Don't you love.....double the function

A friend of mine has had me thinking about furniture layouts for smaller living spaces, with fewer, larger pieces of furniture, investment pieces to use in a future home.

So I am thinking - dining table doubles as console or desk.

Image via Number Nineteen
Cute set up as a desk for two.Images via Shannon Berrey from Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2008 Designer Showhouse
Works as eating space for two.  Pull table clear and place chairs all around when more people come over.  What do you think?  Any ideas?