The Cowhide Trays from eSSa Studios call to the enchanting, rustic appeal of the American west. The tray surface is comprised of cowhide from corriente cattle, showcasing the auburn or tan hides of the cattle. Shown here in walnut, the Ottoman Tray is designed to be a focal point on an ottoman or coffee table.

Also available in oak, and in wallet and breakfast tray sizes.
The Cowhide Trays from eSSa Studios call to the enchanting, rustic appeal of the American west. The tray surface is comprised of cowhide from corriente cattle, showcasing the auburn or tan hides of the cattle. Shown here in walnut, the Ottoman Tray is designed to be a focal point on an ottoman or coffee table. Also available in oak, and in wallet and breakfast tray sizes.
This eye-catching tray from eSSa Studios features a cowhide surface that is framed in walnut wood. It is available in three sizes.
This eye-catching tray from eSSa Studios features a cowhide surface that is framed in walnut wood. It is available in three sizes.
Each of the sliding trays in Pozner’s tidy office desk serves a different function.
Each of the sliding trays in Pozner’s tidy office desk serves a different function.
ROULE TRAY

Designed by Pauline Deltour for Discipline, the Roulé tray is inspired by classic copper pots used in jam making. Carrying through with this inspiration, the tray features an exaggeratedly large rolled edge that is not only an aesthetic choice, but also a practical one—the edge facilitates handling and stacking with other Roulé trays. Made from copper or brass, this tray has a distinctive shine that has a mirror-like effect on the objects it holds. The classic shape of the Roulé tray recalls traditional and simple serving trays, but the luxe materials give the tray a refined elegance that will add sophistication to a cocktail party or dress up a side table arrangement.
ROULE TRAY Designed by Pauline Deltour for Discipline, the Roulé tray is inspired by classic copper pots used in jam making. Carrying through with this inspiration, the tray features an exaggeratedly large rolled edge that is not only an aesthetic choice, but also a practical one—the edge facilitates handling and stacking with other Roulé trays. Made from copper or brass, this tray has a distinctive shine that has a mirror-like effect on the objects it holds. The classic shape of the Roulé tray recalls traditional and simple serving trays, but the luxe materials give the tray a refined elegance that will add sophistication to a cocktail party or dress up a side table arrangement.
Red & Black TrayA simple graphic tray with an elegant carrara marble inset. $195
Red & Black TrayA simple graphic tray with an elegant carrara marble inset. $195
Perfect for colorful macaroons, this geometric tray is designed by Clara Von Zweigbergk and is arrangeable to fit your appetite.
Perfect for colorful macaroons, this geometric tray is designed by Clara Von Zweigbergk and is arrangeable to fit your appetite.
Serve treats on a tray as rich as dessert itself with the marble-and-walnut Duo serving tray from Bower.
Serve treats on a tray as rich as dessert itself with the marble-and-walnut Duo serving tray from Bower.
AJ SERVING TRAY

There is something undeniably refined about a stainless steel bar set. Whether it’s the subtle shine or the coolness of the metal, Stelton’s Cylinda-Line, designed by Arne Jacobsen, presents the essential elements for a modern bar. The series uses simple cylindrical shapes to provide a minimalist, clean continuity between the pieces. The AJ Serving Tray features two side handles for easy carrying, and is an attractive way to serve cocktails to guests, or to place hors d’oeuvres on a coffee table. As a standalone item, the tray adds elegance to a cocktail party. Grouped with other pieces from the Cylinda-Line? That’s a comprehensive, sophisticated modern bar.
AJ SERVING TRAY There is something undeniably refined about a stainless steel bar set. Whether it’s the subtle shine or the coolness of the metal, Stelton’s Cylinda-Line, designed by Arne Jacobsen, presents the essential elements for a modern bar. The series uses simple cylindrical shapes to provide a minimalist, clean continuity between the pieces. The AJ Serving Tray features two side handles for easy carrying, and is an attractive way to serve cocktails to guests, or to place hors d’oeuvres on a coffee table. As a standalone item, the tray adds elegance to a cocktail party. Grouped with other pieces from the Cylinda-Line? That’s a comprehensive, sophisticated modern bar.
Wolfum

