Design and build a reliable and visually appealing automated table that safely dispenses liquid with minimal spillage, smooth vertical motion, and consistent portion control while maintaining structural stability and simple user operation.

A compact automated side table that lowers a cup into a hidden compartment, dispenses a measured amount of liquid using a peristaltic pump, then raises the cup back to the surface. The system integrates a linear actuator, microcontroller, food grade tubing, and internal lighting into a clean wooden frame.