How to Style a Round Coffee Table
We love a round coffee table, and styling them is always a fun challenge.
Unlike a square coffee table, where you typically have a lot of space for your favorite styling accessories and space leftover for functionality, a round coffee table calls for more careful consideration. If you have a round coffee table and are scratching your head trying to figure out how to style it, scroll through for some inspiration and a few hacks for making it look effortlessly elevated.
No. 1: Treat the layout like a triangle
When considering the layout of your coffee table, treating the layout like a triangle can be a good starting point. Create groupings in three different sections to keep it visually interesting and full of dimension while still leaving leftover space for placing drinks and other essentials while you’re using it.
From our Historic Loft Netflix Remodel
From our Northridge Remodel
No. 2: Start with a focal point
Start with a large piece or two that will bring visual weight to the table and provide a focal point. Vases, jars, sculptural objects, florals, and greenery can all make great focal points.
From our Northridge Remodel
From our Historic Loft Netflix Remodel
No. 3: Break up the shapes + create layers
Variation in height can go a long way in making sure a vignette doesn’t fall flat, especially on a low surface like the coffee table! One great way to bring in more height is by stacking coffee table books to elevate smaller decor pieces and add a new shape.
From our Rye, NY Project
From our Moody Bright Netflix Remodel
Must-have coffee table books
No. 4: Layer in your smaller objects
Now it’s time for the fun part! Add in layers of small objects like coasters, boxes for remotes or decorative objects to bring some personality, texture, and variation to your coffee table book.
From our Home on The Bay Project
From our Moody Bright Netflix Remodel
Versatile coffee table decor
No. 5: Anchor the bottom
If you’re styling a round coffee table with an open bottom tier, you can use it as another styling opportunity rather than a stash spot for stray belongings. A large substantial piece like a bowl or tray is all you need to ground the look and keep it feeling put together.
From our Home on The Bay Project
This is so helpful!! I’d love some tips on how to decorate around a fireplace/mantle – especially when you do not have built-ins.
Noted!! Xo
What style coffee table to use with a sectional with a chaise? Round, square or rectangle???
Thank!
Tara
Thanks for the tips. Is a round coffee table okay to use in any room and or with a couch?
I like so many of the tables, can you link to them?
They’re all tagged in the bottom photos! Just hover your mouse over the images, click, and they will pop up!
Where can you purchase this blue couch. Love love love it!!!