Coffee Tables

A mid century modern coffee table, modern side table, or modern accent table are simple and attractive pieces of modern furniture that can add another layer of interest and function to your living room, family room, or den. Whether you want a place to display books or just put your feet up, a mid century modern coffee table helps tie pieces together and provides a central surface for entertaining.

How to choose a coffee table

Coffee tables come in a variety of materials and shapes. A glass coffee table is a favorite for its crisp appearance and easy-care surface. A marble coffee table hints at formality and shares the quality of cleanability with glass. A wood coffee table is another favorite and adds warmth to your living room. In a small room, a steel coffee table can contribute airiness. Besides materials, coffee table dimensions are a major consideration. Round, square, or rectangular shapes will be suggested by room size and furniture layout.

Modern coffee tables for the living room

Modern coffee table design and table design in general have changed, allowing more innovative groupings. Modern side tables, for instance, don’t have to live at the end of a sofa anymore but can be paired with coffee tables to create multilevel interest. That opens the door to whole new ways of thinking about how to style a coffee table.

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