A neutral living room boasts a white sofa with textured cushions beside modern side table décor including a plant and framed photograph. A wooden coffee table is topped with a book stack and succulent plants for a homey feel.
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When it comes to living room stying, the impact of side table décor is often overlooked. Not just a perch from your sofa for your lounge essentials like drinks and magazines, side tables can enhance your interior with accessories and items that make a statement.
Bring some seasonal charm into your lounge with foliage in a vase on your side table. Or maybe you would prefer a cozy vibe with candles and a chic lamp. Flowers, vintage trinkets, or book stacks all make stunning decorations for any room in your home. However you mix and match the décor, let your side table become the perfect place to showcase your personality and interior tastes.
To get you started we have selected some of our favorite ideas for side table décor that will leave your coffee and dining tables envious!
02 of Unique Ottoman for Lounge
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A white living room showcases a large white sofa with neutral cushions beside an ornate wooden ottoman used as a side table. Modern décor sits atop including a book and plant. Vertical wall lighting provides a modern touch.
03 of Cozy Lounge With Autumnal Touches
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A cozy living room features hints of autumn with beige seating surrounding a wooden rustic table. The décor on the reclaimed crate side table displays a vintage cotton reel, book and vase of flowers.
04 of Side Table Décor Idea in Minimalist Lounge
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A minimalist natural lounge features a white armchair with wooden arms and a muted striped cushion. A metal and wood side table with foliage décor stands beside the chair on a tapestry rug.
05 of Woven Round Table on Layered Rugs
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A kitchen with rattan counter stools and gold pendants opens into a cozy living room. A woven round end table for the living room hosts a shaded table lamp. A gray sofa is positioned on the edge of layered rugs.
06 of Wooden Cube Side Table
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A neutral modern lounge celebrates simple spring styling with a pot of stems as striking side table décor. A beige couch with gray and white cushions sits on dark wooden flooring beside a geometric-inspired rug. Framed prints sit on a black floating shelf.
07 of Wooden Side Table and Modern Décor Ideas
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This inviting lounge nook features a pale gray sofa topped with neutral cushions and a throw. A wooden side table displays a vase of stems and a candle for a hint of homely décor. A gold and white tripod lamp stands on wooden flooring.
08 of Scandinavian-Inspired Living Room Design
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This Scandinavian-inspired space boasts a metal and wood side table topped with a vase of eucalyptus stems, a book stack, a lamp, and an ornament. This simple modern décor adds a homey touch beside a white sofa.
09 of Mismatched Mirror Wall Ideas
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A white sofa is topped with white cushions and a throw below a pastel blue wall displaying mismatched mirrors for an eclectic feel. For simple side table décor, this elegant lounge uses a glass vase of foliage.
10 of Spring Styling for Side Table
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A farmhouse-inspired living room features charming spring-themed side table décor with a framed photograph, bunny ornament, and foliage beside a neutral lamp. The table sits on a jute rug on wooden flooring.
11 of White and Wood Shiplap Fireplace
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A white shiplap fireplace with a wooden mantel is flanked on either side by built-in shelving and a mix of modern and natural décor. This theme is continued on the side table décor beside white seating. Black-frame windows coordinate with the black wall lamps.
12 of Wooden Décor for Neutral Lounge
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A large and airy lounge boasts a light beige sofa topped with patterned cushions. Wooden nesting tables are topped with modern décor featuring a vase of flowers and a candle. A metal and glass coffee table sits below a large metal chandelier.
13 of Modern Farmhouse Styling Ideas
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Gray sofas surround an exposed brick fireplace with a wooden mantel in this cozy space. Modern farmhouse touches feature on the mantel and the side table décor including vintage window frames, candlesticks, ornaments, and foliage.
14 of Side Table and Coffee Table Styling Inspiration
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Black accents of the window and photo frames stand out in this modern farmhouse sitting room. Gray seating surrounds a sleek coffee table topped with modern décor on a tapestry rug. An abstract wood side table displays vases of stems.
15 of Wood and Metal Side Table
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Natural side table décor consists of foliage in this modern farmhouse space. Greenery also features on the shoe rack and open shelving for a welcoming feel. White sofas surround a white textured rug on wooden flooring.
16 of Woodland-Inspired Accent Wallpaper
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A modern living room celebrates nature with a woodland-inspired wallpaper accent wall and ornamental birdhouses. A blanket ladder stands beside yellow side table décor and a white desk. More yellow touches include the blanket on a white armchair.
