banktafels
Banktafels are a category of furniture term used in Dutch to describe tables designed to accompany seating, such as benches or sofas. The word banktafel literally combines bank (bench or seating) and tafel (table). In English-language contexts, these pieces are often described as coffee tables or sofa tables, but banktafels may differ in proportions or function from those terms.
Design and form: Banktafels are typically low-profile and elongated to sit in front of a bench or
Usage: Placed in living rooms, lounges, or waiting areas, banktafels provide a surface for beverages, books,
Context and variation: The concept is found across Dutch and European interior practice, with variations that