Currently, white tableware is being replaced by colored tableware in the interior and gastronomy sectors. Image: House Doctor
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Coloured ceramics: white plates are passé

Pia Seidel
9.12.2018
Translation: machine translated

Snacking from other people's plates is not a good idea. But taking inspiration for your own table setting is.

Despite their different cuisines, the Zurich restaurants I visited recently have one thing in common: their crockery. They seem to have embraced the designs of designers who are increasingly bringing coloured plates onto the market instead of white ones. Much to my delight, as this opens up unconventional possibilities for creating a feast for the eyes when setting the table.

Here I show you how colourful the new tableware sets are with dining plates. If you are looking for matching breakfast plates, bowls and co., click through the entire range or type in the desired series in the search field.

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1. earth tones

For me, earthenware in brown, red or ochre radiates warmth, even on a concrete table. Even small additions such as wooden spoons and sticks make your table setting look even more inviting.

Image: HK Living
Image: HK Living
Image: HK Living
Image: HK Living
HK Living Home Chef Ceramics (1 x, 26 cm)
Plates

HK Living Home Chef Ceramics

1 x, 26 cm

HK Living Hulst (1 x, 26.50 cm)
Plates

HK Living Hulst

1 x, 26.50 cm

HK Living Kyoto (1 x, 20 cm)
Plates

HK Living Kyoto

1 x, 20 cm

HK Living Home Chef Ceramics (1 x, 26 cm)

HK Living Home Chef Ceramics

2. shades of blue

Although I find this colour scheme cool, I counteract it by combining it with reddish textiles such as napkins. If you have a wooden table, blue plates automatically look warmer.

Image: House Doctor
Image: House Doctor
Rosenthal June
Plates
CHF32.83

Rosenthal June

Bloomingville Pixie
Plates
−14%
only 8 of 8 remaining on sale
CHF9.70 was CHF11.30

Bloomingville Pixie

Broste Copenhagen Nordic
Plates
CHF22.70

Broste Copenhagen Nordic

Rosenthal June
CHF32.83

Rosenthal June

Bloomingville Pixie
−14%
only 8 of 8 remaining on sale
CHF9.70 was CHF11.30

Bloomingville Pixie

Broste Copenhagen Nordic
CHF22.70

Broste Copenhagen Nordic

3. shades of grey

Grey tableware sets are just as cool. To avoid sending shivers down your guests' spines, counteract this by combining them with brass cutlery and warm colours such as beige or Bordeaux. Of course, it can also be nice to arrange a table setting tone on tone. It becomes cosy in combination with candlelight.

Image: House Doctor
Image: House Doctor
Image: House Doctor
Image: House Doctor
House Doctor North (1 x, 26.50 cm)
Plates

House Doctor North

1 x, 26.50 cm

Cosy&Trendy Spiaggia (1 x, 28 cm)
Plates

Cosy&Trendy Spiaggia

1 x, 28 cm

4. motifs

Painted ceramics are not new, but they are bold. I used to avoid it because I was worried that I might not like it at some point. Now I'm trying my hand at individual plates and combining them with plain-coloured ones. Because even single motif plates make a place setting an eye-catcher without the need for additional decoration.

Image: HK Living
Image: HK Living
HK Living Schagen (1 x, 25 cm)
Plates

HK Living Schagen

1 x, 25 cm

Bloomingville Rio (1 x, 22 cm)
Plates

Bloomingville Rio

1 x, 22 cm

Villeroy & Boch Caro (1 x, 21 cm)
Plates

Villeroy & Boch Caro

1 x, 21 cm

5. shades of green

Just like plants, plates in green also have a revitalising effect. Salads look crisper on them and spring arrives in the dining room regardless of the temperature.

Image: HK Living
Image: HK Living
Bloomingville Rio (1 x, 28.50 cm)
Plates

Bloomingville Rio

1 x, 28.50 cm

Bloomingville Ella (1 x, 27 cm)
Plates

Bloomingville Ella

1 x, 27 cm

Bloomingville Palm (1 x, 20 cm)
Plates

Bloomingville Palm

1 x, 20 cm

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Header image: Currently, white tableware is being replaced by colored tableware in the interior and gastronomy sectors. Image: House Doctor

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