HOW TO STYLE A CONSOLE TABLE IN YOUR HOME LIKE A PRO
We've come to adore console tables, they're wonderful adaptable pieces of table furniture that come in many forms and styles. These slimline tables have seen a resurgence in popularity with many newer models and versions helping break the mold with what they now offer. With such a variety now available there may be those that aren't sure what exactly sets a console table apart from a side table or coffee table. Here's what we think defines them:
WHAT IS A CONSOLE TABLE?
There are a few characteristics that solidly define a console table apart from other household tables: Slimline design is essential. The most instantly recognisable feature is the slimmer table surface and often frame, too. That isn't to say that frames and bases now don't come in larger sturdier designs, but in keeping with the overall aesthetic - the shape as a whole is sleek. The work top will generally be a slender long rectangular shape.
Placed against a wall 99% of the time. You'll notice the styling of console tables in photography will always have one placed against a wall. This is key to how these are used - designed as an accent piece for hallways, corridors and to supplement larger pieces of furniture in larger rooms.
Being a decorative surface is often the primary use. Owing to their sleek surface design they're not tables to eat dinner off or do arts and crafts on. Instead use as a platform to showcase your style and collections of ornaments, plant life or even tech. They frame select art and prized décor perfectly, elevating it at a level that's in clear eye line of those sat down, but also visually available for those standing. We'll get to how to style a console table in just a moment!
Storage can feature. There are many a living room console table or hallway table that now offer storage with drawer compartments. This can be a lifesaver for those pesky household items that won't readily go anywhere else - house keys, stationary, post that's yet to be sorted or general house bits.
WHICH STYLE WILL SUIT ME AND WHAT DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS ARE THERE?
Now we've covered the basics of what a console table is, it's time to get creative and explore the options with how best to style one. This will often firstly hinge on your personal style and the type of console table you either have or intend to use. There's a wide range of options when it comes to this humble home table. Below, we've covered our favourite styles for consideration with accompanying pictures & suggestions.
INDUSTRIAL CONSOLE TABLE
The Urban Table is everything a warehouse-chic table should be, strong muted metallics and excellent use of repurposed timber. This example goes to show just how much storage can be crammed into one console table.
HOW TO STYLE?
We've learned that with industrial furniture less is more. So, keep the ornaments placed atop small and few in number. As the bases of this type of console table often feature metallics, any metallic ornaments, or similarly glass pieces, work especially well.