The first thing to notice about this lovely buffet has to be the way the style matches the space’s design personality. When you walk in and see this room and this table, you can immediately recognize the host’s casual, comfortable country design style.

Every element on the buffet complements every other element in the room. The rustic table fits perfectly into the space and serves as just the right space to set up a buffet. Notice the wrought iron candelabra, with a simple style that connects well with the room. Simple serving dishes and casual serving pieces are supported by a denim napkin, adding just the right touch or softness to the display while keeping that amazing wood top exposed to view. Flowers would be a nice touch, but the table may be too small – so the host has placed a rich fall display on a side table.

A couple of functional changes would be a good idea. Instead of placing the silverware and napkins on the plates, wrapping the forks in napkins and placing them in a glass or pitcher would make it easier for people to grab their serving pieces before they select their food. When you plan a buffet, even a small one, think about managing traffic efficiently so lines stay short. Other than this minor detail, this rustic buffet demonstrates a design style that is as appealing as the food.