The L.A.-based design shop led by Annabel Inganni sets itself apart with a combination of materials and textiles. Its serving tray exemplifies Wolfum’s infatuation with patterns in a simple form created from Baltic Birch plywood.
Wolfum The L.A.-based design shop led by Annabel Inganni sets itself apart with a combination of materials and textiles. Its serving tray exemplifies Wolfum’s infatuation with patterns in a simple form created from Baltic Birch plywood.
Pass the party appetizers on this tree-lined tray made of fabric that has been pressed into birch plywood and laminated. It's shatterproof, waterproof, and lightweight for easy carrying of all your favorite bites.
Pass the party appetizers on this tree-lined tray made of fabric that has been pressed into birch plywood and laminated. It's shatterproof, waterproof, and lightweight for easy carrying of all your favorite bites.
The Best Ice Cube TrayTovolo’s King ice cube tray is tops because the larger surface area slows the dilution of melted water in your beverage. See the full analysis, which gives more thought to ice cubes than we ever have, at The Sweethome.
The Best Ice Cube TrayTovolo’s King ice cube tray is tops because the larger surface area slows the dilution of melted water in your beverage. See the full analysis, which gives more thought to ice cubes than we ever have, at The Sweethome.
Debuting at ICFF 2014, David Weeks and Neal Feay Studio collaborated on a collection of trays. In response to Weeks's angular design (left), Alex Rasmussen of Neal Feay dreamed up its curved counterpart.
Debuting at ICFF 2014, David Weeks and Neal Feay Studio collaborated on a collection of trays. In response to Weeks's angular design (left), Alex Rasmussen of Neal Feay dreamed up its curved counterpart.
Solemani's Link Cowhide Rug for RH.
Solemani's Link Cowhide Rug for RH.
Designed by innovators Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for FLOS, the Piani Table Lamp offers stylish and modern asymmetry for the home or work environment. Made of injection printed ABS, this unique lamp provides both direct and ambient light with energy-efficient LED technology.
Designed by innovators Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for FLOS, the Piani Table Lamp offers stylish and modern asymmetry for the home or work environment. Made of injection printed ABS, this unique lamp provides both direct and ambient light with energy-efficient LED technology.
Seating Trays made of plywood, walnut veneer, cast silicone, and felt.
Seating Trays made of plywood, walnut veneer, cast silicone, and felt.
Here's the stand unfolded.
Here's the stand unfolded.
Sunrise Tray by Anna Þórunn-A piece that stuck in my mind and felt distinctly Icelandic with its sense of imagination, storytelling, and good common sense and utility was the Sunrise tray by Anna Þórunn.

