Very cool build!! I built a round dining table a few years back for our new house. I personally love the looks of a round dining table and see no issue with passing large bowls across the table. I based my design off of Tim Coleman's table that I saw in person at the Gallery at Somes Sound in Somesville, Maine. The gallery is about 15 minutes away and I grew up with the owners son. Tyra, the owner, is an incredibly wonderful person and lets me stop by to check out all the wonderful pieces she has on display from some of the best furniture makers in the country. I was able to look Tim's round table up close and personal to see the joinery details. I made the table from some Honduran Mahogany that was gifted to me from someone who purchased the wood back in the 70's which he got sick of hauling around with him over the years. He intended on building a table at some point but really never got into woodworking.
Posted a couple pictures of the table below, don't mind the ugly carpet and the mixed up chairs. Working on some chairs to match the table now. I also am not trying to hijack your thread, just wanted to compare the different round table designs and confirm that having a round table in your dining room is amazing!
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