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Small tables, a strong X detail
Design notes

Small tables, a strong X detail

A family of painted accent tables with rich wood tops and an X that ties the larger and smaller pieces together.

A small table can change how a corner works. It gives a drink a landing place, holds a plant, and brings a little warmth beside a chair. These pieces share the same idea: a dark wood top over a white frame, with an X detail that makes each one feel related.

One design language, several sizes

In the group photo you can see a long piece, a compact side table, and a low coffee table together. Their sizes and purposes differ, but the painted frames and stained tops make the collection feel connected. I like that the X detail stays visible without taking over the furniture.

The low table has a broad top and an open lower area. The smaller table puts the same contrast into a tighter footprint. Out in the light, the grain of the tops and the white cross braces become the most interesting parts of the composition.

A place for everyday things

I think about pieces like these as helpers around a home. They can move between rooms and still look as though they belong. The gallery includes a close look at the small table, a view of the low piece, and a wider look at the whole group.

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