Marks & Spencer
Cotswold Company Elkstone Coffee Table Natural
£450
Price History
Description
This coffee table from The Cotswold Company will make an elegant centrepiece in your living space. Part of the Elkstone range, it has hand-turned legs and a solid oak top with natural grain and knot detailing. A slatted shelf underneath provides handy extra storage for books and magazines.
Our Stylist Says
I love the Elkstone coffee table for its timeless, natural wood finish that adds warmth and character to a wide range of interior styles. It works particularly well in cosy, rustic, or Scandi-inspired spaces, where its simple, sturdy design can be complemented with soft textiles or greenery. Practical styling tips include layering it with oversized bowls, candles, or books to create an inviting focal point. Its lower slatted shelf also offers handy storage for magazines or small accessories, making it both stylish and functional. This piece is versatile enough to suit both living rooms and casual lounges, adding a touch of understated elegance without overwhelming the space.
Evan Carter
Flitch Interior Stylist
Dimensions
Dimensions can be found on Marks & Spencer's website here
About Marks & Spencer
History and Expansion
Marks and Spencer, often lovingly called "Marks and Sparks" or "M&S", has been a staple in the UK market since its founding in 1884. Over the years, the brand has seen tremendous growth, with 1,064 stores across the UK and an additional 406 locations worldwide as of 2023.
Historically, M&S was celebrated for its commitment to selling British-made goods, pioneering the "St Michael" brand in 1928 which honoured its co-founder Michael Marks.
As they grew, M&S maintained its reputation for quality, fair value, and innovative customer policies, even allowing returns with full cash refunds regardless of purchase date.
Clothing & Home Business Endeavours
In recent years, M&S has focused on modernising its Clothing & Home business, striving to offer contemporary, stylish products that resonate with their 22 million customers.
A noteworthy move was their acquisition of Jaeger in 2021, a brand that shares a founding year with M&S. Under M&S's umbrella, Jaeger remains an independent brand, renowned for its timeless elegance, and is now available on M&S's website and in select M&S stores across the UK and Ireland.
Sustainability and Innovations
Throughout its existence, Marks and Spencer has demonstrated commitment to improving customer experience and sustainability.
In the 1950s, they introduced hygiene training for canteen staff, and by the 1960s had implemented thermostatically controlled refrigerators for enhanced energy efficiency.
M&S has been at the forefront of many retail innovations, from introducing "sell by dates" in the early '70s to enhance food quality, to banning smoking in all their stores as early as 1959 due to fire hazards.
The brand's long standing dedication to quality, customer relations, and sustainability remains evident in their practices today.
