More Trends From Diffa: Place Settings With Messages, Curtain Dividers, and Neutral Palettes

The New York School of Interior Design's setting

A curtain of 4,000 Swarovski crystals hung above David Rockwell's table, dividing it down the center. Lighting built into the floor uplit the crystals, creating a sparkling effect.

Razortoothdesign's black and white dining space was also divided by a curtain made of a foamy netted material. The fabric was cut and draped to create a place mat for each place setting.

Students from the Fashion Institute of Technology worked with David Stark to create "To Grandmother's House We Go," a Little Red Riding Hood-themed setting. Each seat at the table had a plate with a humorous image of a grandmother and a place card with a short message about each woman.

Architectural Digest's table had plates with inspirational quotes from notable people such as Anne Frank and Christopher Reeve.

At Disney's table, napkins read "What kind of world do you want to create?"

2Michaels created a warm, earthy space with neutral-colored items such as sheepskin throws, a paper divider, and a woven rug.

Moore & Giles stuck to a neutral palette when designing Architectural Digest's table. Elements included a chandelier, rug, and chairs in shades of beige.

Michael Tavano worked with students from the New York School of Interior Design to create a dramatic space with a neutral table setting and walls covered in strips of wood.