I've been tasked with building a dining table for a neighbor from some walnut that he had cut with his father many years ago. There is some very nice boards in the lot, but unfortunately, they are all planed to just a bit over 3/4". I am trying to come up with a design that will look classy and light, and allow me to use minimal glue ups for the legs, trestle, or whatever. I think they are leaning towards a more traditional design, but they seem to be open to suggestions. I will need to try and avoid compound angles or curved joints as the budget is limited. Any ideas out there?

Thanks, Dan