Stone side tables hold a special place in contemporary furniture: they combine the solidity of a natural material with a sculptural presence that gives structure to a space. This collection brings together 115 pieces chosen for their build quality and the diversity of their forms, from raw tops to polished surfaces, from slender metal bases to monolithic blocks. Whether limestone, travertine or slate, stone lends each piece a texture and visual density that few other materials can match. Take a look, too, at the marble side tables for a selection focused on this particular material and its distinctive veining.
The collection spans a wide range of formats and aesthetics. Some side tables embrace geometric minimalism, with circular or square tops resting on slim bases that lighten the whole visually. Others fully assume the weight and grain of stone, with more substantial silhouettes that make the table as much a decorative object as a functional piece of furniture. Combinations of materials are common in this range: stone pairs readily with brass, brushed steel or wood to create contrasts of texture that bring a composition to life. Sizes vary from small, easy-to-move side tables to more imposing formats that become the focal point of a living room. To explore other materials, the Side tables department offers alternatives in metal, glass or ceramic, while the plastic side tables take a completely different approach, lighter and more colourful.
These tables suit contemporary interiors just as well as more raw-edged spaces, such as industrial lofts or apartments with exposed concrete walls. Placed at the end of a sofa, as a nesting duo or on their own beside a reading armchair, they slip in with great understatement. To create a contrast of tones in a neutral living room, the green side tables bring a welcome touch of colour to pair with the natural volumes of stone.