A question for the class: When was the last time you thought about a yellow coffee table? I'd bet good money it wasn't recently. And why not? Yellow coffee tables might not be your first choice when decorating your space, but there is no reason they should be your last. They're bright, beautiful, and add some built-in sunshine to your home, even on the cloudiest days.
The best coffee tables are accents, after all, and yellow is one of the best accent colors out there. Especially in a dark room, yellow lightens, softens, and calms — why not combine that with your coffee table, one of the most quietly integral pieces of decor in any space?
'The coffee table often plays a supporting role, quietly anchoring the living space while other elements take the spotlight,' says Nina Lichtenstein, interior designer at Custom Home Design by Nina Lichtenstein.
So let's go big and bright, just in time for spring — below, you'll find my absolute favorite yellow coffee tables from the best home decor brands on the market. I swear I'm happier just looking at these, and I have a feeling you will be too!
12 bright and beautiful yellow coffee tables
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Price: $58.99
Was: $75.99
This affordable table is quite appealing for a starter apartment or a small patio, considering it's also weather-resistant and anti-rust.
Price: $154
Was: $330
It's almost time for outdoor furniture, and you could do a lot worse than starting the season with this bright, beautiful (and rust-resistant) coffee table. Perforated holes in the top prevent a build-up of rain water, and the plastic material won't get too hot in the sun.
Price: $202
Was: $289
From the same Italian makers of the Bloom (which you will spot later on this list) comes the Hoodi, whose space-saving half-moon design makes it the perfect coffee table for a small living room.
Price: $239.95
I love Novogratz, the brand featured here, for its Scandi-inspired, affordable designs. Such sensibilities are clearly on display once again with the Roberta, a lovely yellow table that's sure to look just as chic by the pool as it would by the couch.
Price: $214
With its clever design, the Bakkes is a table and a garden all in one. Simply stick your flowers/plants into the included planter pot, which then slots into a recess on the table. Genius!
Price: $168
It might be more of a side table than a coffee table, but I couldn't help but include this glazed earthenware piece in this edit. Its bright shine and pleated texture add so much to a room.
Price: $554
Was: $792
I love how this round coffee table uses mixed materials — an upholstered base combined with a steel frame. And it's also quite a great price right now at over $200 off!
Price: $479
A rectangular coffee table that's simple, easy, and dependable — that's what you'll get with this lovely investment piece from Room & Board. Think of how exciting this could feel in a child's playroom.
Price: $916
Practical, well-made, and a gorgeous color, this oval coffee table has everything you could need. I'm particularly fond of the added storage tray at the bottom, where the raised edge would conceal any unsavory clutter and keep precious trinkets from easily falling off!
Price: $912.55
Was: $1910.79
The opening at the bottom of this sled-style piece keeps things extra playful — and its high-gloss finish made me swoon.
Price: $895
This ochre-colored table from Blu Dot is suitable for indoor an outdoor use. And despite being quite large, the powder-coated aluminum material is actually lightweight, meaning transport would be a breee.
Price: $977.50
Was: $1150
Easily the most modern coffee table on this list, this playful and graphic piece imagined by Frank Gehry in 2004 would telegraph your love of design to any incoming house guests.
Good news — there's more where that came from. If you're still looking to shop coffee tables, try my edits of the best wood coffee tables, best minimalist coffee tables, best green coffee tables, and best marble coffee tables next.
What is the #1 thing to keep in mind when buying a coffee table?
When it's time to purchase your coffee table, 'there is one golden rule to abide by,' Nina tells me: 'Functionality reigns supreme.'
Though the look of the table is undoubtedly important, 'it's crucial to select a table that not only complements your design vision but also serves your practical needs. Consider the size and scale of your space — opt for a coffee table that strikes the perfect balance between form and function, providing ample surface area for both decor and everyday essentials.'
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