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A Dirk van der Kooij<\/a> Melting Pot table provides an expressive counterpoint to the minimalist decor in the bar area of a Manhattan triplex<\/a> designed by Workshop APD<\/a>. Photo by Read McKendree<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Tables<\/a> might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you consider ways to revamp your<\/a> home. But the right table can serve as an elegant centerpiece in your dining room<\/a>, a supportive wingman for your reading chair<\/a> or the perfect solution to filling the blank space behind your sofa<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And perhaps because they are intrinsically utilitarian, tables achieve a fusion of form and function found in few other pieces of furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you decide which types of tables resonate with your interior design tastes<\/a>, we\u2019ll take you on a curated tour of the most notable ones \u2014 from timeless antiques<\/a> to mid-century modern<\/a> marvels, with plenty of eye-catching designs along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dining Tables<\/h2>\n\n\n
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This Eero Saarinen Tulip table<\/a> in black quartzite is an iconic example of the pedestal design.
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Historical charm or contemporary chic<\/a>? A dining table<\/a> should integrate seamlessly into the overall design to become a harmonious centerpiece of your dining space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round Dining Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Round dining tables<\/a> offer a more intimate feel for families and dinner guests. They come with a variety of bases, the most popular being the pedestal<\/a>. Eero Saarinen<\/a>‘s Tulip table<\/a> is an iconic example of the pedestal design<\/a>, with a round top that tapers smoothly into the central column of the base. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a contemporary home, the Paperclip dining table<\/a> by Lella and Massimo Vignelli<\/a> could be an attractive choice. It features clean lines and a cleverly streamlined design that uses a few simple shapes to make a three-dimensional form. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Square Dining Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Aldo Tura’s parchment dining table<\/a>, 1970s, is a testament to his innovative and visionary designs.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Square dining tables<\/a>, which adapt easily to any dining room style<\/a>, are a contemporary favorite. Smaller ones are fantastic for compact rooms, where they can both act as the focal point and provide a cozy dining experience. Large square dining tables<\/a> make stylish statements in bigger spaces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The visionary Italian designer Aldo Tura<\/a> was known for his diverse body of work and his eclectic use of materials, as in this light green parchment table<\/a> with a top of lacquered goatskin balanced on an Art Deco<\/a>\u2013style base. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rectangular Dining Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Milo Baughman<\/a> for Directional<\/a> Parsons dining table<\/a>, 1970s, pairs the natural curls of burlwood with a clean-lined silhouette.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Rectangular dining tables<\/a> have been around for millennia, from those used by the Greeks and Romans to centuries-old French monastery tables<\/a> to modern glass-top options<\/a> and beyond. The versatility of the rectangular design allows endless opportunities for personalization \u2014 and plenty of elbow room for holiday feasts or for unexpected guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perfect in elongated rooms, rectangular tables \u2014 like Milo Baughman<\/a>‘s burlwood Parsons dining table<\/a> \u2014 serve as gathering places, with ample surface area for dishes and decor. Pair the clean lines of a Parsons with antique dining room chairs<\/a> for added interest in your dining room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foldable and Extendable Dining Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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This Heywood Wakefield wishbone dining table<\/a>, 1970s, with its distinctive curved legs and leaf inserts, is a notable piece of mid-century modern design<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Folding dining tables<\/a> are suited to smaller areas<\/a>, providing a locus for extra seating<\/a> without sacrificing style. Expand their wings to accommodate dinner party guests, and tuck them away when not in use to save space. With intuitive mechanisms and seamless integration, modern extendable dining tables<\/a> strike an effortlessly elegant balance between functionality and aesthetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A notable design is the Heywood Wakefield wishbone dining table<\/a>. A mid-century modern dining table<\/a> on a distinctive wishbone-shaped base, it comes in round and rectangular shapes, equipped with two drop leaves to bring maximum flexibility and distinctive style to any dining area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Coffee Tables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A coffee table<\/a> can promote conversation, adding an inviting touch to your living room<\/a>, or it can cede the spotlight to your other pieces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round Coffee Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Warren Platner<\/a>\u2019s iconic 1960s coffee table<\/a> for Knoll<\/a> is a triumph of innovation, seamlessly merging steel craftsmanship and design brilliance. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

With its smooth shape, a round coffee table<\/a> blends flawlessly with a variety of interior design themes, from traditional to eclectic. Cylindrical tables add a cosmopolitan pop to flashy living room decor, while sculptural handmade coffee tables<\/a> impart an artisanal feel to minimalist<\/a> or farmhouse-style<\/a> spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Influential American architect and interior designer Warren Platner<\/a> made a significant impact on mid-century modern design with pieces like his round coffee tables<\/a>, produced by Knoll<\/a>, which are highly sought after by collectors of furniture from that era<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Square Coffee Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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A pair of black-lacquer coffee tables<\/a> from Hong Kong, adorned with stunning, hand-painted depictions of birds and nature<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

