Dark tones dull the appetite. Examples of colors that cool the appetite are dark green, navy blue, gray and black. It may do well to know in which manner the client is paying for a reception. If they are paying per person, it would benefit the hotel to have the guests eat and drink less, hence locating them in a darker room would be a wiser choice. However, clients that are paying on a consumption basis would benefit the hotel sales in a brighter room.
Round tables are the easiest for the staff to service and they maximize interaction among guests.
Chair backs should be placed from two to three feet apart. These photos in a file provide a reference and you will not have to rely on memory to recreate a theme or special setup. Once the guests are seated they will spend the rest of the meal function looking at the table. The table presentation sets expectations for the meal and should reflect the theme. The colors of the napery should not clash with the carpet or wall treatments.