As Susana Molina, founder of Mexports by SM, I pour my heart into designing handcrafted oval coffee tables that blend rustic elegance with bold sophistication. For nearly three decades, I’ve created pieces from mesquite wood, hammered copper, and travertine stone, each one telling a story of Mexican artistry.
My designs speak to discerning homeowners, interior designers, and collectors across the United States who value quality, heritage, and artistic expression. Styling an oval coffee table transforms it into the focal point of your living room, reflecting your unique taste. Let’s explore how to style your oval coffee table to create a lasting impression, keeping in mind the needs, goals, and motivations of my buyers: affluent professionals, creatives, and families seeking timeless luxury.
Understand Your Space and Aesthetic
Start by assessing your living room’s color palette and decorating style. My buyers, typically aged 35-54 with incomes above $100,000, live in urban or affluent suburban areas like Los Angeles, New York, or Atlanta. They seek pieces that balance minimalist elegance with bold character.
An oval coffee table, with its soft curves and tapered legs, complements a range of styles, from rustic charm to modern sophistication. Choose a table that harmonizes with your room’s tones and textures.
For example, a mesquite wood table with hammered copper accents adds warmth to neutral palettes, while travertine stone elevates sleek, contemporary spaces. Ensure the table’s size fits your space, leaving enough negative space to avoid a cluttered look.
Create a Focal Point with Purpose
An oval coffee table naturally draws the eye, making it the heart of your living room decor. My buyers, including interior designers and collectors, want furniture that serves as a statement piece. Place the table centrally, ensuring it anchors the seating area without overwhelming it.
If your table has a bottom shelf or second shelf, use it to enhance functionality without sacrificing style. For instance, a solid shelf crafted from mesquite wood offers space for storage baskets, keeping essentials like magazines or throws neatly tucked away.
This addresses the pain point of space constraints, especially for urban dwellers, while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Style with Intention: The Triangle Rule
To style your oval coffee table, follow the triangle rule for visual balance. My buyers value personalization and quality, so select decorative objects that reflect your story. Arrange three key elements in a triangular formation: a tall item for vertical interest, a medium item for balance, and a low item for grounding.
For example, place a flower arrangement in a handcrafted ceramic vase as the tall focal point, a decorative tray holding aromatic candles or candle holders as the medium element, and a stack of art books or travel mementoes as the low base.
Incorporate Artisanal Objects and Natural Elements
As a designer rooted in Mexican artistry, I encourage using artisanal objects to add soul to your oval coffee table. My buyers, motivated by quality and heritage, appreciate handcrafted pieces that tell a story.
A hammered copper serving tray or a travertine stone catch-all bowl adds texture and authenticity. Integrate natural arrangements, like a small potted succulent or a delicate flower arrangement, to bring life to the table.
These elements resonate with buyers who value sustainability and ethical sourcing, ensuring your decor feels personal and purposeful. Avoid over-styling; leave negative space to let each piece shine, addressing the pain point of decision overload.
Add Functionality with Storage Solutions
An oval coffee table with a bottom shelf or second shelf offers clever storage solutions. Place storage baskets or boxes beneath the table to hold remotes, coasters, or children’s toys, keeping the surface clean and elegant.
This addresses the challenge of maintaining a tidy living room while meeting the goal of functionality. Choose baskets made from natural materials like woven seagrass to complement the table’s rustic elegance, ensuring every element feels intentional.
Embrace Seasonal Switch-Ups
Keep your oval coffee table fresh by embracing seasonal switch-ups. Swap out decor to reflect the time of year: in spring, add a vibrant flower arrangement; in winter, display aromatic candles in earthy tones.
These small changes keep your table dynamic and engaging, appealing to buyers who want their furniture to evolve with their lifestyle. My tables, built to last with enduring materials, provide a timeless canvas for these updates, ensuring your investment remains relevant for years.
Address Pain Points with Confidence
My buyers often face challenges like high costs and delivery concerns. When styling your oval coffee table, focus on its value as a long-term investment. A handcrafted piece from Mexports, priced between $2,000 and $10,000, offers unmatched quality and durability, addressing the motivation for heirloom-worthy furniture.
To ease delivery worries, choose a table designed for easy assembly or compact shipping, ensuring it arrives in pristine condition. By styling with purpose and quality pieces, you create a living room that feels both luxurious and practical, overcoming common frustrations.
Final Thoughts
Styling an oval coffee table is about creating a legacy, just as I’ve done with Mexports by SM since 1996. By blending artisanal objects, natural elements, and thoughtful functionality, you craft a living room centrepiece that reflects your unique style. Whether you’re an interior designer curating for a client or a homeowner building a timeless space, let your oval coffee table tell your story. Explore our handcrafted Oval collections in copper mesquite woods and travertine, and let’s create your masterpiece, one piece at a time.
— Susana Molina
Founder & Designer, Mexports by SM