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Since when was 6`x4` the standard playing area. Back in 2nd edition 8`x4` was the norm and model counts were a fraction of what they are now.

Personally my ideal table would be 5` wide by 9` long. This gives you a 8`x4` playing area, plus a 6" space around it. This is plenty of room for unit stat cards, dead models, reserves and Dice boxes. I have come to loathe the practice of rolling dice in the play area, the amount of stray dice, knocked over models etc is just.... getting off my soapbox that's a different conversation.

Height wise assume gamers will be standing, but have suitable seating for the height, I.e. bar stools (preferably with some sort of back support) Most places I play have tables designed to be sat at, which is great but when a game is close I'll always find myself stood up, bending over and getting back ache.

A shelf underneath for bags / coats etc would be nice, but make sure it isn't in a position where it is likely to get kneed by a someone sitting at the table, as that will knock the whole table and send models flying.

If designed for the home, the ability to fold up and store in as small a space as possible is a must. In the end the 4 2`x4` £8 ikea tables with screw on legs I have got brought because they could be stored on the rafters of the garage without her indoors moaning. And now that I think about my perfect table, they seem rather underwhelming...........