Side Tables

Choosing an Aviator Side Table

Start with height and reach. A table beside a sofa or armchair should be easy to use without forcing the user to lean. Compare its top height with the furniture arm and seat, then check that the base does not block feet or the route around the chair.

Use the footprint carefully

Small rooms benefit from compact tables, but the top still needs to hold the intended lamp, drink or books safely. The Vanderbilt Traveler Side Table and Reed’s Industrial Side Table offer different shapes to compare against the available floor area.

Repeat one material

An aluminium or industrial side table can connect leather seating with other metal furniture. It does not need to match the main piece exactly. Repeat one tone from an aviator armchair or use the table as a lighter contrast beside a dark sofa.

Decide between a side table and coffee table

Side tables are easier to reach from one seat and preserve open space in front of a sofa. A coffee table serves several seats and creates a central anchor. In a large room, the two can work together if their heights and visual weight remain balanced.