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Furniture Types

Coffee Tables | Accent Tables

3D perspective of a collection of Coffee Tables (Accent Tables) showing many different sizes, styles, and designs

Coffee tables, also known as accent tables, are a style of low table designed to be paired with sofas. Typically used in living rooms, reception areas, and sitting rooms, coffee tables are used to hold books, magazines, drinks, small plants, and other decorative items. Coffee tables are designed with a large range of sizes, styles, materials, and storage options to pair with desired living room aesthetics and functions.

Illustration of a Coffee, or Accent Table, with objects on top

How tall should a coffee table be?

Coffee tables should be roughly the same height or 2” lower than the adjacent couch. Coffee tables vary by design from 10”-18” | 25-46 cm.

How long should a coffee table be?

The appropriate length of a coffee table should be sized at roughly two-thirds the length of the closest couch to provide for easier circulation. Coffee tables have a varied assortment of lengths from 30”-90” | 76-229 cm.

How much clearance should be provided around a coffee table?

A clearance zone of 24”-30” | 61-76 cm should be provided around the entire perimeter of a coffee table to for comfortable circulation and access.

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Browse through our curated Coffee Tables Guides for additional categorizations, tips, details, variations, styles, and histories of Coffee Tables. Guides provide additional insights into the unique properties and shared relationships between elements.

12” | 30.5 cm

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60” | 152.4 cm

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27” | 68.6 cm

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11.25” ft2 | 1.05 m2

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Super Rectangular Coffee Table

30.500

152.400

68.600

1.05

0

https://p3d.in/e/VSed0

3D model of the Super Rectangular Coffee Table viewed in perspective

3D model of the Super Rectangular Coffee Table viewed in perspective

12” | 30.5 cm

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60” | 152.4 cm

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30” | 76.2 cm

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11.24 ft2 | 1.04 m2

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Super Swoval Coffee Table

30.500

152.400

76.200

1.04

0

https://p3d.in/e/RpKoo

View of the Super Swoval Coffee Table in 3D available for download

View of the Super Swoval Coffee Table in 3D available for download

14” | 35.6 cm

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52” | 132.1 cm

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32” | 81.3 cm

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9.65 ft2 | .9 m2

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2015

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Swole Coffee Table

35.600

132.100

81.300

0.90

2015.00

5

https://p3d.in/e/GK6q4

Perspective view of a 3D model of the Swole Coffee Table

Perspective view of a 3D model of the Swole Coffee Table

14” | 35.6 cm

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48” | 121.9 cm

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25” | 63.5 cm

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8.33 ft2 | .77 m2

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2016

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Sylvain Outline Coffee Table - Rectangular

35.600

121.900

63.500

0.77

2016.00

0

https://p3d.in/e/kHjjO

3D model of the Sylvain Outline Coffee Table (Rectangular) viewed in perspective

3D model of the Sylvain Outline Coffee Table (Rectangular) viewed in perspective

14” | 35.6 cm

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39” | 99.1 cm (Diameter)

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39” | 99.1 cm (Diameter)

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8.3 ft2 | .77 m2

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2016

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Sylvain Outline Coffee Table - Round

35.600

99.100

99.100

0.77

2016.00

0

https://p3d.in/e/5E9h0

View of the Sylvain Outline Coffee Table (Round) in 3D available for download

View of the Sylvain Outline Coffee Table (Round) in 3D available for download

15.5” | 39 cm

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23.75” | 60 cm

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23.75” | 60 cm

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3.9 ft2 | .36 m2

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2010

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Tray Coffee Table

39.000

60.000

60.000

0.36

2010.00

350

https://p3d.in/e/3xRVS

Perspective view of a 3D model of the Tray Coffee Table

Perspective view of a 3D model of the Tray Coffee Table

13” | 33 cm

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20” | 50.8 cm

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20” | 50.8 cm

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2.78 ft2 | .26 m2

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1965

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Tray Table - Reversible Tabletop

