Parallel Coffee Table

A museum vitrine for the living room — Magnus Pettersen floats tempered glass between two oak planes.

Inspired by display showcases, the Norwegian designer's Parallel table turns the space between its surfaces into a curated gallery for books and objects, visible through the glass top. White pigmented lacquered oak, made in Türkiye in square and rectangular formats for the WOUD collection.

Materials

White pigmented lacquered oak with tempered glass tabletop

Sizes

35.4 x 35.4 in or 47.2 x 23.6 in; both 13.8 in H

Designer

Magnus Pettersen

Made in

Türkiye

Care

Wipe wood with a moist then dry cloth; clean glass with cleaner sprayed on the cloth

Common Questions

What goes in the display layer?
Coffee-table books, ceramics, and collected objects — the gap between the lower oak plane and the glass top works like a showcase, keeping pieces visible but dust-free.

Is the glass top durable?
Yes — it is tempered glass, made to take daily use of mugs, trays, and remotes. Clean it with glass cleaner sprayed onto a cloth rather than the surface.

Which size should I choose?
The 35.4 in square anchors a corner sofa or sectional; the 47.2 x 23.6 in rectangle suits a standard three-seat sofa. Both sit low at 13.8 in.