar before deciding, as custom-built kitchens can vary.

Should dining chairs match the dining table?

Dining chairs do not need to match the dining table exactly. Some of the most considered dining spaces deliberately pair contrasting materials, such as upholstered chairs with a solid timber table, or woven chairs with a ceramic top. As a general rule, choose chairs that share one design cue with the table, such as a tonal match or a complementary leg style, while letting form and material vary across the room.

What is the best material for dining furniture?

The best dining material depends on how the space is used. Solid timber dining tables and chairs add warmth, depth and craft, and develop character with age. Oak, teak, ash, mindi and mahogany wood all wear beautifully over time. Ceramic and sintered stone tops are heat-resistant, scratch-resistant and easy to wipe clean, which makes them well suited to family homes. Upholstered, leather and woven dining chairs bring comfort and a calmer, more refined feel. Mixed-material designs combine timber tops with metal frames for a lighter, more architectural look.

Can I order custom-made dining furniture?

Can I order custom-made dining furniture? Yes. Several pieces in our dining range are available as custom-made, giving you the choice of finish, timber, size or upholstery to suit your space. The Langham dining table from the McW Collection and the Willis and Antibes dining tables from Southern Creations are all built to order in New Zealand. Selected Calligaris dining tables are available with custom finishes and material options, and Belle Interiors Collection upholstered pieces can be tailored in fabric and detail. Visit a showroom or speak with our team online to start a custom enquiry.

Do you offer New Zealand-made dining furniture?

Do you offer New Zealand-made dining furniture? Yes. Our range includes locally crafted pieces from several New Zealand brands, including David Shaw, Global Design and Montreux, alongside custom-made New Zealand-made dining tables from Southern Creations and the McW Collection. Our international designers in the range include Calligaris, Connubia, Ethnicraft, Halo, Sorenmobler, Vincent Sheppard, Woven+, Malta Design and College Design.

What is the difference between a buffet and a sideboard?

The terms buffet and sideboard are often used interchangeably in New Zealand. Both refer to long, low storage pieces designed to hold glassware, crockery, linen and serving pieces in a dining space. Many of our buffets and sideboards work beautifully in a dining room, living room, hallway or larger entryway, depending on the size of the space.

Dining Furniture at McKenzie & Willis

For more than 120 years, McKenzie & Willis has been one of New Zealand's most trusted names in furniture and interiors. Our dining furniture is chosen from a curated mix of custom-made pieces from the McW Collection alongside designs from leading international and New Zealand designers, each selected for its design integrity, build quality and ability to sit comfortably in a New Zealand home. Visit us at one of our showrooms or browse online with confidence.