Designer Tips For Styling Your Coffee Table
Coffee tables are easily forgotten about, but they serve such an important role in our living spaces. A coffee table is commonly the focal point of the living room and it anchors the arrangement of the surrounding furniture. We’ve selected 4 important tips for effectively decorating your coffee table. See our tips and decor selections below!
Maintain Balance
A coffee table can quickly look cumbersome if decorated with too many objects. Too many small pieces of decor can appear cluttered and only using large items can feel heavy and overwhelming. Achieving a balanced spread of decor can elevate the style of your coffee table.
Balance out smaller decorative pieces by utilizing faux plants, larger vases or decorative bowls. These pieces add a vertical element while maintaining a pleasant balance.
2. Contrast Colors
Choose colors that off-play the color of your coffee table. If your coffee table is white or neutral, black or bold colors are perfect choices for pieces of decor. Metallic and neutral pieces are a great option or wood or darker colored coffee tables.
3. Pick a Side
When working with a larger coffee table, too many pieces can quickly become cluttered. Decorating one side avoids a disarranged look and leaves plenty of space for drinks and other things to be placed. This look is perfect for a simple or minimalistic decor style. A combination of 3 decorative pieces will easily accomplish this look.
4. Keep it Practical
No need to sacrifice practicality. Coffee tables fulfill a number of functions & often become the landing place for miscellaneous things. Include baskets, trays, lazy-susans and other functional pieces. Tip: pick a piece different than the material of your coffee table.
