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Why Every Room Needs a Side Table
Some pieces of furniture quietly shape the atmosphere of a room. A side table can hold a book, display a favourite object or create a place for everyday rituals. More than a practical addition, it often becomes the finishing touch that brings an interior together.
Think beyond function
A side table doesn't have to sit beside a sofa. Placed in a hallway, next to a bathtub or in an empty corner, it can introduce rhythm and character to a space. The sculptural side tables by Marie Michielssen blur the line between furniture and sculpture, bringing colour, texture and personality wherever they are placed.
When chosen thoughtfully, a side table becomes part of the architecture of a room.
Create small moments
The most memorable interiors are built around moments rather than furniture layouts. A side table beside a lounge chair creates a place for a morning coffee. Next to a bath, it holds a glass and a favourite book. In a living room, it becomes a platform for flowers, lighting or collected objects.
Small gestures like these make a home feel personal and lived in.
Use side tables as sculptural accents
Not every piece of furniture needs to blend in. The handcrafted side tables by Marie Michielssen introduce bold silhouettes and expressive forms that immediately draw the eye. Whether finished in deep burgundy, soft ivory or vibrant yellow, they bring a playful yet artistic presence to an interior.
Their impact comes not from their size, but from their character.
Layer different heights and shapes
Interior designers rarely rely on a single table. Combining a coffee table with smaller side tables creates depth and visual rhythm throughout a room. The Pawn collection by Marie Michielssen demonstrates this beautifully. Used individually or grouped together, the pieces function equally well as occasional tables, display surfaces or extra seating. The result feels effortless and dynamic rather than static.
Balance statement pieces with simplicity
A sculptural side table becomes even more powerful when paired with restrained furniture. The architectural lines of Rudolph by Vincent Van Duysen create a calm foundation, allowing surrounding objects to stand out. Together, they demonstrate how different design languages can coexist within the same interior. It is often this tension that gives an interior its character.
Small objects, big impact
A side table rarely takes centre stage, yet it often becomes one of the most lived-with pieces in a home. Holding the objects that accompany daily life, it quietly brings purpose, personality and balance to a space.