33.000

50.800

50.800

0.26

1965.00

0

https://p3d.in/e/9QeIs

3D model of the Tray Table - Reversible Tabletop viewed in perspective

3D model of the Tray Table - Reversible Tabletop viewed in perspective

10” | 25.3 cm

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31.5”, 55.1” | 80, 140 cm

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15.75” | 40 cm

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6.03 ft2 | .56 m2

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12.1, 24.3 lb | 5.5, 11 kg

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2002

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Trays Table - Rectangular

25.300

140.000

40.000

0.56

11.000

2002.00

5

https://p3d.in/e/cs4RA

3D model of the Trays Table (Rectangular) viewed in perspective

3D model of the Trays Table (Rectangular) viewed in perspective

10” | 25.3 cm

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31.5” | 80 cm

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31.5” | 80 cm

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6.89 ft2 | .64 m2

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19.8 lb | 9 kg

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2002

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Trays Table - Square

25.300

80.000

80.000

0.64

9.000

2002.00

5

https://p3d.in/e/li2vn

View of the Trays Table (Square) in 3D available for download

View of the Trays Table (Square) in 3D available for download

13.78” | 35 cm

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21.65”, 29.53” | 55, 75 cm (Diameter)

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21.65”, 29.53” | 55, 75 cm (Diameter)

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4.76 ft2 | .44 m2

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2006

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Tulou Coffee Table

35.000

75.000

75.000

0.44

2006.00

0

https://p3d.in/e/I05n3

Perspective view of a 3D model of the Tulou Coffee Table

Perspective view of a 3D model of the Tulou Coffee Table

15.7” | 39.9 cm

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26” | 66 cm (Diameter)

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26” | 66 cm (Diameter)

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3.69 ft2 | .34 m2

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Turn Coffee Table

39.900

66.000

66.000

0.34

5

https://p3d.in/e/wDMcp

3D model of the Turn Coffee Table viewed in perspective

3D model of the Turn Coffee Table viewed in perspective

Edge Coffee Table

Size comparison drawing of the Edge Coffee Table compared to the Edge Side Table

The Edge Coffee Table embodies a design inspired by wooden trays as well as plates making it an exploration between craft and technology. This coffee table is constructed from solid walnut and has a circular tabletop. The Edge Coffee Table was designed by Gabriel Tan for Design Within Reach.

The Edge Coffee Table has an overall height of 14.6" (37.1 cm) and diameter of 32” (81.3 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Edge Coffee Table labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation

The Edge Coffee Table embodies a design inspired by wooden trays as well as plates making it an exploration between craft and technology. This coffee table is constructed from solid walnut and has a circular tabletop. The Edge Coffee Table was designed by Gabriel Tan for Design Within Reach.

The Edge Coffee Table has an overall height of 14.6" (37.1 cm) and diameter of 32” (81.3 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Edge Coffee Table labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation

Edge Coffee Table

Height:

14.6" | 37.1 cm

Width:

32” | 81.3 cm (Diameter)

Length:

Depth:

32” | 81.3 cm (Diameter)

Weight:

22 lb | 10 kg

Area:

5.59 ft2 | .52 m2

Materials

Solid walnut base and tabletop

Designer

Gabriel Tan

Year

2017

Drawings include:
Edge Coffee Table front elevation, side, plan

Links

Design Within Reach - Edge Coffee Table

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Bella Coffee Table

Size comparison diagram of the Bella Coffee Table compared to the Bella Side Table

The Bella Coffee Table was designed by Hay, a Danish design collective in 2008. The Bella Coffee Table embodies a straight-forward design that allows it to blend into different settings. This coffee table can be placed on its own or be paired with multiple coffee tables. This table has a solid oak finish.

The Bella Coffee Table has an overall height of 16” (40.6 cm) and diameter of 23.75" (60.3 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Bella Coffee Table with height, width, and depth dimensions

The Bella Coffee Table was designed by Hay, a Danish design collective in 2008. The Bella Coffee Table embodies a straight-forward design that allows it to blend into different settings. This coffee table can be placed on its own or be paired with multiple coffee tables.

The Bella Coffee Table has an overall height of 16” (40.6 cm) and diameter of 23.75" (60.3 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Bella Coffee Table with height, width, and depth dimensions

Bella Coffee Table

Height:

16” | 40.6 cm

Width:

23.75" | 60.3 cm (Diameter)

Length:

Depth:

23.75" | 60.3 cm (Diameter)

Weight:

Area:

3.08 ft2 | .29 m2

Materials

Solid oak tabletop; oak veneer plywood legs

Designer

HAY

Year

2008

Drawings include:
Bella Coffee Table front elevation, side, plan

Links

Design Within Reach - Bella Coffee Table

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Blu Dot Turn Coffee Table

Scaled size comparison illustration of the Turn Coffee Table in relation to other variations

The Turn Coffee Table was designed in 2014. It has a circular tabletop great to place laptops, cocktails, books, and vases. The Turn Coffee Table can be placed alone or with other coffee tables. The table is constructed out of solid acacia wood giving it a heavy and sturdy look.

