Review of the Canadel Modern Collection

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When going bold, think gold! More specifically, gold accent colours. This is what Canadel’s Modern Collection is doing, anyway.

The Canadel Modern Collection embraces rich tones, gold accents, and striking silhouettes, which are perfect for homeowners ready to move beyond the neutral, monochromatic look.

As design trends shift toward more expressive interiors, Canadel’s Modern collection stands out for its bold personality. “It’s very dramatic,” says Michelle MacLellan, interior designer at La-Z-Boy. “Customers are looking for something that pops, and the Modern collection effortlessly does this.”

But is it the right fit for your home? In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the Canadel Modern collection, from features and customizations to cost and warranty.

Key Takeaways:

• Bold, glamorous design defines the Modern collection, featuring dramatic brass gold accents and sleek glass tabletops that make a strong visual statement.
• Customization options are extensive, including upholstered or non-upholstered seating, glass or wood tabletop finishes, and your choice of brass or wood legs, which is available through the Canadel UDesign tool.
• Compared to other collections, Modern offers limited table shapes (rectangular and round only) but unique pedestal bases and rich finishes set it apart.
• Cost falls in the mid-to-high range due to the premium metal materials and bold styling. Ideal for those investing in long-lasting, statement furniture.
• Backed by Canadel’s 1-year warranty, with an optional 5-year extended warranty available for extra peace of mind.

In This Article…

1. About Canadel Custom Dining
2. Canadel Modern Style & Unique Features
3. Canadel Modern Customization Options
4. Cost of Canadel Modern Dining Furniture
5. Canadel Modern Collection Warranty
6. Is the Canadel Modern Collection Right for You?

About Canadel Custom Dining

Established in 1982, Canadel is a Canadian family-owned company that manufactures handcrafted, high-quality, and custom-made dining room furniture. All Canadel products are manufactured in North America and distributed throughout Canada and the United States.

As makers of authentic birch wood dining room sets, Canadel operates with a vision of creating meaningful family heirlooms that will be passed down through generations. 

In addition, they provide extensive customization options, made easier with the Canadel UDesign tool, which provides the online customer with over 9 million furniture combinations and options to choose from.

Michelle emphasizes that Canadel's local presence and reputation for longevity are what resonate most with Ottawa buyers. “Our clients want pieces they don’t have to replace. Canadel delivers that kind of confidence.”

Canadel Modern Style and Unique Features

Once a subcategory in the Canadel Core Collection, the Modern Collection is now an independent collection that brings bold style and high-end design to contemporary dining spaces. 

Handcrafted in North America using solid Canadian birch and eco-friendly hevea wood, each piece is built to order and fully customizable through Canadel’s UDesign tool.

Modern stands out for its signature brass gold accents, a defining element across many of its pieces. According to Michelle MacLellan, she says, “This is the only line of furniture at Canadel that has bold metal accents for their dining seating.” These gold metal rods and legs are especially prominent on chairs, stools, benches, and buffets, giving the collection its distinctively luxurious look.

In addition to dining furniture, the Modern collection features a selection of living room pieces, including coffee tables, end tables, sofa tables, and media units. These items are designed to coordinate with the dining collection, making it easy to create a consistent, sophisticated look across your home.

Canadel Modern Customization Options

It is important to note that all available options and customizations to the Modern dining collection can be explored on Canadel’s UDesign tool, which is easily accessible on the Canadel website.

Dining Tables

With dining table shapes, these are limited only to round and rectangular options, meaning Modern isn’t the most versatile collection in terms of dining table shape. 

Other flagship styles, like Core, feature table shapes like square, oval, drop-leaf, and boat.

Glass table options only come in rectangular shapes in the Modern collection. Michelle distinctly notes that the rectangular glass dining table with a pedestal base stands out greatly in this collection, making anyone who loves a simple, clean, and modern look love this furniture piece. 

It is also one of the only collections to feature glass rectangular tables with pedestal options, along with Downtown. 

There are currently 8 different style dining tables available in the Loft Collection.

