Short answer: Our Stella coffee table is a modular lift-top table in Oak or Walnut. One module is 23.6 inches square and 18.5 inches high when closed, and the top lifts to 26.4 inches. You can start with one module and link more later.
The same table works as a low coffee table or as a higher surface for a laptop or a meal, and it is made of 18 mm MDF with a melamine finish and steel legs. Both heights are correct. Most coffee tables stay at one height. The Stella is for people who also use the table to work or eat, or who expect the living room to change.
On This Page
- How high is the Stella, and how does the lift-top work?
- What is a Stella module, and how big is each setup?
- Can I combine several Stella units?
- Which finishes, materials and care does the Stella have?
- What does the Stella go with?
- Who is the Stella for, and who is it not for?
- How does assembly work, and what arrives?
- Our recommendation
- Explore our tables
How high is the Stella, and how does the lift-top work?
The Stella coffee table has two heights. Closed, it stands 18.5 inches high. Lifted, it reaches 26.4 inches. Our product page lists the full range as 18.5 to 26.4 inches and describes the lift-top surface as adjusting to a comfortable working height whenever you need it.
That range matters because our fixed-height coffee tables run from the Ombra at 13.3 inches to the Mensa at 16.3 inches. Closed, the Stella is already higher than all of them. The extra height is what makes a laptop or a plate easier to reach than on a low table.
A common guideline is a coffee table level with the sofa seat or a little lower. That is general advice, not a product specification, so check your own seat height before you order. Our guide on how to choose a coffee table covers height, size and shape.
What is a Stella module, and how big is each setup?
A module is one Stella unit: a square table 23.6 inches on each side, with a lift-top surface and steel legs. You can buy one on its own, and our product page also shows setups of two, three and four modules. A single module is from $210 on our product page.
What is a Stella module, and how big is each setup?
| Setup | Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 module | 23.6 inches | 23.6 inches | 18.5 to 26.4 inches |
| 2 modules | 23.6 inches | 47.2 inches | 18.5 to 26.4 inches |
| 3 modules | 23.6 inches | 70.7 inches | 18.5 to 26.4 inches |
| 4 modules | 23.6 inches | 94.5 inches | 18.5 to 26.4 inches |
Every setup is 23.6 inches from front to back: only the width changes.
Can I combine several Stella units?
Yes. Our product page describes the Stella as built to expand: you connect additional units whenever you need more surface. One module suits a spot beside a chair or at the end of a sofa, two modules at 47.2 inches long suit a two-seat sofa, and three or four, at 70.7 inches and 94.5 inches, suit a longer sofa or a sectional.
By the common two-thirds guideline, a sofa 84 inches long suits a table of about 56 inches, so two modules would be slightly short and three slightly long. That is general advice, not a product specification. Our guide to pairing a sofa, accent chair and coffee table covers the wider layout.
Which finishes, materials and care does the Stella have?
Our Stella coffee table comes in two finishes, Oak and Walnut. The table unit is 18 mm MDF with a melamine finish, and the legs are powder coated steel. Oak is the lighter wood and keeps a room airy, while Walnut is deeper and gives a pale sofa something to stand out against. Our Tessella, Eclipse, Arca, Ombra and Mensa tables also come in both.
To care for it, dust with a soft, dry cloth, wipe stains gently with a damp cloth and mild soap, then dry right away. Avoid harsh cleaners and use coasters, because condensation left for a long time can damage the finish.
What does the Stella go with?
The closest match is our Stella media unit, which uses the same name and the same 18 mm MDF with a melamine finish, so a coffee table and a TV unit can share a finish. Read our Stella media unit guide for its sizes, doors and open storage.
The Stella is our smallest coffee table by footprint and the tallest of our coffee tables, which suits a studio or a small living room. Our guide to how to choose a credenza or media unit helps you plan the TV wall around it.
Who is the Stella for, and who is it not for?
The Stella suits you if you:
- Work or eat at the coffee table: the lift-top raises the surface for a laptop or a meal.
- Live in a small space: one module has a 23.6 inches footprint.
- Expect your needs to change: you can add modules later instead of replacing the table.
It may not suit you if you want built-in storage, because we do not list storage for the Stella. Our guide to coffee tables with storage compares the pieces that do. It is also not the best choice for a very low table, because it is 18.5 inches high even when closed, or for a single long surface, where our Tessella is one piece.
How does assembly work, and what arrives?
Assembly is mostly tool-free: the hardware includes hand screws and an Allen key. The table box measures 28.3 x 27.6 x 13.8 inches and weighs 53.8 lb, and the legs come in a small separate box. An assembly guide is on the product page, and our article on how long our furniture takes to assemble lists about 15 minutes per Stella table. The table is covered by our 5-year limited warranty.
Our recommendation
- One module: a small living room, a studio or a spot beside a chair.
- Two or three modules: the front of a sofa where you also want to work or eat at the table.
- Oak or Walnut: Oak for a lighter look, Walnut for more contrast with a pale sofa.
- Storage needed: choose a table with storage instead.
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Product specifications can change. Check the current dimensions on the product page before ordering.