The Perfect Coffee Table
Thinking outside the box when you select a coffee table will add drama.
The coffee table is often the first object people “see” when they enter a room. An unusual coffee table creates interest and a focal point.
Coffee tables are often an afterthought in interior design, yet they provide an important anchor in most rooms, so your coffee table is an opportunity to make a statement. And it’s important that your coffee table is in scale with your sofas or sectional – and the size of the room itself.
- Think outside the typical square or rectangle made out of wood or metal.
- Consider a circular or oval table – or even a hexagon or kidney-shape.
- Take a look at alternative materials such as mirrored surfaces, glass, fabric or stone.
- You can even use a beautiful old trunk or an ottoman with a tray on top as your coffee table.
Before you select a coffee table, consider how you want it to function.
- If you want to display a collection of your favorite objects or books, make sure your coffee table is large enough to accommodate these items.
- If you want flexibility to move the table on occasion, don’t select a heavy marble or glass table.
- Think about using two or three smaller tables that are lightweight.
- If you want your room to appear larger, think about a mirrored surface. Or select a glass table that won’t hide a beautiful rug or floor.
- If you want to serve food or drinks on the table, select a durable surface that can’t be easily damaged.
- If you have children or seniors living with you or visiting often, avoid sharp corners.
Be creative when you plan your coffee table design for maximum beauty and optimal enjoyment!
- An upholstered round ottoman makes a striking coffee table.
- A glass coffee table can make a room appear larger.
Copyright Hunter Douglas.