The Turn Coffee Table has an overall height of 15.7” (39.9 cm) and diameter of 26” (66 cm).

Dimensioned plan and elevation drawings of the Turn Coffee Table with height, width and depth measurements

The Turn Coffee Table was designed in 2014. It has a circular tabletop great to place laptops, cocktails, books, and vases. The Turn Coffee Table can be placed alone or with other coffee tables. The table is constructed out of solid acacia wood giving it a heavy and sturdy look.

The Turn Coffee Table has an overall height of 15.7” (39.9 cm) and diameter of 26” (66 cm).

Dimensioned plan and elevation drawings of the Turn Coffee Table with height, width and depth measurements

Blu Dot Turn Coffee Table

Height:

15.7” | 39.9 cm

Width:

26” | 66 cm (Diameter)

Length:

Depth:

26” | 66 cm (Diameter)

Weight:

Area:

3.69 ft2 | .34 m2

Materials

Solid Acacia wood

Designer

Blu Dot

Year

Drawings include:
Turn Coffee Table front elevation, side, plan

Links

Blu Dot - Turn Coffee Table

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Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table

The Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table embodies the concept of the furniture being highly functional and not used as a decorative element. The table is constructed from wood and displays its wood grain giving it texture and balance. The Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table was designed by George Nakashima for Knoll.

The Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table has an overall height of 17.5” (44.5 cm), width of 37.25” (94.6 cm), and depth of 34.25” (87 cm).

Dimensioned plan and elevation drawings of the Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table with height, width and depth measurements

The Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table embodies the concept of the furniture being highly functional and not used as a decorative element. The table is constructed from wood and displays its wood grain giving it texture and balance. The Splay-Leg Coffee Table was designed by George Nakashima.

The Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table has an overall height of 17.5” (44.5 cm), width of 37.25” (94.6 cm), and depth of 34.25” (87 cm).

Dimensioned plan and elevation drawings of the Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table with height, width and depth measurements

Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table

Height:

17.5” | 44.5 cm

Width:

37.25” | 94.6 cm

Length:

Depth:

34.25” | 87 cm

Weight:

Area:

8.86 ft2 | .82 m2

Materials

Walnut or hickory veneer tabletop; solid walnut legs; brass hardware details

Designer

George Nakashima

Year

1946

Drawings include:
Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table front elevation, side, plan

Links

Design Within Reach - Nakashima Splay-Leg Coffee Table
Knoll - Splay-Leg Table

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LC10-P Low Table - Rectangular

Size comparison diagram of the LC10-P Low Table (Rectangular) compared to other similar designs

The LC10-P Rectangular Low Table has a pure silhouette and is meant to be highly functional. This low coffee table embodies the elements of the International Style, reducing the coffee table to its minimal elements. The LC10-P Rectangular Low Table was designed by Charolotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, and Pierre Jeanneret for Cassina.

The LC10-P Low Table (Rectangular) has an overall height of 13” (33 cm), width of 47.25” (120 cm), and depth of 31.5” (80 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the LC10-P Low Table (Rectangular) with height, width, and depth dimensions

The LC10-P Rectangular Low Table has a pure silhouette and is meant to be highly functional. This low coffee table embodies the elements of the International Style, reducing the coffee table to its minimal elements. The LC10-P Rectangular Low Table was designed for Cassina.

The LC10-P Low Table (Rectangular) has an overall height of 13” (33 cm), width of 47.25” (120 cm), and depth of 31.5” (80 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the LC10-P Low Table (Rectangular) with height, width, and depth dimensions

LC10-P Low Table - Rectangular

Height:

13” | 33 cm

Width:

47.25” | 120 cm

Length:

Depth:

31.5” | 80 cm

Weight:

134.5 lb | 61 kg

Area:

10.34 ft2 | .96 m2

Materials

Tempered glass tabletop; polished-chrome steel legs

Designer

Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret

Year

1928

Drawings include:
LC10-P Low Table (Rectangular) front elevation, side, plan

Links

Design Within Reach - LC10-P Low Table

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