When it comes to statement side tables, global designers have been experimenting with a combination of materials and shapes. We curate a cross-section of our current favourites.

The petite side table is a versatile piece to complete any space, be it in the living room, bedroom or bathroom. Accompanying a multitude of interior styles, the compact side table can offer the convenience of storage, sitting a drink or two, or displaying your most prized objects. We’re brought together nine of our favourite side tables by some of the world’s best-loved designers, each unique in form and materiality.

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Slit Table

Best described as a ‘paper origami translated into a metal universe’, the Slit Table by Danish stalwart HAY combines powder coated steel, mirror and brass. Available in three shapes – round, rectangular and hexagon – and a myriad of colours, the Slit Table can stand alone or be arranged in a colourful cluster.

Stump Occasional Table

Hiding behind the name ‘Stump’, this elegant and iconic form by Ligne Roset is a made from sleek marble, ready to crown any worthy space.

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Bong Side Table

Bong Side Table

While the Bong Side Table may appear deceivingly heavy, it’s light as a feather, made from fibreglass varnished in matt finish. The sculptural Bong comes in bright and bold colours or a marbled finish. 

Laurel Side Table

With its memorable amalgamation of colour, material and form, the Laurel Side Table often makes an appearance in the home’s featured on est – be it in Sarah Wolfendale’s bathroom or the Tribute House living room. The cone and cylinder forms intersect with an exact material ratio of 50/50, while providing two levels to rest objects upon. 

Laurel Side Table Luke Furniture
Travertine Side Table Spence and Lyda

Travertine Side Table

Characterised by one of our best-loved materials, the Travertine Side Table is a classic, understated piece, fitting to a pared-back space. The Travertine Side Table is available in brass or oil rubbed bronze.

194 9 Table

Piero Lissoni’s 194 9 Table series for Cassina are the perfect candidate for creating an arresting cluster of side tables, available in both high and low versions.

194 9 Table Space Furniture
Stamp Side Table Grazia&Co

Travertine Side Table

The Stamp Side Table by Grazia&Co can be easily customised to complement existing features in a space. Fusing a playful exploration of shape and materials, the Stamp Side Table takes a cylinder-like shape with a brass or stainless steel rod detail and natural stone or leather top.

LC14 Tabourets

Leaning on the more practical side, the LC14 Tabourets Stool by Le Corbusier for Cassina is a solid chestnut stool in natural wood colour, functioning as a side table to freely move around with handles on each side.

LC14 Tabourets Stool Space Furniture
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Tray Table

The classic jet-black Tray Table by HAY STUDIOS is made for the minimalist’s home, with a powder-coated steel frame and removable tray top, available in various dimensions.

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Hargrave St House by CM Studio | est living
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Living Room | Tribute House by Alwill Interiors | est living

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