Do People Still Use Coffee Tables?

This is an interesting question that we get asked - do people still use coffee tables? Because it seems like the obvious answer is a resounding yes!

And while we’re sticking to that observation, the idea of the coffee table has changed over the years so that what you see in a living room might not be a traditional coffee table of the type that you’re used to seeing.

The most important consideration to make when purchasing or redesigning a home is the furniture. piece of furniture that doesn't match your style aesthetic may look out of place. This is why it’s essential to carefully choose the ideal range of furniture for every room in the house.

So then, does your living room really need a coffee table? And if you like the idea of one, what types are available? We’ve been designing contemporary homes for almost 40 years, so we can help you determine whether or not your living room needs a coffee table. So let's take a look in more detail.

What are coffee tables traditionally used for?

Coffee tables like the Cassis Coffee Table by Berkeley Designs are wooden, low-to-the-ground tables that are traditionally used to hold coffee cups and other small items. They can also be used for displaying books, magazines, and other decorative objects.

In the past, most coffee tables were made of wood, but now they can be made of glass or metal. They're usually square or rectangular in shape, with a top that's between 45cm to 76cm high. Some have legs; others are pedestal style with just one leg in the middle of their underside.

Are coffee tables still popular today?

Coffee tables are still very popular today. For one thing, they provide a place to set down for your coffee or tea while you're sitting on the couch. They also give your living room or family room a more homey and inviting feel, especially if they have a high-quality finish that reflects light well.

In addition to these practical uses, wide coffee tables like the Durban Coffee Table by Collection Alexandra can serve as an extra surface for other functions, for example:

• Eating dinner
• Working on your laptop while you watch TV
• Playing games with your family

Once you start thinking about it, there are so many ways that coffee tables can be useful!

How can you use a coffee table to your advantage?

Coffee tables are a great way to add style to your home décor scheme. They can be used in a variety of ways and are great for creating a cosy space in your living room.

1. Place for relaxation

If you're looking for an inviting place to curl up with a good book or just read the newspaper, then a coffee table can be the perfect addition. The top will make an ideal surface for setting down your drink or snack while you enjoy some quality time alone with your thoughts, plus you can put your feet up on them to really relax

2. Place for entertainment

If you like entertaining guests in your home, then a coffee table can help set the tone for a relaxing evening spent catching up with friends. You can use it as an extra seat around which everyone can gather, the surface for board games or simply as a spot where guests can put their drinks down and chat.

3. Place for decorations

Coffee tables are also great for displaying decorations or items from around your house that means something special to you—like family photo albums or holiday decorations—that you want everyone who visits to see.

Alternative furniture items that can function as a coffee table

Yes! There are a few alternatives to the coffee table that can serve the same purpose.

• A console table is a piece of furniture that can be used in place of a coffee table. It's a long, narrow piece of furniture that's typically placed near a wall. They're usually made of wood, but they can also be made with materials like metal or glass.
• A TV stand is another piece of furniture that can serve as an alternative to the coffee table. This piece of furniture has shelves to hold your television and other things you want to display on it, along with drawers and cabinets where you can keep DVDs or other items inside them.
• Ottomans can be used for seating or as footrests (or both!), depending on how big they are and where you put them in your home. They also often have additional storage space inside, making them multi-functional alternatives that are especially good for small living rooms.

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Other ways to use coffee tables

with our coffee tables, you can choose from an array of materials, sizes and finishes. We offer expert design advice to guide you through your options so that you can make the right choices for your space.

Coffee tables are the unsung heroes of your living room. Sure, they're there to hold your magazines, but did you know there are other ways to make use of them? Here are a few ideas:

1. Put a plant on it.

2. Use it as an end table in front of the couch, or with other end tables on either side of it to make a coffee table look like a sofa table.

3. Put a lamp on it, so you can read from your favourite book while lounging on the couch under some soft lighting.

4. Use it as a shelf for knick-knacks and other decor items that would otherwise clutter up your space, but don't want them hidden away in storage areas where no one will see them.

5. And finally, why not use it as a place to store a bowl of mints or toffees so you have snacking options handy at all times?

In conclusion

So there you have it - people definitely still use coffee tables, perhaps more than ever. The difference is that our perception of what can be used as a coffee table has changed over time.

We're here to help you decide what type of coffee table will fit best in your home. Chat with us for advice or book an appointment to visit our showroom with a qualified design expert.