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calling all coffee table aficionados!

6 years ago

just looking for fun creative ideas for coffee table! I have had this living room without a coffee table for almost 5 years now now that my daughter is 6 years old I no longer need the space for her to play crawl and roll around on. so naturally now comes considerations for a coffee table. as you can see my taste is very eclectic tribal traditional and, handmedowny.
but the question of the day really is: should I coffee table or not?

yes girl! get you a coffee table
No! Be a rebel keep your wide open space!

Comments (28)

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    Options like an ottoman, vintage style trunk, garden stools, tray table or nesting tables might be more "fun and creative."

    You don't need one, but they are practical if you want to set down drinks, prop up your feet and have potential storage.

  • 6 years ago

    thanks for taking the time out to respond Tartanmeup! I really haven't been missing one at all I use that gold hammered ottoman thing to rest my drinks on. Just wondering if aesthetically it looks off.

  • 6 years ago

    I'm not a pro but I don't think your space looks off without one. If your space were much larger, then yes, I'd say it would need a table. If your rug were patterned, it would "need" a table even less but I'm of the 'less is more' school of thought. That and I find annoying to move a table to vacuum a rug. :P

  • 6 years ago

    amen to that! thanks for your input!

  • 6 years ago

    I think your space is very cool, and while it doesn't look "off" to me without a coffee table, I do think that adding one would be like putting a finishing touch on an already-lovely space. I'd go for it.

  • PRO
    6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    Center your rug on the front window, first. I think you will see the hanging chair and the blue chair need a new spot. Leave the bay window unobstructed…looks great all by itself.

    Each sofa gets a coffee table.




  • 6 years ago

    oooo I like!

  • 6 years ago

    a few more ideas, could get two to be able to move around. I think a coffee table is needed for function as well as for aesthetics.

  • 6 years ago

    I love coffee tables that have storage. You can never have too much storage, lol.

  • 6 years ago

    Absolutely get a coffee table! I noticed there are no end tables either. You need tables for comfort. You need a place to rest drinks, TV remote, magazines, etc. I would get one generous sized coffee table to fit the scale of the room, perhaps one with storage. You could also use an end table placed between the two sofas. Everyone seated should be able to comfortably reach a table. Your room is already very nice, the tables would make it even better!

  • 6 years ago

    love that solid wood drum coffee table...... I would have never thought to go in that direction but it's very cute!

  • 6 years ago

    If you want/need extra storage, the Cassidy Coffee table from Ethan Allen is great and comes in a selection of finishes.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I know your question is about table but a rug in couch and chair colors would make room look even better

  • 6 years ago

    Carol Jean what do you mean?

  • 6 years ago

    jinx!! that table is everything! not so much that price point though....😬😬

  • 6 years ago

    Sorry, my post went poof! I was trying to add something and accidentally deleted the whole thing, ugh! 😅


  • 6 years ago

    arg!!!!

  • 6 years ago

    I know the feeling jinx!

  • 6 years ago

    Hi Bianca, we actually have the Ethan Allen Cassidy table in our family room. I hear you on the price, it’s an investment. Well worth it for us, we love it!

  • 6 years ago

    @kiffka, that's a really beautiful coffee table looks very sturdy and well-made!

  • 6 years ago

    Aw thanks so much Bianca. Yes, the piece is really well made. I love your room and your taste!

  • 6 years ago

    This may sound silly, but have you ever looked on Craigslist? There are often high quality pieces that you can get for a steal! I’ve picked up a few things over the years, and refinished them with a fresh coat of paint. I mention this because of your eclectic taste, you could find something and make it your own!

  • 6 years ago

    I am constantly on Craigslist Facebook Marketplace and let go... so I'm trying to scope out a piece as we speak

  • 6 years ago

    Haha Nice!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    up

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    back to your question I meant a rug in teal and browns with pattern would look good but it's hard to find the perfect rug

  • 6 years ago

    agreed! what a beautiful space those windows are everything 😍!