Marks & Spencer
Gallery Direct Novara Coffee Table Dark Brown
£599
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Description
This striking low coffee table from Gallery Direct combines retro-inspired design with expert craftsmanship. It has a rectangular shape with thick edges and a charcoal brown glaze for a rich, glossy look. The sturdy piece is made of reinforced glass concrete with a faux tile finish.
Our Stylist Says
I love the Novara coffee table for its striking dark brown finish and bold, contemporary design. It works well in both modern and eclectic interiors, adding a touch of sophistication to minimalist spaces or complementing richer textures in more layered schemes. Practical styling tips include keeping the surface relatively clear for a tidy look-or filling it with a selection of decorative accessories like sculptures, candles, or a tray of magazines for added personality. Its substantial size makes it ideal as a central piece in the living room, and it pairs beautifully with neutral sofas or even contrasting lighter shades to create visual interest.
Sienna Brooks
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.