Dining Seats

Modern is the only collection to have metal legs for all of its dining seating options. All dining chairs, benches, and stools come in either brass gold accent legs or in a plain wood finish.

Dining seating also comes upholstered or unupholstered, depending on your choices. There are also back or backless options as well as swivel or non-swivel options to choose from. 

The Canadel Modern Collection features:

• 9 Dining Room Chair Options
• 5 Dining Stool Options
• 3 Dining Bench Option

Dining Buffets

As for dining buffets, brass, gold accent legs, or wooden legs are also available. Modern’s buffet selection, though minimal, does carry a lot of variations. 

One of the dining buffets is a lot smaller and carries less storage than most buffets in any collection. Because of this, it can be used more as a console or coffee table, according to Michelle.

One other dining buffet is larger and can be used as a bookcase to store not just dining essentials, but also books to help elevate the level of sophistication in your house.

The Canadel Modern Collection currently features 10 dining buffet options.

Wood Finish, Glass & Upholstery Options

There are many different colours and finish options that the Modern dining collection offers. 

The Modern collection has an abundant selection of wood finish colours available, displaying over 40 wood finish colours. 

If you opt for a dining table with a glass top, the glass options include 3 types of clear glass, as well as 2 frosted glass options. 

Moreover, upholstered dining seating options, such as chairs, benches, or stools, are offered in a huge array of fabric and velvet options. Modern, unlike other dining room collections, does feature leather options, as well as faux-leather options.

Cost of Canadel Modern Dining Furniture

Canadel sits in the premium price category, but this reflects the craftsmanship, customization, and quality of materials. Because each piece is made to order, prices are quoted based on selections. However, the table below offers a helpful reference point based on current starting prices:

*All La-Z-Boy prices listed in this article are subject to change. We aim to update all cost-related articles twice per year. This article was last updated on June 26th, 2025.  Contact your local  Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston location by phone or in person for up-to-date pricing.

Canadel Modern Collection Warranty

The Canadel Modern Collection is covered by Canadel’s 1-year warranty, which covers the repair or replacement of chair frames, tabletops, fabric tears, or any unforeseen circumstances that would be covered under Canadel’s warranty. 

Given that each piece of furniture is quality-crafted and built to last a long time, Canadel also offers an extended 5-year warranty plan at an additional cost. 

This not only goes to further protect your purchase, but it is also transferable when you purchase new Canadel Furniture if you are looking to replace old additions.

Is the Canadel Modern Dining Collection Right for You?

The Modern collection is bold, glamorous, and sophisticated, but whether it’s the right fit for your home depends on your budget, lifestyle, and design preferences.

As one of Canadel’s more premium lines, the Modern collection comes at a higher price point due to its use of gold-toned metal and high-quality materials. 

For those willing to invest in long-lasting, custom furniture, it may be a worthwhile addition. However, if you’re looking for a more affordable or temporary option, this collection might exceed your budget.

In terms of style, the Modern collection is ideal for anyone who appreciates clean lines, dramatic flair, and statement pieces. 

“Anything that looks clean with a timeless style,” says Michelle, “is what draws people to the Modern collection.” On the other hand, those preferring neutral or understated designs may find the gold accents too bold.

These pieces are also more suited for stylish entertaining spaces rather than family-focused settings. Households with young children, for instance, may find the glass surfaces and elegant finishes less practical for everyday use.

What's Next?

Now that you have all the information about Canadel's Modern Dining Collection, why not experience it yourself?

Canadel has an intuitive tool to help you discover what each collection offers, thanks to its UDesign platform. Make sure to check out the UDesign tool so you can discover Canadel, as well as other dining room collections, in detail.

If you require assistance navigating the UDesign tool, check out this helpful article for a step-by-step tutorial.

La-Z-Boy also offers design assistance on all things Canadel custom design. By visiting an Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston showroom, you can receive one-on-one assistance in selecting and custom designing your Canadel dining furniture. 

You can also  book an appointment with our design consultants or interior design experts for any burning questions you may have. To learn more about our dining room furniture at La-Z-Boy, check out our Comprehensive Dining Room Buyer’s Guide.

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