b'Mystic bowls andsushi dishes, white platter: Akali09 300 9404asian inspirationResene EndorphinAsian cuisine, in all its myriad forms, has become hugely popular over the last Art: Gretchen Albrecht decade. In addition to being a healthy dining choice, it is also seen by many as the chic new dining option. Creating a tabletop to complement an Asian meal can be achieved using a minimal number of elementsin fact, with such a look, the less is more maxim certainly applies. Composition, balance, colour, and the simplicity of Resenethe objects are fundamental to its success. Depending on the regional cuisine Digeridooyoure serving, you can create quite different effects, from the rich, vibrant Soy sauce bowl:red-and-gold scheme of a Chinese table, to the calmer, more subdued tones Pacico 09 379 4674Coasters: stylists own of a Japanese meal, such as the one shown here.This table is characterised by simple, clean shapes and colours and a natural look. Rather than using a tablecloth, the table has been left bare, with the wood forming a natural-textured canvas for the smooth ceramic dinnerware. ReseneThe plates are two-toned, with a matt black exterior and a bright aqua glaze Groovyinside, adding a cool, soothing element to the table. Small square bamboo Flowers: Vida Florescoasters act as placemats, highlighting the tall rice bowls set on top of each 09 523 5454one. A shallow, square sushi dish is placed in front of each setting, while a white serving dish set on a single large leaf acts as a centrepiece and contrasts nicely with the black bowls. The geometric shapes and symmetry of this tabletop give it a Zen-like purity.Resene Tea| 65'