1. Overview

Whether you are throwing a wedding reception in Karen, hosting a corporate party in Nairobi, or having an event along the Kenyan coastline, proper choice of chairs and tables could be very instrumental in enhancing comfort during the party. The furniture must match the venue, number of guests, event, and arrangement of the event.

As opposed to decorations, flowers, or other party items, furniture is something that guests will engage with long before they experience all the other things in your event. The correct choice of furniture can help make your guests comfortable, easy to interact and move around.

If the furniture chosen does not match your venue, number of guests, or event arrangement, then it would be difficult to arrange your event due to various factors. It is necessary to analyze each furniture item in relation to the above factors before hiring.

There are various choices you can make in terms of chairs and tables, such as banquet, cocktail, Chiavari, acrylic, and folding chairs, among others.

2. The Foundation – Choosing the Right Event Tables

The tables influence the design of the venue as well as the function of the venue. In choosing the tables for your event, you should consider the number of guests attending, the type of event, the space available, and interaction with the guests.

Banquet Tables for Traditional & Grand Dinners

Best used for: Weddings, banquets, corporate dinner meetings, and all other kinds of grand occasions.

The reason why it works: The use of tables in the banquet setting can be effective for the meal, conversation, and presentation. Both round and rectangular tables can be useful for such events, depending on the floor plan of the place, guest count, and necessary service style. Such tables are frequently used for weddings, dinner parties, business functions, and similar events.

Cocktail Tables for Dynamic Networking

Why it works: All events that are mobile and social will require high cocktail tables. They foster the movement and mingling that your guests will enjoy, as well as making the most out of space. With these tables, guests can casually move about the room holding a drink or canapé in hand, making this one of the best options for professional functions centered on networking.

3. Seating Perfection – Finding the Best Event Chairs

After you have set your tables up, the kind of chairs you choose is what will transform your event from an average event to a luxurious one. These are the best chairs to look out for in Kenya when planning events.

Gold Standard Chairs: Chiavari chairs are considered gold standard chairs for all sorts of events like wedding ceremonies and VIP corporate setups. Chiavari chairs come with a lightweight and durable construction, classic vertical lines and slimmer frame. Available in either gold, silver or even white colors, Chiavari chairs can turn your ordinary dining room into something regal.

Modern Ghost Chairs (Acrylic)

Avant-Garde: If you want to find chairs for your events planning that have an avant-garde style in them, then nothing can be better than acrylic ghost chairs. 

Because of their see-through property, they help give you a minimalist look which allows even the most small areas to appear spacious and bright. Because these chairs blend with other components of your setting, they allow your other components such as flowers and table linen to become more prominent without any distraction.

Folding and Garden Chairs for More Casual Events

Combination of Practicality and Comfort: If you are looking for chairs that work perfectly well for large groups of people, outdoor functions or garden events where comfort and practicality should be taken care of, folding and garden chairs are the way to go. 

Extremely light-weighted and durable, these chairs are very easy to arrange and can accommodate your guests in hours of your ceremony or celebration.

4. How to Match Your Chairs and Tables Like a Pro

It is just one step in choosing individual items; the trick to event styling is how well your pieces complement each other.

Rule of Proportion: Always match table heights to chair clearances. Regular dining tables need chairs whose seat height offers leg room, while high cocktail bars would call for matching bar stools. Incompatibility of these elements will make it difficult for your guests to eat and network.

Color Complementarity & Theme: Be very careful with the color complementation and theme of your metal finish, wood finish, and cushion colors. Complement neutral colored table linens or rustic wood finishes with bright cushions and metallic chairs to achieve that unique high-end style.

Venue Space Considerations: The physical limitations of your venue must always be considered. Make sure there is enough space for dancing, walking around without stumbling, for ease of movement by the serving staff, and for as many guests as possible.

5. Why Renting from Lumi Events Makes All the Difference

Selecting furniture suppliers for events entails more than just choosing tables and chairs. There should also be a look at the availability of the furniture, its condition, delivery details, and whether the furniture meets your needs.

Selection of Furniture: LUMI Events provides various kinds of furniture for organizing an event. Chairs and tables can be chosen by the client based on the theme of the event, number of guests attending the event, and needs of the venue. This is because furniture should be prepared before delivery.

Delivery and Collection: Given the type of booking and event venue, delivery and collection services can make the process of moving furniture for an event easy. The client is expected to be clear about the delivery zones, timing, setting up, and costs.

Planning for Logistics at the Event: It will help in reducing the number of activities that need to be done during the time of the event by making preparations regarding the logistics of furniture before the event.

6. FAQs

1. How far in advance should I reserve my furniture?

It is recommended that you make your furniture reservation several months in advance, especially when having an event or a wedding at busy times, especially when you will need a lot of furniture or when you want a particular kind of chair and table.

2. Can LUMI Events deliver the furniture beyond Nairobi?

This will depend on the location of your event and the particular furniture you need. If your event location is not in Nairobi, please contact LUMI Events to ascertain if delivery can be done to your location, and discuss the relevant logistics and fees.

3. What is the process of calculating the number of chairs and tables according to my guest list?

This depends on your expected number of guests as well as the type of seating you would like to have and also the venue layout for your event.

4. Are the chairs that will be hired cushioned (Chiavari or folding)?

The provision of cushions depends on the type of chair as well as the choice of the renting option. Should you need cushioned chairs, ensure that you know what cushion designs are available during the time of booking.

5. What happens in case weather conditions become worse at an outdoor event?

There must always be a backup plan for weather conditions for outdoor events. It may be possible to use a tent or some sort of roof structure in case of any bad weather. Talk to your event coordinator in advance about how you will arrange the furniture in case of any need.

7. Call to Action

Do you plan to host an event in Kenya? The right selection of chairs and tables is a sure way to ensure that the venue looks comfortable. Browse through the range of LUMI Events’ furniture and select from the available range according to your number of guests, venue, type of event, and style.

Are you now ready to make your dream come true? Visit the Lumi Events collection now or connect with us directly to get the best event furniture for your event in Kenya!