A Table Sized for a Single Drink Is the Home Upgrade You Need
Consider a piece of furniture with a singular focus—and endless flexibility.
At a mere 9 inches across, the Lily table looks like it might be missing an extra section or two. But welcome to the world of drink tables. Popularized in the 1920s, when people began entertaining at home more often, these small surfaces are just big enough for one cocktail—maybe two.
Prized for its portability, the drink table has made a comeback in recent years as interest in decorating has grown and home sizes have shrunk. “There’s a high demand for small-space solutions, particularly for flexible items that make a big impact visually and functionally,” says Jeff Hannoosh, vice president for design at West Elm. The company introduced its bestselling Martini table in 2009 and has since added almost a dozen other styles.