Who would have thought that so much thought could and should go into what to do with your coffee table?
But as a piece of furniture that often ties your living room together, figuring out just what to do with it is an important part of keeping it from becoming a dumping ground for remotes, books, papers and whatever else you need to plunk down on a bare spot.
A good place to start is the designer’s rule of three. Here’s an article that explains the concept, how it relates to coffee tables, and how to move beyond that general guide to give your table some flair.
And this article offers a few more ideas on style, shape, and what to put on your table to make it look great.