I think I like the ottoman-with-tray concept (especially you can switch out a couple of different trays) ...but how practical is it, really? Where do you put your drink? How big a tray do you need? I think it could be worked out...
(1) ottoman with tray
(2) Wooden coffee table (found object? painted or natural? with storage?)
(3) LAST RESORT is a glass coffee table...
This room is a perfect example of coastal transitional. It has the blue and white striped rug, a pelican painting, shells on a contained trayscape. Note the sophisticated fabric selections on the pillows and custom upholstered ottoman.
All shades of blues and whites meet in this living room by Garrison Hullinger Interior Design. The Dash & Albert rug acts as a canvas on which the designer has laid many other striped textiles.