Coffee Tables for Living Room – New Opulent Co Collection
The coffee table is the quiet star of a living room. It choreographs movement, sets the mood, and gives your favourite books, candles, and cups a stage. In this Coffee Table Edition, we round up Opulent Co’s newest designs and show how to style them beautifully, whether you are after a coffee table with storage, a sculptural round coffee table, a breezy coffee table in wood, or a sleek coffee table glass top. You will also find quick answers to the questions UK homeowners search most, from how tall the coffee table can be and can the coffee table be higher than sofa to whether you should choose a coffee table vs ottoman.
If you want to jump straight to browsing, explore the full Coffee Tables Collection.
Why coffee tables matter
A good coffee table for the living room does three jobs at once.
First, it organises space. Placed at the heart of your seating plan, it creates a natural hub for conversation and clarifies circulation. Leave roughly 40 cm between sofa and table so the room feels easy to navigate. For corner sofas or narrower lounges, a round coffee table or round coffee table in glass improves flow and keeps edges soft.
See spacing diagrams in Living room layout ideas UK.
Second, it adds function. Remotes, chargers, and coasters disappear into a coffee table with drawers or a lift top coffee table with storage UK. In compact flats, a nest coffee table or a coffee table ottoman that doubles as a coffee table footstool is a smart way to save space. If your lounge doubles as a workstation, some designs transform from coffee table to desk or even coffee table to dining table. For that hybrid lifestyle, choose one with sturdy coffee table legs, reliable mechanisms, and an easy clean finish matter.
Third, it expresses style. Materials signal mood: a coffee table oak warms a room; a coffee table black base adds modern contrast; subtle coffee table gold details bring a little gleam; coffee table marble reads luxe; a coffee table vintage or coffee table quirky choice becomes an instant talking point.
If you love clean lines, a coffee table modern with a coffee table glass top keeps the look light. If you prefer cozy textures, a coffee table in wood with visible grain feels grounded. For those drawn to calm minimalism, a Japanese coffee table style in a Japandi colour palette is a serene anchor.
Size and height quick guide.
Aim for a length around two thirds of your sofa. Popular height spans are coffee table high 100 cm, coffee table high 120 cm, and coffee table high 150 cm. Most UK sofas pair well with a 45 cm height. A 50 cm high coffee table works for board games and casual dining. A 60 cm high coffee table suits frequent laptop use. Lower reads more mid century. If you are asking, can a coffee table be lower than a sofa, yes, slightly lower is common.
If you are just getting started, our guides Your ultimate guide to choosing the perfect coffee table and Different types of coffee tables will help you decide between a square coffee table, rectangle coffee table, round coffee table, and everything in between.
Newest coffee tables at Opulent Co
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Purbeck Coffee Table with Drawers
Coastal calm with practical storage. Purbeck pairs a driftwood style top and painted base with smooth coffee table drawers and a lower shelf for coffee table books. It feels light, tidy, and family friendly, making it a reliable coffee table storage solution for Scandi, cottage, or Japandi rooms.
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Style it: Linen bound books, a stoneware vase, and a woven coffee table tray that corrals remotes.
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Style it: Embrace a Japandi colour palette with soft neutrals and greenery.
Pro tip: complete a coffee table and TV stand set with a coordinating media unit or off white sideboard for a cohesive, designer look.
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Lulworth Storage Coffee Table
A lift top trunk with generous hidden capacity for blankets, toys, and seasonal decor. The painted body and timber lid feel calm and timeless. Perfect as a coffee table for small living room layouts that need clutter control without visual heaviness.
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Style it: keep decor on a lightweight tray so you can access storage instantly.
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Style it: a glass vase with eucalyptus plus a single coffee table centerpiece candle.
Pro tip: pair with slim display units for a polished lounge. Avoid common pitfalls with 13 design mistakes that cheapen luxury homes.
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Lulworth Coffee Table
The streamlined sibling of Lulworth Storage. A hand painted frame and warm timber top creates an easy going coffee table in wood that suits coastal, modern and relaxed Scandi spaces. Airy, adaptable, and made for everyday living.
