Japanese tables are an inspiration for many interior designs that draw from Japanese culture and beyond. Low tables are undoubtedly a direct symbol of décor with Japanese elements, surprisingly adopted more and more in Western cultures.
Japanese tables are placed at floor level, so chairs are not used; people sit directly on a soft rug, possibly also on some soft cushions. In the Western version, these tables can be used for serving dinner or just for coffee or tea.
There are also models that are hidden in the floor. When used, they rise from the floor allowing legs to be more relaxed. It's an ingenious idea, welcome in small spaces where every square meter counts. Such tables allow the use of dining space for various other activities, being a multifunctional and practical idea.
The defining feature of these Japanese tables is their minimalism. Because those seated around them sit directly on the floor, Japanese tables inspire a casual style, freeing up space in the room.
Breaking away from the traditional home setting, Japanese tables can be integrated into the design of restaurants, of course those with a Japanese theme, or tea rooms that wish to impress customers with a unique décor.
A practical, multifunctional alternative to a coffee table for any living rooms or sitting rooms.
Japanese tables – inspiration for décor
