While many may think the couch or TV are the focal point of the living room, the real attention-grabber has always been the coffee table. The low-lying tables are often placed in the middle of a sitting area and are designed to support beverages, remotes, books, and decorative objects.
The focal tables, however, often fall victim to the following scenarios: bareness, stacked with magazines and junk, or riddled with empty cups and/or food. Feeling stuck on how to decorate your own coffee table? Attract attention in the right way with the following product ideas. Soon enough, you’ll have an uber-cool coffee table to be proud of.
Citta Design Brass Pebble Tray
(Image: RJ Living)Citta Design Brass Pebble Tray, $109 at RJ Living
A decorative tray is the perfect way to organise aesthetically. Adding a sense of depth and colour, they can also create a sense of contrast. Rather than simply placing items on the table itself, trays can break up a colour scheme, making the perfect base for a decorative stack. Depending on size and shape, vases, glassware, or candles can be placed on top.
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Depending on your living room’s theme, trays can also create a sense of uniformity. Gold accents splashed throughout the living room can be tied together through the simple addition of a brass tray.
Medium/Skinny Half-Dipped Stoneware Vase
(Image: West Elm)Medium/Skinny Half-Dipped Stoneware Vase, $39 at West Elm
Vases are the perfect way to add height variety to a table spread. For a pop of colour a ‘la Scandi style, opt for a sheer pastel or glossy monochrome. For a hint of texture, a dual-finish vase can set the scene for the rest of the decor. Finish with a posy of fresh flowers and you’re done!
Black Blaze Curl Curl Candle
(Image: The Iconic)Black Blaze Curl Curl Candle, $59 at The Iconic
When decorating, you can never go wrong with a candle. Go against the grain with a sculptural stick candle. Warning: they may be too pretty to burn! If scent’s what you’re looking for, a jar candle is is also a great, easily maintainable option.
Yayoi Kusama by Tatehata, Hoptman, Kultermann and Taft
(Image: Bed Threads)Yayoi Kusama by Tatehata, Hoptman, Kultermann and Taft, $90 at Bed Threads
Coffee table books are a no-brainer. They’re practically made for the task of looking pretty on your table! When it comes to options, you’ve got endless to choose from. Whether you’re after a single book or stack, opt for colours that mesh with your room. When arranging your items, just remember asymmetry is your friend. Opt for odd numbers!
Magic Magnetic Vases, Gold (Set of 5)
(Image: Hardtofind)Magic Magnetic Vases, Gold (Set of 5), $99 at Hardtofind
If unique is your thing, this set of five single-stem vases is quite possibly perfect. Held up by magnetic bases (which can be attached through a cloth or glass), these pieces are certainly a show-stopper. When opting for unique décor, make sure to keep the rest of the table fairly bare.
