48 Fresh Ways to Decorate Your Coffee Table

No matter the size of your living room, acoffee tableis a multifunctional piece that always deserves a spot. And the coffee table decor you choose can serve to pull the entire room together or make a dramatic statement. Or, at the very least, serve as a handy spot for that glass of wine (or even your tired feet!).

As the focal point of your living room, your coffee table acts as an anchor for your ottomans, armchairs, andsofas. In this article, we’ll show you how to style your coffee table for any type of surrounding, including some clever ways tomake a small room appear much bigger. So, if you’re on the hunt for some posh coffee table decor ideas, you’ve come to the right place.

The setup inthis NYC apartmentproves that coffee table books work just as well stackedunderthe table. It looks nice and is a great space-saving hack.

Can’t decide how to decorate your coffee table? Take a cue fromNicole Cueto. From family photos to candles to coffee table books, she doesn’t hold back when it comes to the coffee table in herManhattan apartment.

Inthis Washington, D.C. studio apartment, a bright blue vintage trunk serves as a coffee table. Not only is it fun and funky, but it offers hidden storage.

By its nature, the coffee table tends to be in the center of things. It can be tempting to sacrifice functionality for aesthetics, butthis Brooklyn apartment(where two TV remotes blend seamlessly into the stylish decor) is proof that you don’t have to choose one or the other.

Megan Housekeeper, the mastermind behindMid-Century Millennial, is a lover of all things retro. The perfectly curated coffee table inher Austin, Texas homeshowcases her personality and passions.

White trinkets like a tray and an attractive candle rest atop a white marble coffee tabletop in thisbeautifully styled boho living room in Seattle. Gold legs on the coffee table add a necessary pop of color in this display.

Never underestimate the impact of a bright bouquet of flowers in a sophisticated vase paired with a stylish stack of magazines as coffee table decor. The setup inAviva Falk and Nick Bonham’sBrooklyn abode feels fun and feminine, but also functional.

In thisTennessee house tour, an edgy mix of chrome-finished vessels and a black-and-white tray turns a neutral coffee table into a stunning living room scene.

A cute catchall tray can go a long way on a coffee table. Case in point: Apartment Therapy editorTayrn Williford’s Atlanta, Georgia loft, where she employed a chic tray to corral controllers, matches, and more on a large travertine coffee table.

This small table, nestled in acozy kid-friendly space in Detroit, features no coffee table decor at all. But that leaves even more space for projects, building blocks and reading time. Two tiny stools encourage little learners to approach the table anytime they’d like.

Looking for an innovative way to bring some serious glamour to your living room? Place some flashy art objects on the lower level of a clear, two-tiered coffee table to make a statement without occupying too much surface space. LetBrittaney Elise Minton’s New York City apartmentbe your inspo.

You can always count on a bit of greenery to brighten up a humdrum coffee table. Follow in Linda Cava’s footsteps and set a couple of succulents in petite planters on your coffee table to energize your space with natural elements, like she did inside herBrooklyn abode.

当a coffee table serves as a clever juxtaposition for the surrounding furniture (here, a small circular table against a dark, angularvelvet sofa) any coffee table decor will look just right.Carissa and Dino Tozziopted for simple greenery and a fun family game for their coffee table.

Anchor a graciously sized coffee table with a design-savvy tray, like the silver platter styled with small plants and flowers we spotted inAmanda’s New York City apartment.

警察一个极简主义者氛围while expertly storing items when you opt for a two-tiered coffee table with a solid top. InAllison and Ben Yarrow’s Brooklyn house, a lower tier holds a bevy of reading material while the coffee table decor on top features a single catchall tray for a clean look.

Whoever said a coffee table can’t look like a museum exhibit has obviously never seenScott Jarrell and Kristan Cunningham’s downtown Los Angeles home. Arrange a few artful artifacts and interesting baubles on your own coffee table to score a similar gallery-style display in your living room.

自然的珠子是一个完全很时髦的访问器y, which is why a coffee table styled with them makes a statement. If you’re looking for Scandi-style coffee table decor, you’ll love the lookAnne and Steveused in their Cape Town home.

All manner of plants and produce serve as coffee table decor in this colorful apartment belonging toHannah Broadway and her husband Felix. Each item matches with the varied hues of the lively space.

Nothing brings boho charm to a room like natural decor accents. Adorn your coffee table with organic elements—like the crystal stones and houseplants we spotted inJaya Williams, Maggie Shafran, and Steph Sloan’s Los Angeles home—to usher in some earthy vibes.

Whether with a bright bouquet of flowers or a whimsical knickknack like the dinosaur toy we spotted inHallie Glennie’s Chicago loft, a solid mix of art objects, books, and flowers can turn any coffee table into a stylish setup in seconds.

Too much of a good thing can be wonderful, especially when it comes to coffee table decor. TakePeti Lau’s New York City apartment, for example. The space’s coffee table boasts a medley of books, candles, magazines, catchalls, and baubles, and provides the perfect amount of style.

当decorating your coffee table, remember that placement matters, too. A symmetrical setup, like the two stacks of books separated by a plant terrarium in the center we spotted inCarly Berlin’s New York City rental, will instantly update any coffee table surface.

Who says coffee table decor can’t be showy? This pretty collection of tall, cascading greenery pops againstCarole Estes’otherwise white living room.

A few eye-catching coasters can work wonders for a drab coffee table. Employ an artful coaster or two on your coffee table to bring a pop of personality to your living room. Here, Cindy Zhang uses avinyl record-inspired coasterin herSan Francisco studio.

The bigger the coffee table, the more coffee table decor options. Follow in Genevieve Bandrowski and Ashley Campbell’s footsteps and invest in a large-scale coffee table with built-in storage so you can decorate it to your heart’s content, just like they did inside theirOakland, California rental.

AsLuke and Claire Staszak’s Chicago apartmentshows, a single decor accent can be all it takes to make a statement on a coffee table. Whether with a colorful tray or a bold book, a lone (but attractive) decorative object can make a big impact on your coffee table decor.

Searching for a simple (and symmetrical) way to upgrade your living room in a pinch? A handful of evenly-spaced books or magazines on your coffee table looks surprisingly hip and design-savvy, just like we saw inCarina Michelli’s Buenos Aires home.

Not working with a ton of storage space on your coffee table? No problem. A small but chic storage basket can slide right under your coffee table to offer up extra room for stashing stuff. For inspiration, check outMeghan and Jesse Arlen’s Los Angeles abode.

We love how this circular rattan tray contains items that seem to pull the entire space together perfectly. It’s a great example of howSenaida Mehmedovichas used coffee table decor as a design element for herstudio apartment.

One big plant can transform your entire coffee table surface into a stylish scene in seconds. Take a cue from Alison and Derek Fandel and use a large, leafy green houseplant to anchor a long coffee table just like we saw in their Atlanta, Georgia, living room.

Looking for a goof-proof way to bring all the different colors in your living room together? Decorate the surface of your coffee table with accent items that draw from the room’s color palette, just like we saw inDes Ellis’ Houston, Texas, home.

A pair of petite accent chairs, like the ones we spotted inClara Marina’s Barcelona abode, is a clever way to dress up a pared-down coffee table and offer some child-sized seating in your living room.

Why invest in an old-fashioned flower vase when you can put your bouquets in a pretty pitcher on your coffee table instead? Follow in Katy and Jules’ footsteps and opt for a pitcher to hold flowers or plants for an unexpectedly sophisticated coffee table display, just like they did inside theirliving room in London.

Transform even the tiniest of coffee tables into a storage-savvy setup with nothing more than an attractive catchall tray.Natasha and Rob Habermann’s 350-square foot New York City apartmentoffers endless inspiration.

Who needs a planter when you can turn your coffee table into an indoor garden? The coffee table turned planter inChelsea Pursley’s Austin, Texas rentalis perfect for growing small plants—no vessels necessary.

Searching for a fun way to dress up a round coffee table? Geometrical objects, like the mini pyramid sculpture we spotted inCindy Epping’s Portland, Oregon living room, provides a nice contrast to a shapely coffee table.

Update your old coffee table by styling it with a few modern art objects or vessels to instantly update the space, just like we saw inCynthia Zamaria and Graham Loughton’s Ontario home.

Ana Kamin’s San Francisco apartmentmakes a case for neutrals. Here, the pared-down accents complete the coffee table without overpowering its eye-catching design.

A low-lying coffee table, like the one we spotted inAngela’s Portland, Oregon home, is a great place to show off your small (but treasured!) trinkets and knick-knacks.

A clear coffee table is no match for a few carefully curated, colorful items.Salvatore and Amina’s downtown Los Angeles rental有玻璃罩的咖啡桌精力充沛bright flowers and loads of multicolored origami accent pieces.

A sleek serving board, like the marble one we spotted inAmanda Holstein’s San Francisco living room, instantly elevates a coffee table while still providing plenty of storage space.

当in doubt, you can always count a couple of neatly stacked piles of books or magazines to liven up your coffee table. InJesica Ryzenberg’s San Francisco rental, she made a statement by placing an interesting accent on top of a pristine stack of magazines.

See-through furnishings are awesome for creating the illusion of more space in a small apartment—andFelicity Graham Sargent’s Brooklyn studiois no exception. Instead of cramping up her tiny living room zone with bold and bulky decorative items, she stuck with a glass coffee table and transparent accent pieces to keep the space clean and clear.

Searching for a minimalist-minded way to style your coffee table? A coffee table with built-in storage—like the option inMelissa and Ramzy’s Canadian home—allows you to keep your favorite reading materials within arm’s reach (sans the unsightly clutter).

Nothing maximizes a small space like multifunctional furniture. Turn your coffee table into a makeshift dining nook by throwing a couple of plush floor pillows or poufs underneath it, just like we saw inSoffia Gardarsdottir’s farmhouse in Alftanes, Iceland.

Pro tip: Turn a dresser into a coffee table, as seen inShelley Worrell and Janluk Stanislas’ Brooklyn home. In the living room, the pair stylishly conceal a three-drawer dresser under a slim-framed side table to forge a coffee table arrangement with loads of storage opportunities.

The fun rug inKimberlee Brown’s South Australia living roomlivens up a glass coffee table without taking up an inch of surface space.

Looking for a failsafe way to bring some color into your living room? A couple of brightly hued decorative items on your coffee table—like the neon yellow and pink vessels we spotted inSteve and Heather Sack’s San Francisco home–add a pop of color to the room without overpowering the space.