Natural Stone Furniture and Decor: 11 Designs in Marble, Travertine and Alabaster

Round marble coffee table in Calacatta Viola with an interlocking stone base, Hashi Series by Lebanto
Contents
  1. Why choose natural stone furniture?
  2. Types of natural stone in design
  3. Stone and marble coffee tables
  4. Stone and marble side tables
  5. Alabaster and stone lamps
  6. Stone objects and decor
  7. How to care for natural stone
  8. Frequently asked questions
  9. A material for every era

Updated on: September 24, 2026

Every piece of stone is millions of years in the making. The designer only gets the last chapter.

Natural stone has shaped human spaces for as long as we have built them, from Roman travertine to the alabaster windows of medieval churches. In the home, it brings something no manufactured material can match: weight, depth and a pattern that is entirely its own. No two slabs, and no two pieces, are ever the same.

This selection gathers eleven natural stone designs by independent studios: stone and marble coffee tables, side tables, alabaster lamps and a few surprises. They range from polished Calacatta Viola to raw quarry fragments, showing how one ancient material adapts to every style, from minimal to brutalist.

Why choose natural stone furniture?

Stone furniture is durable, timeless and quietly luxurious. It holds its value, ages gracefully and brings a sense of permanence to a room. Moreover, because every block is unique, a natural stone piece is always one of a kind. Stone also pairs easily with wood, metal and textiles, so it suits minimalist, brutalist and Mediterranean interiors alike.

Types of natural stone in design

Marble

Polished and veined, marble is the classic choice for coffee and side tables. Varieties such as Calacatta Viola add bold burgundy veining to a white ground.

Travertine

Formed in mineral springs, travertine has a warm, porous texture. Left unfilled, its holes and layers give tables an ancient, weathered character.

Alabaster and onyx

Both are translucent, which makes them ideal for lighting. When lit from within, they glow and reveal their veining, giving a soft, warm light.

Limestone, cantera and slate

These stones are often used raw or hand-carved. They bring texture and an earthy, sculptural quality to furniture and objects.

Stone and marble coffee tables

A stone coffee table anchors a living room like nothing else. These three show the range, from polished marble to hand-carved travertine and cantera.

Round Marble Coffee Table – Hashi Series In Calacatta Viola by Lebanto

The Hashi is a low, round coffee table in Calacatta Viola marble, with a base of two stone slabs set at right angles, one passing through the other. The interlocking join needs no bracket or visible fixing. Made to order in Cantù, in Lombardy’s furniture district, it is an Italian marble coffee table of real restraint, and it is in stock.

By Lebanto

€3.100 incl. tax

Arkhe No 1 – Round Travertine Coffee Table by Studio Kali

A tribute to the amphitheaters of the Mediterranean, Arkhe is hand-carved from blocks of unfilled travertine, so its raw texture evokes weathered ancient ruins. Designer Fulden Topaloğlu drew on childhood visits to archaeological sites on the Aegean coast. Notably, the collection won an A’ Design Award Silver in 2024 and an EDIDA award in 2025.

By Studio Kali

€6.170 incl. tax

Atlantis Cantera Coffee Table by Toro Manifesto

Carved from Mexican cantera stone with polished steel details, Atlantis has platforms, miniature stairs and hidden receptacles for flowers, like a fragment of a lost city. It can be made to size or in other stones. As a result, it is part coffee table, part architectural landscape.

By Toro Manifesto

€5.250 incl. tax

Stone and marble side tables

A stone side table brings the same weight on a smaller scale, ideal beside a sofa or bed.

Fragments – Limestone / Aluminum Side Table by Estudio Material

Estudio Material salvages stone remnants from quarries and fabricators, here Winterset Limestone from Montana, and keeps their found condition: split edges, fabrication marks and traces of extraction. A pristine aluminum top is mechanically attached to the raw block. Each piece is unique, signed and numbered, and suitable indoors or out.

By Estudio Material

€3.300 incl. tax

Amazonas Stone Table Low by Studio Ayres

Hand-carved in marble by Mexico-based Studio Ayres, the Amazonas table is inspired by the warrior spirit of the Amazon women and their altar, the Amazoneum. Each stone carries its own veining and color. Therefore, no two tables are exactly alike, and this one is in stock.

