How to Style a Coffee Table in 5 Easy Steps

Amber glass vase styled on a coffee table

The coffee table is the centerpiece of your living room, which makes it the easiest place to make a big impact. Here's a five-step formula that works on any table.

Step 1: Anchor With a Tray

A tray corrals your pieces and instantly makes the surface look intentional rather than random.

Step 2: Add a Stack of Books

Two or three books add height and a base to layer on top of. Coffee-table books do double duty as decor.

Step 3: Bring in Height

Add a vase or tall object to draw the eye up and balance the low, flat surface.

Step 4: Add Something Organic

A few faux stems or a small plant softens the hard lines and adds life.

Step 5: Leave Room to Live

Always keep open space for a coffee cup or the remote. A coffee table should be styled and usable. Shop our Living Room collection for the finishing pieces.