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Debbie Black

I Asked 11 Interior Designers: 'How Do You Style a Coffee Table?' These Are Their Top Tips for an Elegant and Characterful Display

A modern living space with a green and beige sofa facing each other with a black two-layered thin coffee table in the center styled with a vase of foliage, books and candles; and there is a large artwork of the side of a girl's face on the wall next to black-framed doors leading to the garden.

Styling a coffee table is not as simple as it may sound — there are many considerations to take into account, from the size, shape, and material of the table, to the overall look and feel of your space. Plus, there is a fine line to tread between curated and chaotic.

As the focal point of most living rooms, how you style your coffee table says as much about your personal style as your sofa. It's not all about the latest coffee table trends, either; the decorative elements that you choose should not only be visually appealing but also be part of the storytelling of your space.

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