17 of White Living Room with Gold Focal Points
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Gold table décor provides two focal points to this living room. The first comprises golden pairs and fall leaves in a white bowl on the coffee table, and the second is a gold vase and candle on a wooden board on a side table next to the white rattan couch.
18 of Boho Styling Inspiration for Side Table
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A cream and brown palette brims with boho style in this neutral living room. An off-white sofa topped with textured cushions stands beside a wooden side table with book stacks and a ceramic vase of flowers.
19 of Round, Wooden, Accent Table with Décor
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A wooden accent table is flanked by white living room chairs with black metal frames. The chairs are seated in front of an entryway featuring a wood waterfall console table. Beige, black, and gold décor is arranged on the tables.
20 of Wood Chair with Gray Pouf
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A wood chair with white fabric cushions is placed under a large window in this neutral living room. A round side table is placed to the side with a gray round pouf resting on the light rug covering the hardwood floor. White ornaments and lights decorate the towering Christmas tree in the corner of the room.
21 of Vintage Accents in Neutral Lounge
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A neutral palette surrounds this living room with a pale brown sofa topped with patterned muted cushions and a chunky throw. A white side table and vintage décor sit above a woven basket. Book stacks, candles and a plant sit on a black coffee table.
22 of Simple Décor Ideas for Side Table
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A light gray sofa stands on a gray tapestry rug in this cozy neutral lounge. A metal side table with a marble top is adorned with charming décor including a vase of evergreen stems and a framed photograph. A wooden console table stands below a gold-edged round mirror.
23 of Brown Velvet Armchair in White Living Room
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A brown velvet armchair contrasts with the white side table décor and surrounding board and batten wall. Built-in shelving displays book stacks and ornaments for a homely feel. Wooden flooring lines the space.
24 of Exposed Wood Living Room Ceiling Beams
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A circular farmhouse chandelier is suspended between exposed wood ceiling beams. Three baskets are placed on the open shelf of a wooden console table. A seating area is arranged in front of a shiplap fireplace.
25 of Metal Black Side Table in Neutral Lounge
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A rustic boho vibe fills this neutral lounge with beige sofas topped with mismatched cushions and throws. A black side table is topped with a wooden bowl and plant for simple yet chic décor, contrasting with a white side table and lamp.
26 of Festive Side Table Décor Ideas
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A simple evergreen tree is used as festive décor for this wooden side table between twin wingback armchairs. Built-in shelving displays homey touches such as photographs beside book stacks and ornaments.
27 of Wooden Coffee Table With Winter Décor
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Hints of Christmas adorn this neutral living room with a white modular sofa beside evergreen tree side table décor. A large wooden coffee table sits on a neutral patterned rug on sleek wooden flooring.
28 of Shabby Chic Display Cabinet
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A vintage shabby chic living space boasts a white display unit with glass panel doors filled with ornaments, framed art and plants. A beige sofa is topped with cushions beside a wooden side table topped with feminine décor. A plush taupe carpet covers the space.
29 of Fall Wreath in Rustic Living Room
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A white fabric armchair sits against a white shiplap and a whitewashed distressed window frame with a pinecone and pumpkin wreath. A wooden barn door on a sliding track adds extra farmhouse charm beside a white vintage side table.
30 of Fall Styling for Living Room Nook
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Hints of fall surround this cozy nook with wooden tray décor featuring foliage, a candle, and a pumpkin. A metal side table is topped with more autumnal foliage décor beside a gray armchair and black-framed window.
31 of White Shiplap Living Room with Wood Accents
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A white-painted living room with white shiplap is accessorized with wood accents in this farmhouse-inspired home. A distressed round farmhouse coffee table with a natural wood top features a wood tray decorated with a white jug, dried flowers, and a bronze horse. A wood side table is placed on one side of the sofa.
32 of Fall Inspiration for Living Room
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Autumnal touches feature throughout this modern farmhouse lounge. A black metal chandelier hangs over a black armchair and white side table with fall-inspired décor. A white coffee table is topped with more seasonal accessories on a plush taupe carpet.
33 of Gold Tripod Floor Lamp with White Shade
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Light wood side table is placed between stained wood side chairs with beige cushions. The chairs are illuminated by a gold tripod floor lamp with white shade standing in front of a light wood and black metal railing.
