From Round to Rectangle: Tips to Perfectly Style Your Coffee Table

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Ever dreamt of transforming your coffee table into a picturesque display that reminisces of those flawlessly curated setups found within the glossy pages of magazines? If you’ve found yourself unsure about which items to choose or where to position them, don’t worry. The art of coffee table styling need not be complicated. By adhering to basic fundamental principles related to colour coordination, object dimensions, and arrangement composition, you’ll make your coffee table look cute.

In this article, we are here to unveil the secret behind achieving that sophisticated designer allure using just a handful of elementary elements. With these, you can make an arrangement that captivates the eye while harmonising seamlessly with the broader ambience of your surroundings. Whether you’re searching for seasonal switch-ups or year-round coffee table decor ideas, this article offers a multitude of options tailored to a diverse array of tastes and preferences.

Our Top Tips to Perfectly Style Your Coffee Table

Incorporate an Ottoman

Available in a diverse range of sizes, shapes, and materials, ottomans offer versatile features. They can serve both practical purposes and decorative functions. An ottoman doubles up as a stylish coffee table while it can also be used as a footrest or seat.

When shopping for an ottoman from any furniture store, choose one that is a couple of inches shorter than the coffee table height. This will allow it to slide easily underneath when not in use. Moreover, opt for a soft, comfortable fabric that complements your existing decor. On top of the table, add a few books or magazines and create a simple floral arrangement using seasonal blooms in one or two colours from your room’s colour palette.

Match with your Sofa

Coffee tables are natural companions to sofas and seating areas. Without a sofa set, your coffee table will look incomplete. It ties the room together and gives it visual balance.

Look for a sofa in a similar or complementary colour and material. For example, if you have a wooden coffee table, search for leather upholstered sofas with wood accents. Or if your coffee table is white, off-white or beige colour could work well for a sofa.

Elevate with a Tray 

A tray can fulfill multiple roles, adding a touch of artistic flair, providing a method to infuse your space with a pop of colour, and functioning as a container for a myriad of items.

For introducing a fascinating contrast, you can place a circular tray atop a rectangular coffee table.  Alternatively, you can experiment with a variety of objects in different sizes—a sizeable tray, a petite bowl, a standard-size book, and a small candle. 

Use Books Artfully

Books are your best companion when it comes to designing the coffee table. Most interior stylists incorporate them onto coffee tables and for a good reason.

Coffee table books help fill space while adding colour and visual interest. Stack your favorite coffee table books on the table vertically. Choose books with hardback covers in different heights and colours. Add cookbooks, photo books magazines, or other topics you love.

Add some Fresh Greenery 

A little bit of nature instantly livens up a coffee table display. Try a potted plant like a succulent or snake plant, a posy of fresh flowers, or a bowl of lemons, limes, or green apples for a pop of colour. Just be sure to replace real flowers and fruit regularly. For those who don’t have a green thumb, there is nothing wrong with an artificial plant to create the same vibe!

Display Candles

Candles create a warm glow and a cosy ambience. Opt for taper, pillar, or tealight candles in glass holders at varying heights. Group them together for impact, or place one at each corner of the table. Be sure to blow them out before leaving the room, and keep away from flammable materials.

Final Thoughts on Tips to Perfectly Style your Coffee Table

With these coffee table styling tips, you can create a surface that is both functional for holding drinks and remote controls and also eye-catching as a decorative showpiece in your living room. Elevate your coffee table from messy to magical!

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