A small table with a light frame can follow the action: next to a reading chair, beside the sofa, or under a window when not in use. Mobility is a form of flexibility.
Shape the room
Choose a top that tolerates a ring mark and legs that do not catch on rugs. Keep it mostly clear so it can change jobs without a reset.
Let it earn its place
Furniture earns its keep when it adapts to real evenings rather than posing for one perfect arrangement.