Coffee tables are very common and very popular pieces of furniture all over the world and lots of different styles and designs are available.However, low coffee tables seem to be the biggest trend in modern interior design these days. They are appreciated for their simplicity and usefulness as well as for the fact that they have a low construction and don’t obstruct the rest of the décor.

Such minimalist, clean and sharp designs are very common in modern homes

Thought to originate in Renaissance England, coffee tables have always had a low design but the modern ones really use this feature to their advantage. Usually featuring simple lines, clean designs and perfect angles, modern coffee tables impress with their minimalism. They preserve the functionality of the piece while also transforming it into a sculptural and stylish focal point for the room.

Low coffee table with a wooden construction and practical wheelsThe white lacquered coffee table seems to be floating above floor levelThe slim metal feet of the coffee table match those of the sofaThe same chic coffee table but in a different décorTraditionally, coffee tables were made of wood and these are still very popularA big sitting area may require more than one coffee tableThis type of design can easily fit in storage compartments for books and magazinesThe first coffee tables were long and low and quite similar to this oneThe geometry of the coffee tables matches the rest of the décorThe simplicity of the design lets you focus on other aspects such as colorA very low coffee table that rests directly on the floorSimple and compact, this coffee table is also very functional and versatileMost coffee tables are square or sometimes round, but this one is rather differentA beautiful coffee table made of wood can be a refreshing accent piece

The most common modern designs for low coffee tables feature a rectangular shape and they have a very simple and robust construction. Sometimes storage compartments are also included in the design. The tables usually seem to hover above the floor, very close to the ground. There are also designs that are resting directly on the floor. Most coffee tables are made of wood, just like the first designs that were ever constructed. However, other materials can also be used and they sometimes include metal, stone or glass.

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