How high next to the sofa?
Level with the arm of your sofa or chair, or a little lower, so you're not reaching up to put a mug down. Each product page lists the height under dimensions, so check it against your couch arm.
A compact top has room for the essentials you grab without looking, like a drink and your phone. Books and magazines go on the lower shelf.
Round side tables for tight layouts
A round top suits a spot beside a walkway, since there's no corner to catch your hip as you pass. It also tucks in next to a curved armchair or the end of a lounge with rounded arms. In a small space, the minimalist metal frame keeps the table looking light.
Open shelf or a drawer?
An open shelf keeps what you use every night in reach, with nothing to pull out. To hide chargers and cords, pick a design that closes. The drawers from our bedroom range sit just as well beside a lounge.
Matching a marble side table to the room
Your side table doesn't have to match the rest. Repeat one detail from your other furniture and the room looks planned. Try a black frame beside a black-legged coffee table or a marble-look top that echoes one in the middle of the room. Black suits a modern interior, and gold looks warmer next to timber floors.
For a symmetrical lounge, use a matching pair. Or put black at one end and gold at the other, which looks as if you added them over time. You'll find the same frame colours across our living room table range.
FAQs
Will these work as a bedside table?
Yes. In a small bedroom, these compact two-tier designs fit beside the bed, and the shelf takes a book and your glasses.
What can I use instead of a side table?
A nest of tables works, because the smaller one pulls out beside you when guests come over. Or run a narrow console behind the couch to hold a drink and a lamp.
