Modern console sofa table – popcorn and soda not included
The console sofa tables, the ones that usually sit flat against the wall in the hallway or in the corner of the living room cart in front of the TV, are becoming more and more popular as our needs as a society become more demanding and our indulgences, more extensive. While this piece of furniture once served the main purpose of complementing the sofa or couch with a simple assortment of shelves in matching style and design, console sofa tables are becoming much more elaborate. You can order a table made of glass, wood, marble, whatever. For a very high price, some people are even following the aquatic trend and putting an aquarium inside their own. As with all furniture, there are many possibilities, so when selecting your new table you should consider not only the table itself, but also the room around it. And most importantly, what do you want to use it for?
The modern console sofa table is now virtually made to order. While the obvious decisions naturally apply when selecting a console sofa table, such as shelves vs. cabinets or glass vs. wood, consumers now have a myriad of different options. Listed below are some of the various console tables of modern times:
Coffee table sofa: This table option has a predetermined space in which a small or medium-sized coffee maker would fit perfectly. Some sofa tables even come with one included. It is also very common to see the furniture manufacturer provide a set of coffee cups and various utensils and/or sugar bowls with the piece.
Media Center Sofa Table – With multimedia becoming more popular, sofa table manufacturers have stepped up to join the crowd. Many tables are now being designed fully equipped and built to house various media players such as DVD players, CD players, tuners and even Nintendo or PlayStation and XBOX games and equipment. Depending on the placement of the tables in the room, you can potentially connect all of your equipment to the TV for true ease of use. Operate everything from one portal.
Popcorn Sofa Table – Some furniture manufacturers have gone so far as to design sofa tables especially for families who love to enjoy a bowl of popcorn while lounging in front of the TV on the sofa. These tables provide perfect nooks for placing a microwave behind a cabinet with added conveniences like a pull-out shelf on wheels for easy access. And while popcorn isn’t included, chances are it will one day.
Couch Table with Beverage Station – Similar in concept to the popcorn sofa table, the refreshment table comes equipped with either a built-in refrigerator, much like a mini bar, or with a suitable slot for one. Some of the more practical tables also come with a dining set with matching cups and straws. With this latest furniture evolution, you won’t have to get up from the couch!
Books and DVDs – Finally, sofa tables lend themselves more to the storage side of the furniture realm and are made with designated slots for books, DVDs, and CDs. Some have additional shelves dedicated to the media shelves and others have doors that open to place items inside for storage. It all depends on your personal preference.
Face it, the family room is here to stay. Add a sofa table or console table to give yourself the space you need.