What’s Trending in Coffee Tables: Contemporary Edition
Contemporary coffee tables are moving away from sharp, glossy boxes towards softer, more tactile designs. The strongest trends right now are curved and organic shapes, natural stone and travertine, fluted and ribbed surfaces, richer wood tones such as walnut and smoked oak, nesting and multi level tables, sculptural pedestal bases and thoughtful combinations of materials such as wood with metal or stone with glass. Underpinning all of them is a wish for furniture that feels calm, well made and pleasant to touch. In this guide we look at each trend in turn, explain why it has caught on, and suggest how to bring it into a real UK living room without the result feeling dated in a few years. We also cover how to mix a trend led table with furniture you already own, which trends suit smaller rooms and family homes, and finish with a short FAQ on choosing a contemporary coffee table that will last....