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Style it: the three piece rule, for example a bowl, a short book stack, and a small vase.
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Style it: if your variant has a shelf, tuck a basket beneath for a clean line.
Pro tip: build a reading corner with a feature armchair or modern rocking chair UK.
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Lowry Iron Framed Coffee Table
Industrial attitude with home friendly storage. A chunky wood top sits on a gunmetal frame with drawers and a full shelf, so surfaces stay clear. Pair it with leather seating, brick textures, or warm textiles.
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Style it: mix metal accents with wool or bouclé for softness and balance.
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Style it: baskets on the shelf, minimal items on the top keep the look edited.
Pro tip: echo iron details with a matching media unit for a deliberate set. Trend cues in Interior design trends for 2026.
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Tapered Cylinder Coffee Table
A sculptural drum that reads gallery like. Compact footprint, generous top, and striking form make this an excellent coffee table small solution. Use one as a focal point or arrange two as a modular coffee table set for flexible entertaining.
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Style it: keep to one statement object, for example a hand thrown vase or a low sculpture.
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Style it: stagger a pair for adaptable layouts around a sectional.
Pro tip: repeat curves with a circular rug or mirror for a refined coffee table modern composition.
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Shoreditch Rectangular Coffee Table
Clean lined sungkai wood with a slightly lower profile creates a calm coffee table rectangle that suits Mid-Century, Japandi, and pared back spaces. Natural grain keeps the look warm while the silhouette stays light.
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Style it: Limit to three pieces to preserve negative space and calm.
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Style it: A soft rug underfoot adds welcome texture.
Pro tip: add a slim feature armchair, designer pouffe, or luxury bench to keep the arrangement airy. Read How to avoid over themed interiors.
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Old Empire Round Lattice Frame Mango Coffee Table
Round, characterful, and easy to live with. A mango wood top sits above a striking iron lattice base that looks good from every angle. A natural pick when you want visual lightness without losing presence.
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Style it: keep the top simple so the base can shine.
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Style it: repeat circles with a round tray, cylindrical candle, or coaster set.
Pro tip: define the zone with a circular rug and check walkway rules.
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Old Empire Rectangle Coffee Table
A richly grained mango top on a linear iron underframe gives you a confident coffee table rectangle with industrial poise. It anchors longer sofas, handles family life, and loves mixed materials.
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Style it: zone the surface into thirds and keep a clear daily use area.
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Style it: combine a metal tray with a natural wood bowl for balance.
Pro tip: introduce one colourful accent chair so the table remains the hero.
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Small Teak Root Coffee Table
No two are alike. A sculptural teak root beneath a glass top brings organic drama and a functional surface. This unique coffee table is perfect for nature led, boho, or eclectic rooms and shines as a coffee table for small spaces and layouts.
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Style it: keep decor low and clear to reveal the root.
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Style it: pair with greenery and natural fibres like jute.
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How to style your coffee table
Styling should feel effortless and personal, not staged. Start with a simple framework, then bend the rules to suit your routine.
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Work in layers. Anchor the scene with a coffee table tray, add a medium element like a short stack of coffee table books, then finish with life, for example a small plant or a sculptural coffee table centerpiece. Designers love the three piece rule because it looks intentional without feeling cluttered.
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Mind scale and shape. Long sofas look balanced with a coffee table 120 cm to coffee table 150 cm spans. A coffee table 100 cm suits snug rooms. A coffee table square flatters symmetrical layouts; a round coffee table is kinder to walkways and children. If your room feels heavy, a glass coffee table or glass top lightens the look.
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Edit for real life. Leave open space for mugs, remotes, and snacks. Rotate coffee table accessories seasonally so the coffee table feels fresh. If your coffee table doubles as a coffee table you can eat at, keep a protective coffee table cover in hand.
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Tie finishes together. Echo a coffee table black frame with a black floor lamp or photo frames. Repeat a coffee table gold accent in a mirror trim or sideboard handle. For colour, weave in colourful accent chairs or a multicoloured chair against a neutral base, or lean into Japandi colours for serenity.
