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“A too-small coffee table is also less functional for those occupying surrounding seating,” Venice says.

She recommends choosing a piece that is roughly two-thirds the length of your sofa.

Illustration showing how tall a coffee table should be

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Think about your desired aesthetic first and search for tables that complement your target look.

Tall

Tall coffee tables are best paired with taller sofas and are above the average height.

Emily Vaughan, the founder ofEmily Vaughan Interiors, offers a few possible solutions.

brown plinth coffee table

Four Hands

“Dont be afraid of natural materials, distressed finishes, and unique variations,” Venice says.

“Have fun and mix it up!”

Most coffee tables are between 14 and 20 inches high.

black wooden coffee table

Louis Duncan-He

Generally a coffee table should be about 17 inches away from a couch.

round marble and wood coffee table

Desiree Burns Interiors

gold nesting coffee tables

Gray Space Interiors

black coffee table with shelf

Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions