Bedside tables

Choose a bedside table that feels proportionate to your bed and the space around it. As a guide, the surface should sit close to mattress height so it is easy to reach at night. In compact rooms, a small bedside table can provide useful storage without crowding the layout. If you have more space, wider bedside tables give extra surface room for a lamp and everyday essentials, while keeping the bedroom feeling calm and well-balanced.

It depends on what you like to keep close. A bedside table with drawer storage is ideal for smaller items you prefer to tuck away, such as chargers, books or night-time essentials. Open shelving suits items you reach for often, and works well with compact baskets to keep things organised. Many bedroom side tables combine both, such as the Larsson and Chichester, giving a practical balance between hidden and open storage.

Yes, bedside tables can be used beyond the bedroom. They work well as a side table for bedroom seating areas, in guest rooms, or beside a sofa in smaller living spaces. An oak bedside table can bring warmth and texture wherever it sits, while painted or steel-framed designs suit more contemporary rooms. Their compact proportions make them a useful choice anywhere you need a small surface and a little extra storage.

Keep styling simple and practical. A table lamp adds warmth and soft light, while a small tray helps gather everyday items neatly. Add one or two personal touches, such as a book, a candle or a small vase, and leave clear space so the surface stays useful. Matching bedside tables can create a calm, balanced look, but mixed pairs can work too, as long as the heights and proportions feel considered.