By Studio Ayres

€1.896 incl. tax

Mono – Travertine And Metal Side Table by Yet Design Studio

A thin rectangular top lies on a thick stone pedestal, so the surface appears to float. The base comes in travertine or basalt, and the metal top in any RAL color. In other words, Mono pairs architectural stone with a light, graphic silhouette.

By Yet Design Studio

€1.200 – €1.380 incl. tax

Alabaster and stone lamps

Translucent stones such as alabaster and onyx transform when lit. An alabaster lamp glows warmly and reveals the stone’s veining, making it as much an object as a light.

Cumulo Table Lamp in Alabaster and Oak Wood by Valentine Maurice

Cumulo combines solid wood and natural alabaster, and is connected to an internal clock so its light slowly shifts in color through the day. Inspired by clouds, it translates daylight into a subtle luminous presence rather than showing time with numbers. Each piece is made by hand, so every one differs slightly, and it is in stock.

By Valentine Maurice

€900 incl. tax

Himalaya Lunar Vertical Table Lamp in Alabaster by HEAKO

White alabaster stones stand in for snow-capped Himalayan peaks, with a glowing sphere rising above them like the moon. A brass pipe and blue steel lines add an architectural counterpoint to the natural stone. Moreover, it uses a dimmable 2700K LED and is in stock.

By HEAKO

€3.300 incl. tax

Lucen Floor Lamp in Natural Stone by Mugen

Lucen pairs a grounded metal body with a softly shaped alabaster form, giving the floor lamp weight without rigidity. When lit, the stone diffuses a warm glow and reveals its subtle veining. It can be adapted to work in any country, and it is in stock.

By Mugen

€6.778 incl. tax

Tona Table Lamp in Onyx and Resin by Adrian Cruz

The Tona lamp is an architectural representation of the female body, combining translucent green onyx with blue resin. Light passes through the stone and colors it from within. Consequently, it reads as both sculpture and lamp, with a calm, coastal palette.

By Adrian Cruz

€2.420 incl. tax

Stone objects and decor

Stone also works at a smaller, more playful scale. Browse our objects for more stone decor.

“Rock and Roll” stone skateboard by Lucas Muñoz Muñoz

Only a true rock and roller would appreciate a skateboard in slate. Lucas Muñoz Muñoz turns the familiar deck into a heavy, handmade collector’s piece. In other words, it is stone decor with a sense of humor.

By Lucas Muñoz Muñoz

€2.000 incl. tax

How to care for natural stone

Wipe spills promptly, especially on marble, travertine and limestone, which can stain or etch with acids such as wine and citrus. Use coasters and a pH-neutral stone cleaner, and avoid vinegar or abrasive products. Most stone tables benefit from resealing every one to two years, while alabaster should be kept dry and simply dusted.


Frequently asked questions

Is a marble coffee table practical?

Yes, with a little care. Marble is durable but can stain or etch, so use coasters, wipe spills quickly and reseal it periodically. Honed finishes hide marks better than polished ones.

What is the difference between marble and travertine?

Marble is a dense metamorphic stone with distinctive veining. Travertine is a porous limestone formed in mineral springs, with a warmer, more textured surface.

Why are alabaster lamps so popular?

Alabaster is translucent, so it glows softly when lit and reveals its natural veining. Each lamp is unique and gives a warm, diffused light.

Can stone furniture be used outdoors?

Some can. Dense stones such as granite, basalt and certain limestones handle the outdoors well; check each product’s guidance before placing it outside.

How heavy is a stone coffee table?

Usually between 30 and 150 kg, depending on size and stone. Check the floor and plan delivery and placement carefully.

How do I clean natural stone?

Use a soft cloth with warm water or a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Avoid acidic, abrasive or bleach-based products.

A material for every era

From polished Calacatta Viola to raw quarry fragments and glowing alabaster, natural stone adapts to every style and every scale. These eleven designs show its range, and why a single stone piece can give a room a sense of permanence that lasts for generations.

Words by

Ieva Krikščiūnaitė

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