Dear Debbie,
Inspired by your brief, I have carefully curated a personalised edit of side tables for your living room, focusing on modern, contemporary and Scandinavian design influences. Each piece has been selected for its clean lines, thoughtful proportions, and functional two-tier storage, ensuring both style and practicality are considered.
Keeping your preference for refined, minimalist aesthetics in mind, I’ve included a range of designs that explore natural wood tones, soft neutrals, and sleek metal accents — all chosen to complement a calm and elevated living space.
I hope this curated selection helps you discover the perfect side table to enhance your living room beautifully.
Enjoy your personalised edit.
Warmly,
Your stylist,
Iokasti
Loaf
Steady Eddie Side Table – Standard – Light Oak – Without a Drawer
The Loaf Steady Eddie Side Table is a beautiful option if you’re looking for something timeless and understated. The soft rounded edges and light oak finish give it that relaxed Scandinavian feel while still looking refined and contemporary. The lower shelf also adds a really practical element for styling books or storing everyday items, and the craftsmanship feels beautifully considered throughout. It’s one of those pieces that works effortlessly in almost any living room.
Castlery
Seb Marble Side Table
I’ve included this side table because I really liked the mix of wood and marble — it feels warm but still really contemporary. The contrast gives it just enough interest without feeling heavy, and the overall shape stays clean and simple, which fits nicely with a modern Scandinavian look. It’s one of those pieces that works quietly in a space but still feels special when you notice the materials.
Anthropologie
Bobbin Side Table
*LAST ONE IN STOCK* I absolutely love because it brings a really charming sense of character to the edit, while still feeling modern and easy to style. The bobbin detailing gives it a subtle nod to traditional craftsmanship, but the overall shape stays clean and contemporary, which keeps it feeling fresh. It’s one of those pieces that adds personality without overpowering the space, making it a nice balance for a Scandinavian-inspired living room.
Ferm Living
Level Side Table, Olive
This one has such a strong, architectural feel while still staying light and minimal. The asymmetrical frame and open two-tier structure make it really practical, but what stands out is how effortlessly modern it feels without being overdesigned. It’s a great fit for the brief as it brings that Scandinavian simplicity with a slightly more sculptural edge, adding interest to the space while still feeling calm and understated.
Ferm Living
Travertine Side Table Distinct With Two Table Tops
I really like the sculptural feel of the design and the use of travertine, which brings a natural, elevated texture to the piece. The dual surface levels make it feel both practical and visually interesting, while the stone keeps it grounded and contemporary. It fits well with your brief as it continues that modern Scandinavian direction, but with a slightly more tactile, statement finish that adds quiet luxury to the room.
Ferm Living
Vault Side Table 40,2×33,4×50 Cm, Black
I find this the the strongest find in the edit. I really love the sculptural shape and how Ferm Living has combined the marble top with the structured metal base — it feels modern, but still warm. The open form and built-in shelf make it practical without losing that elevated, design-led feel. It sits perfectly within that Scandinavian direction, but with just enough contrast in materials to make it feel like a quiet statement piece in the room.
