A square, rectangular, oval or round small coffee table is a practical and decorative element of the interior.
A bit of history
Today there is a huge number of various forms and designs of a small decorative table, and for the first time it appeared as an interior element in 1868. The authorship belongs to the European designer - Edward William Godwin.
By the way, historians never came to a common opinion about the reason for the small height of this piece of furniture. But most people tend to believe that the Ottoman and Japanese culture left their imprint in the history of Europe. Nevertheless, a wooden unpainted square or round coffee table gained immense popularity and became the embodiment of aristocracy in the interior. By the way, this option is also no less relevant today, as the world of design is ruled by eco-style. Natural wood is a win-win option for almost any interior design.
Functionality or design?
Rather, both can be said about the coffee table, but the final choice, of course, is yours. In this case, all tables are divided into three types:
- simple and practical;
- table-transformer;
- decorative table.
The first option is suitable for those who primarily value comfort. A white coffee round table is a vivid example of this kind, since it has a convenient shape, does not have decorative excesses, and the color is easily combined with other shades. This kind can also include a round glass coffee table, the practicality of which has been tested for years.
One of the most interesting options is a table-transformer. It can easily be transformed into a pouf, a banquet and even a dining table, beyond which the whole family can fit.
Decorative tables can have the most intricate, and allows you to impress any imagination, design, but not always such a table is roomy and convenient.
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