With their clean lines and pleasing, balanced proportions, square coffee tables<\/a> go beautifully with modern decor and geometric square<\/a> or sectional sofas<\/a>. For a hit of the unexpected, pair a square coffee table with seating in eccentric shapes, like an Eero Aarnio<\/a> Ball chair<\/a> or an asymmetrical sofa<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Whether you\u2019re a minimalist devotee or pray at the altar of maximalism<\/a>, this pair of square chinoiserie coffee tables<\/a> would look gorgeous in your living room. The vibrant colors and ornate details of chinoiserie<\/a> pieces add rich texture<\/a> to many interior design styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rectangular Coffee Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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A newly manufactured Yves Klein coffee table<\/a> designed by the famed artist<\/a> in the 1960s<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Versatile and classic, rectangular coffee tables<\/a> accord with a wide range of seating arrangements. Asymmetrical versions, like those by Isamu Noguchi<\/a>, or ones with surprising splashes of color<\/a>, like Yves Klein<\/a>\u2019s creations, are ideal for multifunctional living spaces, which call for practicality as well as beauty. And their ample surface area affords enough space<\/a> for your favorite coffee-table books<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ottoman Coffee Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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<\/strong>The versatile Forsyth checkerboard ottoman<\/a> adds natural texture to a space, whether as a coffee table, ottoman<\/a> or extra seating. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Ottoman coffee tables<\/a> add interest with their upholstered details \u2014 and they double as comfy places to prop your feet or extra seating options during cocktail parties. Ottomans<\/a> with glass, wood or metal tops offer sturdy surfaces for drinks and decorative items. Larger poufs<\/a> with soft tops add an undeniably luxurious \u00e9lan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Forsyth checkerboard ottoman<\/a> is handcrafted from the company’s recognizable wool-and-jute checkerboard rugs. Its flat top and generous size make it a queen of versatility in the living room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Console Tables <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Generally tall and shallow, console tables<\/a> add style and practicality to otherwise empty areas like foyers<\/a>, hallways or the back of a couch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Demi-Lune Console Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The half-moon shape of this Louis XV\u2013style console<\/a>\u2019s marble top enables it to fit neatly against a wall. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

French demi-lune ( half-moon) consoles<\/a> are semi-circular tables with graceful curves and ornate filigree that can lend an old-world charm to your home. They are a striking choice for transitional spaces that could use a bit of character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Half-moon consoles are often French provincial<\/a> in design, like this wall-mounted Louis XV<\/a>\u2013style example from the 20th century<\/a>, whose black lacquer, curved rococo<\/a> legs harmonize gracefully with its Carrara marble<\/a> top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rectangular Console Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Jonathan Adler<\/a>\u2019s Globo console<\/a> is a compact yet impactful piece featuring a glossy white lacquer cabinet, a sinuous brass frame and striking blue, solid-acrylic cabochons.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Pleasing to the eye and functional to boot, rectangular console tables<\/a> often come in pairs<\/a> and sometimes contain drawers or shelves for storage \u2014 an elegant way to keep small spaces clutter-free. Their elongated shape makes them ideal focal points in your entryway or behind a sofa<\/a>, offering a stylish platform for decor or lamps<\/a> or a place to put a catchall tray by the front door for your wallet, keys and lip balm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re hunting for a head-turning design, you need look no further than the Globo console table<\/a> by Jonathan Adler<\/a>. Its glamorous silhouette nods to the opulence of Hollywood Regency<\/a>, with an ultra-modern twist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Credenzas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Weave credenza<\/a> by Lukas Dahl\u00e9n blends Scandinavian design<\/a> with traditional weaving techniques.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

From the Italian word for sideboard<\/a> or buffet<\/a>, credenzas are usually longer than other console tables and have more storage compartments. Historically, these case pieces<\/a> were placed in dining rooms to display and store valuable tableware<\/a> and other decorative items. Antique and vintage credenzas<\/a> are highly sought-after, elevating a space with their fine craftsmanship and distinctive character<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Created for the Swedish studio Ringvide<\/a> by Lukas Dahl\u00e9n<\/a>, who was inspired by traditional weaving techniques, the Weave credenza<\/a> features a minimalist yet expressive design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Side Tables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Available in many stunning designs, side tables<\/a> enliven your living space while providing handy surfaces to hold your daily essentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

