Designers offer tips to maximize seating for entertaining
The Columbian
Published: December 12, 2012, 4:00pm
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Kyle Schuneman
The cowhide ottoman functions normally as a coffee table but for parties the tray is removed for extra seating. The two Eames stools work well for impromptu seating.
The joy of home entertaining during the holiday season often comes with a challenge: How do you provide enough seating for a roomful of holiday revelers with just a sofa and a few chairs? Are there creative options besides resorting to folding chairs?
Los Angeles-based interior designer Betsy Burnham frequently hears from clients who want help solving this puzzle.
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