A product designer by trade, Þórunn relies on her ability to tell traditional stories in a witty, thoughtful, and contemporary way. From the Rúdolf magazine rack on wheels (charming!) to the seriousness of the Norðurmyrin cuttingboard (the blood from cut meat filling grooves mimicking street patterns telling the story of conflicts among early settlers) to the raven inspired (of course) Feed Me bowls, Þórunn captivates and leaves you wanting more. "I see shapes and forms in everything, so with this tray I saw a house, a mountain and a sunrise so I went with it," Þórunn told me. Photo by: Tiffany Orvet
Sunrise Tray by Anna Þórunn-A piece that stuck in my mind and felt distinctly Icelandic with its sense of imagination, storytelling, and good common sense and utility was the Sunrise tray by Anna Þórunn. A product designer by trade, Þórunn relies on her ability to tell traditional stories in a witty, thoughtful, and contemporary way. From the Rúdolf magazine rack on wheels (charming!) to the seriousness of the Norðurmyrin cuttingboard (the blood from cut meat filling grooves mimicking street patterns telling the story of conflicts among early settlers) to the raven inspired (of course) Feed Me bowls, Þórunn captivates and leaves you wanting more. "I see shapes and forms in everything, so with this tray I saw a house, a mountain and a sunrise so I went with it," Þórunn told me. Photo by: Tiffany Orvet
While its molded plywood underneath, the variegated Juhannustaika Round Plywood Tray ($229) sports the organic designs of Aino-Maija Metsola taken directly from Marimekko fabric. It's food safe and ideal for serving or just display.
While its molded plywood underneath, the variegated Juhannustaika Round Plywood Tray ($229) sports the organic designs of Aino-Maija Metsola taken directly from Marimekko fabric. It's food safe and ideal for serving or just display.
Wood is a favorite material of owners Daoust and Baker, who select pieces that show off the natural grains of each cut.
Wood is a favorite material of owners Daoust and Baker, who select pieces that show off the natural grains of each cut.
In 2013, Deltour debuted an extension to her series of Roulé trays for Discipline at Nouvelle Vague.
In 2013, Deltour debuted an extension to her series of Roulé trays for Discipline at Nouvelle Vague.
Tray by Arne Tidemand Ruud

Photo by Blomqvist for Norwegian Icons
Tray by Arne Tidemand Ruud Photo by Blomqvist for Norwegian Icons
Ray Tray ($125) momastore.org.
Ray Tray ($125) momastore.org.
The textured pattern of this tray by Tord Boontje is created by exposing its pigments to magnetic fields.
The textured pattern of this tray by Tord Boontje is created by exposing its pigments to magnetic fields.
The Duo Serving Tray is an innovative serving piece comprised of rich walnut wood and elegant Carrara marble. Inspired by materials and shaped used in Bower NYC’s furniture line, the Duo features a marble circle that perfectly nests into the walnut board, creating a complete, unified form. Both of the materials used in the tray are ideal for preparing and serving food, and can be separated into two pieces for different functions.
The Duo Serving Tray is an innovative serving piece comprised of rich walnut wood and elegant Carrara marble. Inspired by materials and shaped used in Bower NYC’s furniture line, the Duo features a marble circle that perfectly nests into the walnut board, creating a complete, unified form. Both of the materials used in the tray are ideal for preparing and serving food, and can be separated into two pieces for different functions.
Another pick for the bathroom—these hand-carved soapstone bowls and trays from India are appealingly earthy and organic.
Another pick for the bathroom—these hand-carved soapstone bowls and trays from India are appealingly earthy and organic.
The V tray by Cranbrook's Adam Shirley for Alessi.
The V tray by Cranbrook's Adam Shirley for Alessi.
The Turning Tray was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1956. The original trays are now on display at Finn Juhl’s Carlottenlund, Denmark home, which is now a museum. ArchitectMade has relaunched the Turning Trays by creating exact replicas from Juhl’s original drawings. Each tray features many of Finn Juhl’s characteristic design elements, including curved teak frames and the corner joints.
The Turning Tray was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1956. The original trays are now on display at Finn Juhl’s Carlottenlund, Denmark home, which is now a museum. ArchitectMade has relaunched the Turning Trays by creating exact replicas from Juhl’s original drawings. Each tray features many of Finn Juhl’s characteristic design elements, including curved teak frames and the corner joints.
The Turning Tray was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1956. The original trays are now on display at Finn Juhl’s Carlottenlund, Denmark home, which is now a museum. ArchitectMade has relaunched the Turning Trays by creating exact replicas from Juhl’s original drawings. Each tray features many of Finn Juhl’s characteristic design elements, including curved teak frames and the corner joints.
The Turning Tray was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1956. The original trays are now on display at Finn Juhl’s Carlottenlund, Denmark home, which is now a museum. ArchitectMade has relaunched the Turning Trays by creating exact replicas from Juhl’s original drawings. Each tray features many of Finn Juhl’s characteristic design elements, including curved teak frames and the corner joints.
These trays designed by David Rasmussen are functional Danish modern art for your table. Available in hard walnut and maple, each plate is trimmed with a slick pop of color and finished with food-safe oil. Use this tray as a sleek way to serve up holiday hors d'eouvres or simply as a centerpiece for the table.
These trays designed by David Rasmussen are functional Danish modern art for your table. Available in hard walnut and maple, each plate is trimmed with a slick pop of color and finished with food-safe oil. Use this tray as a sleek way to serve up holiday hors d'eouvres or simply as a centerpiece for the table.
Breakfast in bed? You betcha! Brighten up a petit déjeuner with these 12 colorful serving tray options.
Breakfast in bed? You betcha! Brighten up a petit déjeuner with these 12 colorful serving tray options.
The 3-in-1 Tray Box from Nomess Copenhagen is a simple design with multiple positions and functions. Comprised of three sections, the Tray Box includes a base with the largest capacity for storing items, a middle layer that can be used to store pens, pencils, and small items, and a top lid. The lid, as well as the middle layer, can be removed from the box and used as individual trays. This box adds color to a desk or shelf.
The 3-in-1 Tray Box from Nomess Copenhagen is a simple design with multiple positions and functions. Comprised of three sections, the Tray Box includes a base with the largest capacity for storing items, a middle layer that can be used to store pens, pencils, and small items, and a top lid. The lid, as well as the middle layer, can be removed from the box and used as individual trays. This box adds color to a desk or shelf.
Danish Turning Tray, $239 at the Dwell Store

