A nice welcome is to put a round pedestal table 120cm alone in the centre with a couple of dining chairs either side of the hall table if they fit - otherwise just one that you can bring over to the table when need be. Alternately, or also, you could put a couple of 'x' shaped cowhide stools behind the couch to bring to the table. The table becomes a servery for parties or somewhere for occasional work or games table etc. It is important to keep the table clear with maybe fresh flowers or a plant at all other times as it is your entry. Also, do not add anything - like chairs - to the back wall as it would give a cluttered look. Best wishes.

I suspect the easiest and most efficient way is to get a custom table built to accommodate your bench seating. I would use chairs that could be moved away from the table when not eating which would add to your counter space as well. I'm not sure about wheels on a table that will have so much traffic around it because it could cause an accident if someone leans against it not expecting it to move. I can also see youngsters getting into a game of push/pull with the table at the most inopportune moment. :D

Suggested spacing is between 600-800mm from edge of table - so that chairs remain in the rug when being used/pulled out to use. With this in mind, and the close proximity to the wall you may even consider a square rug. Add diameter plus 2x600 to get correct size. Check www.therugest.com/Panama as an option. Cheers Richard

A circular pedestal table in the middle topped with a plant is a classic solution. What size space is it? Do you have any photos to post?