Designed to make every table… a scene.

Rent a tablescape in a box

The Scene Setter helps you host effortlessly with beautifully pre-designed table settings for intimate Bay Area gatherings of up to 30 guests. Team with The Scene Setter to experience:

Ease in your life - with a few clicks, take “table styling” off your to-do list.
A celebration of uniquely sourced artisan products without the buyer commitment. Our table designs showcase products from small businesses, artists & designers from the U.S. and beyond.
Support of sustainability practices by embracing the circular economy (and, by the way, no storage needed!)
Memory making - go ahead, throw a party that maybe you hadn’t even planned. There’s nothing better than food shared in a beautiful setting.

See details below on the reservation process.

Browse our table designs and pick the one that best fits your personal style or the vibe of your gathering.
Select a date and guest count for your gathering based on availability of your selected table design.
At checkout, select your preferred service: doorstep delivery or personal pickup from our Oakland studio. Delivery is only available to locations in Northern California’s Bay Area. All rentals are to be returned the day following your gathering. No need to wash—simply rinse and pack everything back up. We’ll take care of the rest!

Custom Styling Services

We also offer bespoke table design consultations for those interested in investing in tableware purchases or simply adding a few new elements to enhance your existing collection.

The Finishing Touch

This personalized, one-on-one session is designed to help you style a beautiful and cohesive table using the pieces you already own.

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Styled from Scratch

Whether you're preparing for a special gathering or looking to elevate your everyday tableware, this one-on-one session will help you build a cohesive design from scratch, tailored to your personal style and needs.

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Our Core Beliefs

Aesthetics matter.

Aesthetics prompt a feeling within us - they literally “set the scene” for what you and your guests will experience together at your gathering. Our designs are crafted to capture that perfect blend of “this feels truly special” and “I’m so comfortable, I could stay here all night.”

See your friends.

We believe in the power of social connection and building your community. Time simply spent with friends and loved ones is time well spent. Take a break from your to-do list and let The Scene Setter be your excuse to see your friends!

Everyday is worth celebrating.

We are here for allllll the birthdays and baby showers and wedding events, but we also firmly believe it doesn't need to be an official "event" to have an elevated experience. So, go ahead, plan something special for a Tuesday and watch you start viewing your life differently.