End Tables<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Misaya<\/a>\u2019s calligraphic end tables<\/a> incorporate the fluidity of ink paintings into their design. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Placed beside sofas and chairs<\/a>, end tables can tie a room together visually and functionally. Victorian end tables<\/a> inlaid with materials like brass and leather are stunning. But decorators with more contemporary tastes might prefer mid-century modern versions<\/a>, which add alluring angles to a decor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These calligraphic end tables<\/a> by Misaya<\/a> are a sensory delight that captures the essence of Chinese ink paintings in three dimensions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nesting Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A set of 1960s Johannes Andersen nesting tables<\/a> nest easily into each other when not in use. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The clever engineering of nesting tables<\/a>, also known as stacking tables, allows them to add aesthetic appeal to rooms while pulling their weight functionally. When not in use, they can be neatly stowed away to save space \u2014 then separated again when needed to create extra table tops for parties or to display newly acquired tchotchkes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Johannes Andersen<\/a>, a prominent Scandinavian modernist<\/a>, is known for his exquisite nesting tables<\/a> and innovative use of teak, mahogany and rosewood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accent Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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These vintage Italian accent tables<\/a> from Angelo Mangiarotti<\/a> are crafted from white Carrara marble, showcasing postmodern design<\/a> in their lotus-shaped tops and cone bases. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The intricate detailing of accent tables<\/a> infuses panache into spaces in need of something extra. With their unique designs and materials, these decorative pieces, including credence <\/a>and console tables, add character to quiet corners, dark niches or between a pair of armchairs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian architect and designer Angelo Mangiarotti<\/a> designed these modernist Carrara marble accent tables<\/a>, which epitomize practical artistry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bedside Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Anna Castelli Ferrieri<\/a>‘s tiered Componibili side tables<\/a> for Kartell<\/a> marry modular style with maximum functionality.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nightstands and bedside tables<\/a> provide sturdy surfaces and additional storage while enhancing a bedroom\u2019s decor and keeping your reading material, lamp or glass of water within arm’s reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embodying functional simplicity with mid-century modern flair, the cylindrical Componibili side tables<\/a> by Anna Castelli Ferrieri<\/a> for Kartell<\/a> double as mini storage units. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Industrial Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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These 1920s brushed-steel nightstands<\/a> have a utilitarian charm that characterizes industrial design. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Industrial tables<\/a> combine clean lines and moody color schemes<\/a> with materials \u2014 like solid wood, metal and concrete \u2014 that convey a strong sense of utilitarianism. Their distinctive look and focus on durability have made industrial-style tables and lighting<\/a> top choices for both urban lofts<\/a> and contemporary country homes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This pair of brushed-steel nightstands<\/a> from the 1920s displays practical details like those found in Industrial Age manufacturing spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Antique Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/strong>Gothic-style tables, like this 19th-century carved-oak center table<\/a>, are popular designs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

With their often exceptional craftsmanship and historical significance, antique tables<\/a> never go out of style. Victorian<\/a>, Gothic<\/a> and Louis XV tables<\/a> lead the list of sought-after antique furniture, for good reason \u2014 their exquisite design and the traditional craftsmanship they embody are endlessly alluring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The intricate inlay top and ornate scrollwork of this Victorian coffee table<\/a> from 1870 are wonderful examples of the antique details sought after today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mid-Century Modern Tables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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These boomerang-shaped Artist’s Palette coffee tables<\/a>, 1960s, exemplify many of the traits that distinguish mid-century modern design. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Mid-century modern tables<\/a> are typified by warm woods, bold colors and uncomplicated structures. Celebrated for their minimalist yet elegant designs in a range of materials, they often become statement pieces in the interiors they occupy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These boomerang-like Artist\u2019s Palette tables<\/a> from the 1960s display many characteristics of mid-century modern design: playful asymmetry, fine woodwork and an aesthetically pleasing shape that also serves a practical purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The Tolix T55 dining table and chairs<\/a> in raw steel are made for indoor or outdoor use.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

How many types of tables are there? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are between 30 and 40 distinct types of tables serving a broad range of functions \u2014 and no, you don’t need to own them all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the difference between a coffee table and a console table?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Coffee tables are generally placed in the living room. They\u2019re low-standing to align with the heights of sofas and armchairs, and they have large top surfaces handy for holding drinks, snacks, books and decorative objects. Console tables are typically placed against walls and have longer legs and narrower surface areas suitable for storage and display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do I choose the right type of table for my space?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In choosing the right table, you should consider factors like its intended use, the existing decor and the dimensions of the room where it will reside. Measure your space carefully and determine your form and function preferences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are there types of tables designed specifically for outdoor use?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yes, tables designed for outdoor use are called outdoor or patio tables<\/a>. Made from weather-resistant materials like wicker, wood, stone, glass, resin and aluminum, either singly or in combination, they come in various styles and are designed to fulfill various functions, from dining and coffee tables to side tables, to create inviting outdoor spaces<\/a> around your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\t

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