Making your small space feel both inviting and functional can feel like a struggle sometimes. A console table, those narrow accent tables you often see in people's homes, can be a very convenient and efficient piece of furniture to invest in. But where to start?
There's plenty of options when it comes to selecting and styling a console table for your space. Here, we'll break down the best options for console table styling so you can make your home feel even more stylish and comfortable.
Style Your Console Table for Your Space
Space
Probably the most important consideration when styling a console table is figuring out where the table will fit in your home. This obviously depends greatly on the dimensions of your space and what best suits your needs.
The most common location for a console table is probably in the entry space by the front door, and this provides a great place to store essential items. It's also a great way to welcome your guests into your home when they first walk in the door.
However, you could also style your console table as a bar, as a kitchen station, or even as a small desk or vanity depending on your needs. You could even use multiple console tables for several different uses throughout your home. The options are endless!
Size
Once you have established where you intend to place your console table, it's obviously important to figure out how big the table should be. Now is the time to break out your measuring tape and figure out how much space you have for a table.
A console table shouldn't feel like it's in the way and crowding your space, but you do want to make sure there is space on the table for everything you need. Consider what objects you might style your console table with before you commit to a certain size.
Material
Like any other furniture, you want to be sure that the material of your console table is durable and suits your space. For example, if you have metal furniture in your space, you might consider getting a matching metal console table.
Another good choice to consider might be acrylic console tables. Acrylic is durable but lightweight, and easy to clean, as well as being highly customizable to any space you might want to fill. Acrylic comes in any color so you have the option to be as creative as you'd like to be!
Color
As we just mentioned, color is another important aspect of console table styling (and really all furniture styling). For some space, simple colors like black or white might add just the understated touch you need.
Of course, it's your space and you get to be creative here! Think of what colors fit best with your current home decor. If you already have furniture of a certain wood finish, you might consider trying to match that same shade.
For a modern touch, you might even consider a transparent glass or acrylic console table (with or without metallic accents).
Decorative Accents
One of the most fun parts of styling your new console table is getting to decide on the decorative accents to dress it up with. You don't want the table to look too bare or too cluttered so it's important to find a balanced look.
As we have already discussed, the size of your table will make a big difference in what you are actually able to style with it. You also want to try to coordinate your accents with the color of the table itself (this is easier with more neutral colors).
If your console table is against a wall, you might also consider putting a framed mirror or piece of art above your table. This will make your space feel even bigger and more inviting. A good rule of thumb is that the frame you choose should be narrower than the width of your console.
Console Table Styling: The Bottom Line
At the end of the day, you are the one that will see your console table every day, so don't be afraid to choose what makes you happiest. Decorating your space might seem a little intimidating at first, but console table styling is all about having fun!
With the options presented here, hopefully, you now have a better idea of how you can make your space feel more functional and stylish with a console table.
Continue to explore our blog for more creative decorating ideas for your space!
