Coffee Tables

At the centre of the living room, the coffee table is the piece of furniture we use most without thinking about it: we place a coffee, books or Friday evening drinks on it. A designer coffee table also plays a decorative role, as it connects the sofa, armchairs and rug. Round, rectangular or organic, made of wood, marble, metal or concrete-effect materials, our selection of living room tables covers a wide range of shapes and materials to help you find the one that suits your room.

How do you choose the right coffee table for your living room?

Start by considering the dimensions of your sofa and the space around it. The coffee table should remain within easy reach from the seat, while leaving enough room to move comfortably between the sofa and the table. So measure the length of your sofa and the available space in front of it before choosing a model.

Then compare the height of the tabletop with that of the sofa seat, checking the dimensions on the product page. Finally, think about how you will use it every day. A large tabletop can accommodate casual meals and board games, while a compact model is enough for a coffee tray. For example, the Tajy is available in diameters of 70 and 90 cm, while the Sadi is 120 cm long.

Round, square or rectangular coffee table: which shape should you choose?

The round coffee table has no corners: it makes it easier to move around and softens a living room with straight lines. It works well in front of a corner sofa or between several armchairs. A rectangular coffee table follows the length of a straight sofa and offers plenty of useful surface area; a square table can be placed in the centre, between two sofas facing each other. Organic shapes, such as the Brandan in solid mindi wood, create a more free-flowing silhouette. Finally, tables sold in pairs, such as the Vénus, can be arranged together or separately depending on the available space.

Which materials should you choose for a designer coffee table?

Wood brings warmth to the living room: mango wood for the Aréto, solid mindi wood for the Galia and Brandan, and recycled teak for the Oly and Kouma. Marble, whether white or black on the Izaé coffee table, adds a mineral and elegant touch. Metal, like that of the black Gomez, creates a slim, graphic look. When it comes to mineral materials, distinguish between concrete, as used for the Lulli, and concrete-effect clay fibre, used for the Maui and Paros. For care instructions, refer to the advice on each product page, as it varies from one material to another.

Which coffee table style suits your décor?

For a Scandinavian living room, opt for light wood and simple shapes. A contemporary or minimalist interior calls for clean lines and bold shades, such as a white coffee table or a black coffee table. An industrial feel can be achieved with metal coffee tables and concrete coffee tables. For a warmer look, browse our brown coffee tables in wood.