How to Get Designer Storage Coffee Table Style for Less

The designer storage coffee table look comes down to proportion, a calm material palette and storage that stays out of sight. Get those three things right and a practical table will read as considered and expensive, whatever it is made from. This guide explains what designers do differently, from the height and footprint of a table to the way drawers, lift up tops and lower shelves are detailed. We look at which parts of a table affect how long it lasts, which finishes imitate costlier materials, and how to choose a storage style that suits the way your household uses the living room. There is practical advice for smaller UK rooms, where a single table often has to hide remotes, chargers, magazines and board games, plus simple designer styling habits that make any table look more polished. A short FAQ at the end answers the questions we hear most often from customers choosing a storage coffee table....