Pro tip: Short on storage but big on style ambitions. Pair your table with slim display units, an off white sideboard, or a feature armchair with hidden pockets. For bigger seasonal refreshes, see Statement furniture for fall and How to layer textures like a professional interior designer.
Coffee table sizing, shapes, and finishes
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Heights to know. Most seats pair well with 45 cm height coffee tables. A 50 cm high coffee table helps for card nights or casual dining. A 60 cm high coffee table suits working from the sofa. If you are debating can a coffee table be lower than a sofa, yes, slightly lower is common and reads modern.
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Lengths and clearance. Target two thirds of your sofa’s length. Leave about 40 cm of circulation. Sectionals appreciate a generous coffee table rectangle or a nimble round option that welcomes movement.
Shapes.
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Round softens boxy rooms and navigates tight walkways.
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Rectangle anchors long sofas and narrow rooms.
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Square suits symmetrical seating.
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Nest adds flexible surfaces for coffee table small spaces.
Materials and looks.
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Coffee table glass or glass top visually enlarges a room.
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Coffee table in wood such as oak, mango, or walnut adds warmth and texture.
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Coffee table marble elevates and pairs with designer furniture.
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Iron framed tables bring industrial bite and sturdiness.
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Coffee table ottoman, pouffe, or coffee table footstool keeps things soft and family friendly.
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Coffee table vintage and coffee table unique pieces become conversation starters.
Finish pairing: Bounce light with a rug mirror duo, ground the scheme with a luxury bench, or complement with a nearby luxury dining table or chaise longue grey. If you searched for a coffee table habitat or coffee table near me, compare height, top material, and delivery details as closely as aesthetics.
Bringing It All Together
A coffee table is more than a surface for mugs and magazines – it is the centrepiece that defines how your living room feels and functions. Whether you lean towards a modern coffee table, a rustic coffee table in wood, or a clever coffee table with storage, the right choice instantly grounds the space.
Opulent Co’s latest collection proves that practicality and beauty can live side by side. From sculptural shapes to lift-top storage designs, every piece is crafted to elevate your daily rituals. Explore the full coffee tables collection and discover how the right table can turn an ordinary room into a truly curated space.
FAQs
What is the best coffee table for small living room layouts without blocking walkways?
Go for a round coffee table or round coffee table in glass. Curved edges keep circulation smooth and glass reduces visual weight. Nesting designs are brilliant coffee tables for small spaces. If you need a stash room, choose a coffee table with storage but keep legs slim so it does not feel boxy.
How tall should a coffee table be, and can a coffee table be higher or lower than the sofa?
Aim close to seat height. A 45 cm height feels effortless for most UK sofas. A 50 cm high coffee table suits board games and casual dining. A 60 cm high coffee table can work as a perch for laptops. Slightly lower reads modern. Slightly higher is fine if it does not interrupt sightlines.
What coffee table goes with a sectional so the room still flows?
Choose a generous coffee table rectangle at about two thirds of the sofa length, or a round coffee table to soften the chaise corner. If the room feels heavy, a coffee table glass top or light coffee table in wood like oak keeps it airy. Add a coffee table tray, a couple of coffee table books, and a simple coffee table centerpiece for a polished look.
How do I pick a coffee table with storage without making the room feel heavy?
Look for a coffee table with drawers plus an open shelf to balance solid fronts with breathing space. Lighter finishes, raised coffee table legs, and edited styling prevent bulk. Trunk styles are great but keep decor on a movable tray.
Is there a coffee table you can eat at or convert from coffee table to dining table or desk?
Yes. Lift-top and height-adjustable designs switch from coffee table to dining table or coffee table to desk with ease. Prioritise sturdy mechanisms and stable coffee table legs, and use a discreet coffee table cover to protect finishes. If you dine in front of the TV often, a 50 cm to 60 cm range is the sweet spot. Shop UK options in the coffee tables collection