The Turning Tray was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1956. The original trays are now on display at Finn Juhl’s Carlottenlund, Denmark home, which is now a museum. ArchitectMade has relaunched the Turning Trays by creating exact replicas from Juhl’s original drawings.
Danish Turning Tray, $239 at the Dwell Store The Turning Tray was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1956. The original trays are now on display at Finn Juhl’s Carlottenlund, Denmark home, which is now a museum. ArchitectMade has relaunched the Turning Trays by creating exact replicas from Juhl’s original drawings.
The Kaymet Rosewood Lap Table is a sophisticated addition to a serveware collection. First designed in 1965, the Lap Table Tray includes two side handles for easy transport and folding legs that make the serving tray into a table in one easy step. The Rosewood Lap Table is constructed in gold tone anodized aluminum with a luxe rosewood tabletop, making this utilitarian accessory elegant and refined. Use this piece to add surface area to coffee table or dining table by elevating appetizers, cocktails, or even a centerpiece.
The Kaymet Rosewood Lap Table is a sophisticated addition to a serveware collection. First designed in 1965, the Lap Table Tray includes two side handles for easy transport and folding legs that make the serving tray into a table in one easy step. The Rosewood Lap Table is constructed in gold tone anodized aluminum with a luxe rosewood tabletop, making this utilitarian accessory elegant and refined. Use this piece to add surface area to coffee table or dining table by elevating appetizers, cocktails, or even a centerpiece.
Three different serving plates in an array of winter blue, grey, and white make for easy holiday entertaining.
Three different serving plates in an array of winter blue, grey, and white make for easy holiday entertaining.
A collaboration by renowned designers Sebastian Wrong and Richard Woods, the Wrongwoods Tray is a distinctive serving tray with a bold pattern and functional details. Created for Established & Sons, the tray is crafted from plywood and features a playful, colorful palette that lightens the density of the wood pattern within the tray. The Wrongwoods Tray includes two handles on either side, making it easy to transport.
A collaboration by renowned designers Sebastian Wrong and Richard Woods, the Wrongwoods Tray is a distinctive serving tray with a bold pattern and functional details. Created for Established & Sons, the tray is crafted from plywood and features a playful, colorful palette that lightens the density of the wood pattern within the tray. The Wrongwoods Tray includes two handles on either side, making it easy to transport.

503 more photos