The Habitat tulip table feels fresh and retro at the same time, with that smooth round ... of cool marble and dark wood creates a sophisticated contrast that adds depth to any dining space.

In the next room, friends and strangers were gathered around a table covered in bottles and glassware, sharing splashes of brown liquor and their takes on Mount Desert Island restaurants ...

It's available in three finishes –marble; glossy lacquer; or wood with leather inserts – and, although each material brings its own character, the overarching serenity of form remains constant.