In recent years, the humble coffee table has become somewhat of a centrepiece in our living room interior design. No longer just there for the sole purpose of a place to set your cup, the coffee table has been reinvented in a number of stylish ways, with beautiful pieces carefully displayed to make a stylish design statement.
Here are our interior designerstop tips to style your coffee table like a pro…
Composition is key when it comes to your coffee table’s
design. Whether you choose to add uniform through colour, style, shape or
theme, once complete, your accessories should effortlessly fit together and
complement those around it. Play around with composition until you find a
finish that works for your room.
Size matters
When it comes to dressing your coffee table, consider the size of the accessories you are adding. These should be big enough so that they carry visual weight but not too big that they overwhelm the area. Keep in mind that your coffee table should still function as its intended purpose.
Add a tray
One of the biggest coffee table trends is the addition of a tray. The foundation for keeping it chic, a tray cleverly works to display knickknacks, or simply tidy away items, keeping the area chic.
Pile on books
Here’s where coffee table books come into play. Choose hardback books with pretty covers and bold coloured font to grab the eye’s attention. Stack at varying heights so that it isn’t too symmetrical.
Add tiny touches
Complete your pile with a little accent such as metallic trinkets or a pretty candle. These can easily be swapped as the seasons change to keep your style fresh and on-trend.
Try a single piece
If the thought of playing around with trays, books and accessories doesn’t appeal to you, try a single item instead. A pretty planter or an interesting sculpture could be all that is needed to create a quiet statement.
Add a splash of colour
When it comes to styling your coffee table, don’t be afraid to add a pop of colour. Whether your room is neutral, pastel or jewel toned, add complementary colours in the same spectrum to draw the eye to the centre.
Buy fresh flowers
Vow to treat yourself to fresh flowers once a week. Sometimes, it’s the simplest things which have the biggest impact, and fresh blooms have the ability to instantly brighten up a room.
Or try succulents instead
Living succulents have never been more on trend and can look great on a coffee table. Remember to choose pots which match your room’s colour scheme.
Whatever way you choose to style your coffee table, it’s the easiest way to instantly update your room.
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