7. The Metal and Smoked-Glass Frame
For a look that channels the sophistication of a boutique hotel, a metallic frame with smoked-glass shelving is perfection. The smoked glass offers a darker, more moody surface that isn’t as transparent as clear glass but isn’t as opaque as wood, providing a beautiful middle ground.
How to Make
Find a table with a slim, brushed-gold or matte-black steel frame. The smoked-glass top should sit flush within the frame. This style is quite formal, so it works best in rooms with high ceilings or statement lighting. Because the smoked glass has a dark tint, use items on top that provide a bit of light—a white marble coaster set, a silver candle holder, or a book with a bright cover will pop beautifully against the smoky surface.
Things Needed
- Metal-framed coffee table with smoked-glass
- White marble coasters
- Silver or metallic decorative accents
- Glass cleaner (specifically for tinted glass)
