Coffee Table and End Tables Sets
Coffee Table and End Tables
Should the End Table Be Taller Than the Coffee Table?
When choosing coffee table and end tables, the height relationship matters for comfort and everyday use. End tables are usually taller because it makes reaching lamps, drinks, and books much easier. This height difference also adds dimension within contemporary living room furniture, keeping the overall layout visually balanced.
How to Style a Wide, Low Coffee Table with a Tall, Thin End Table
Pairing contrasting pieces works best when they share a material or finish. If your main surface is a round marble coffee table, echoing that tone or metal detail on the end table keeps things cohesive. We’ve seen this approach work beautifully with unique coffee tables, especially when the silhouettes intentionally differ. Even a small coffee table pairs well as long as the finishes relate.
How to Position a Tall End Table Next to a Sofa
Typically, the end table sits beside the sofa arm while the coffee table stays centered in front of the seating area. This keeps everything ergonomic and visually balanced. Whether you're styling a single set or combining multiple coffee table and end tables, this layout maintains a clean traffic flow.
Can Coffee Tables and End Tables Be Nested or Layered?
Yes, nesting is both practical and visually interesting. A round storage coffee table paired with a lighter, shifting companion piece creates flexibility in smaller rooms. Sets like the Soda Table by Yiannis Ghikas for Miniforms are excellent examples. Each one is crafted from a single piece of Murano-blown glass, shaped by three master glass-makers who maintain precise temperature control to achieve the hammered texture. The result is a luminous form with three sculptural petals and extraordinary light refraction, available in amber, petrol green, blue, and amethyst. The Soda Table has received six prestigious design awards and remains one of the strongest collectors' favorites in our assortment.
Mixing heights, materials, and silhouettes can elevate your entire setup. Many designers choose to layer multiple coffee table and end tables to bring more movement and flexibility into the room.
Summary
- End tables are usually taller than coffee tables for comfort and reach.
- Coordinate materials or finishes for cohesion even when silhouettes contrast.
- End tables sit beside the sofa arm; the coffee table centers the layout.
- Nesting tables add versatility, height variation, and style.
- The Soda Table set offers an artisan-crafted option with exceptional design detail.