The difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table??? THE TIME OF DAY! Here are some clever ways to make your coffee (or cocktail) table work double duty!
Ottomans
Sometimes it’s best to use multiple ottomans as a coffee table by adding a tray on top. We added these beautiful Beeline Home by Bunny Williams ottomans that are available through Lee Jofa to a recently completed family room. They can be custom created in an ENDLESS array of fabrics. Their perfect size and shape allows them to be used for extra seating as well!
With ottomans such as these, you could incorporate simple, practical trays, or have a little fun with something a bit more bold! Trays are great ways to make sure those drinks won’t spill on your furniture!
Chiseled Bone Tray, Studio A
Penshell Ottoman Tray, Palecek
Oversized Round Serving Tray in Lampakanay & Wicker, Kouboo
Artisan Pieces
Sometimes there is no better addition to your living room than a beautiful artisan coffee table. These handmade beauties would be perfect for day OR night!
DC Furniture brings the warmth of wood to this inlaid table. I just love the graceful lines of the trestle bottom.
Coffee Table, DC Furtniture
I can just imagine enjoying a glass of wine on this vintage barrel “cocktail” table! Yes, unusual, and definitely a conversation piece!
Handmade Vintage Oak Whiskey Barrel Coffee Table
Sleek and Contemporary Tables
Glass, marble, and mirrored tops bring a little shine and pizazz to your room. These 2 tables could not be more opposite, yet each has its own unique function.
I LOVE this Global Views fretwork table – a real statement piece for a room that needs that one special eye-catcher.
Marble Fret Cocktail Table, Global Views
And here, Knoll has it hands down for sleek and contemporary. This simple table, although large, takes up little visual space in the room.
Barcelona Table, Knoll
The Esme Coffee Table by Interlude Home brings just that little bit of glitz to add some pizazz!
Esme Coffee Table, Interlude Home (Available at Wayfair)
Coffee tables…cocktail tables…take your pick!!