Guest Picks: Round Side Tables

Ally
I'm the author of the interior design blog, FROM THE RIGHT BANK. When I'm not rearranging the furniture in my own house, I consult on interiors projects and contribute to various shelter publications and websites. You can follow my adventures in creating a global modern home at http://www.fromtherightbank.com
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I've been searching for a side table for a while and so far the only thing I've been able to decide on is the shape: round. Next to furniture with sharp angles, a round table will soften edges and break up straight lines. Here are my picks to round things out.
— Ally from From the Right Bank
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modern side tables and accent tables by hive
by hive
by hive
Panier Side Table - $314.00 »
This table, made out of transparent polycarbonate, is actually a container that can be closed on one side with a lid. It can even be used as a magazine rack. How clever is that?
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side tables and accent tables by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
Bolero Accent Table - $229.00 »
This one feels like a bronze sculpture worthy of displaying on its own. The fact that you can set drinks on it is a bonus.
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eclectic side tables and accent tables by West Elm
by West Elm
by West Elm
Pebble Side Table - $149.00 »
This is my current favorite. It's like a giant pebble sculpture that also happens to be functional.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by Room & Board
by Room & Board
by Room & Board
Boyd Round Ottomans - $499.00 »
This is an outdoor ottoman, but it would be perfect as a side table. It could also be used for extra seating that's actually comfortable.
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side tables and accent tables by Overstock
by Overstock
by Overstock
Fiberglass Penny Ball Stool/ Side Table - $130.99 »
I like the futuristic look of this table. I would stack magazines, or maybe even a light, inside of it.
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modern side tables and accent tables by vivedecor.com
by vivedecor.com
by vivedecor.com
Hannah Round End Table »
The clean lines of this piece would be great almost anywhere, but especially in a narrow space.
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traditional side tables and accent tables by PBteen
by PBteen
by PBteen
Loop Side Table - $99.00 »
If you like Patricia Urquiola's iconic piece but don't like its price tag, then here is an inexpensive alternative that is equally delicate and pretty.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by AllModern
by AllModern
by AllModern
Symbo Side Table - $324.72 »
These tables are very elegant in a Danish-modern sort of way.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by Design Public
by Design Public
by Design Public
Satellite End Round Table - $273.00 »
The retro lounge feel and the bright color of this table is so fun. The high density polyethylene, which is 100-percent recycled, makes it feel modern.
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modern chairs by AllModern
by AllModern
by AllModern
Maya Lin Stones Adult Seat - $374.00 »
Designed to resemble stone, the solidity of this piece is something that I really love. It's designed to be a seat, but it could make a great table with a tray on top as well.
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modern side tables and accent tables by hive
by hive
by hive
table 90d - $390.00 »
You can never go wrong with a classic like the Aalto Table 90D. This will work anywhere and will never go out of style.
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eclectic side tables and accent tables by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
Aerie Large Accent Table - $199.00 »
At first sight, this could be a traditional piece handwoven in some exotic locale, but it's completely modernized by the steel construction.
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side tables and accent tables by Design Public
by Design Public
by Design Public
Context Furniture Truss Occasional Table - $295.00 »
There's a schoolhouse charm about these pieces — a very stylish schoolhouse, that is! Basic geometric shapes come together to form a really great modern table.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by Design Public
by Design Public
by Design Public
JEB JONES Drum Table - $850.00 »
For great craftsmanship, you can't beat these beautiful drum tables that are made using traditional techniques and hand-finished in New York.
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asian side tables and accent tables by AllModern
by AllModern
by AllModern
Stockholm Tablo Table - $190.00 »
This Swedish number with a slight Asian feel has a tray top that is removable and available in different colors.
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eclectic ottomans and cubes by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
Abaca Ottoman - $129.00 »
The delicate shape is nicely balanced by the rough texture. This would be a great natural element to warm up a modern space.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by Room & Board
by Room & Board
by Room & Board
Slim Round End Tables - $219.00 »
I don't think there's a better side table for a child's room than this simple shape that comes in a huge array of bright and pastel colors.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
by Crate&Barrel
Hudson Round Nesting Tables - $399.00 »
At first I thought this set of nesting tables looked a little Shaker, then I thought it looked a little Scandinavian. The fact that its style isn't easily identified is precisely why I like it so much.
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contemporary side tables and accent tables by Anthropologie
by Anthropologie
by Anthropologie
Amorphous Nesting Table Set - $898.00 »
These vintage-inspired stools are just plain cute, and the color combination is really fresh.
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eclectic side tables and accent tables by AllModern
by AllModern
by AllModern
Indoor/Outdoor Round Accent Table, Yellow - $99.00 »
Small light-weight pieces like this table are always great to have on hand to move around as needed. It comes in a variety of colors, but the bright yellow is my favorite.

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