On a typical day you probably don’t think about your coffee table any more than you think about the last Stop Sign you rolled through. If your coffee table wasn’t there however, you would certainly notice. Your living room would probably look quite strange.

A coffee table is an essential part of the living room decor and it can really elevate the design of the room. The design options are endless so knowing where to begin can be difficult when choosing the right coffee table for your living room.

Choosing the right size is the most important and ideally a coffee table should be about two-thirds of the length of your sofa.

What coffee table shape should you choose?

If you have a small room, the best choices are rectangle or oval. You may also want to consider a nesting table so that you can easily have more space when you need it.

Square and round coffee tables are great for large seating like a sectional. A coffee table should be about the same height as the seats on your sofa. When you place the table, is should be 12 to 18 inches away for the table so consider how much space you have available. And since it’s going to live with you, make sure like it. 

We have rounded up some of our favourite modern coffee table designs down below. Enjoy…

Perry Coffee Table in Ebony

Looking for drama? This gorgeous coffee table is framed by deep ebony sides topped with a unique starburst texture and encircled by bright brass rings. The dimension are 40″ W x 40″ D x 15.5″ H.

Evelyn Round Nesting Coffee Table

Perfect for a small space as well as a larger space. These sophisticatd slim iron and polished white marble nesting tables deliver compact funtionality and modern adaptable appeal. Large table measures 36″W x 26″D x 16″H. The small table measures 28″W x 28″D x “14”H.

Dillon Coffee Table in Weathered Salvage Grey

Thsese beautiful, modern coffee tables are made with slabs of weathered acacia giving it a smooth yet distressed feature to it’s seemingly understated shape.The natural lines of salvaged wood, wrap around soft-sculpted corners. On one side is an inventive modern utility spacious slide drawer. The subtle architectural details deliver on form and function. The dimensions of this striking piece are  52″ W x 26″ D x 15.5″ H

Tinsley Square Coffee Table

This large square natural textured Australian hardwood table maintains it’s elegance accompanied by slim copper-finsihed iron legs giving it an airy open intriquing look of balance. The dimensions are 41″w x 39″d x 16.25″h

Noguchi Coffee Table

An iconic low Noguchi three legged table with but two legs. This is a legitimate piece of American sculpture. The legs are formed by elegant wood “canoes”and are mirrored images underneath making the overall effect powerful and expressive. The dimensions are 41″w x 39″d x 16.25″h

Check Round Glass Top Coffee Table

Let your living room make a statement and create compelling visual focal points with this gorgeous coffee table.

Kubist Coffee Table

This one of a kind  Kubist Coffee Table featuring smoked glass and solid oiled walnut. Due to hand-cut placement and the nature of differences in wood grain, no two Kubists will be identical. The dimensions are 90″ W x 28″ D x 14″ H 

X-Leg

Amp up your room with this modern flaired coffee table. This gorgeous solid butcher block walnut table top along with brass X-legs gives any space a unique and dramatic flair. The dimensions are 51″ Wide / 27″ deep / 13″ Tall.

Coffee Table Gemini

Looking to brighten up your home, this Gemini Wood Contemporary Coffee Table with it’s contrasting white and walnut faux wood grain paper veneer finish, will add charm and style at a discount price. Stylish slim black legs and metal drawer pulls give it a contemporary modern feel.

Coffee Table Edel

If you’re looking for a vintage style coffee table look no further. The Edel is comprised of a sturdy wood frame in a warm walnut brown. Lots of storage with a large drop-down compartment and one open shelf to store  all your living room essentials. All the rage now are gold tones and they are displayed elegantly in the legs and handle knob. The large tabletop is great for entertaining. A unique balance of storage and vintage feel, the Edel coffee table is a welcome adddition to any home.