Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Bedside Table Study

I often get asked by friends and clients about bedside tables- do they need to match?  Can I get away with just one on one side?  What if my space is limited?  So today I thought I'd share my thoughts and advice on bedside design.  I personally love to see a bed framed with matching side tables/dressers.  The symmetry of it is pleasing to the eye.  Add wall-mounted sconces for a luxe alternative to table lamps:



Adding a bench at the end of the bed is another pretty framing device.  Ideally, one with a width of about 6" less than your bed width is best.



Symmetry is beautiful, but mis-matched bedside tables can add visual interest and uniqueness to a room:




Not in to bedside tables, or don't have the space for them?  Bedside chairs can do the trick!



If space is an issue, one bedside table is fine.  But to balance out the look, I'd put a tall fiddle leaf plant or even a pretty floor lamp on the other side of the bed. The ideal height of a bedside table is even with your mattress top, but going about 6" above is okay, too.  In fact, I personally prefer the height difference a bit.

What are your thoughts- what bedside look do you prefer?


18 comments:

  1. I actually prefer that they don't match! I think it adds interest...but all these matching ones are so cute!!

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  2. i like having matching bedside tables. i currently don't have matching ones because i'm in the middle of making new ones and it makes my room look so odd. i tried the chair once but then you don't have anywhere to put a glass of water.

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  3. Oh my! Such gorgeous eye candy! That Amber Interiors pic made me squeal with delight! Makes me want to go fancy up my room ASAP! I have mismatched but coordinating bedside tables. I love them but they could be styled a little better! I would love a bench, but we don't have enough room for one!

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  4. awesome pics;DD

    new post

    www.live-style20.blogspot.com

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  5. I agree, I like when they match. And I currently hate ours - they are my fiance's from god knows when and they are just so ugly + so small. the large ones in the first pic would be a dream!

    http://itsthelittlethingsblog.blogspot.com

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  6. I'm a fan of both, I love how using unusual or mismatched tables can look in a room.

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  7. I can definitely get into either look, but I tend to prefer matching. LOVING that pink headboard tho

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  8. I like when they match but when two mismatched items come together, sometimes it can be so perfect!

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  9. I Love mismatched bedside tables...but I feel like in general it's really hard to find a great pair of bedside tables that don't break the bank! I'm looking for large bedside chests right now and it's like finding a needle in a haystack!! Love all of your inspiration!

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  10. Oh that Amber Interiors bedroom is just gorgeous - when can I move in?!

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  11. First bedside tables have to be functional... some of your items are not functional. Place to put glasses, phone, wire for charging, reading material are needed. They don't have to all sit on top but in a drawer is good. Second the light has be be reachable and have enough watts to read with old eyes. THEN bring on all the beautiful furniture. I prefer matching. The first photo is super...

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  12. LOVE mismatched beside tables. You always provide the best inspiration. Great post, as usual! :)

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  13. I love the idea of mismatched tables. I only have one bedside table right now and the OCD in me is in desperate need of a mate!!

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  14. I personally like when they match, or at least to have one on each side of the bed. In Feng Shui they say it's good for balance and energy flow :)
    xo,
    Marcela
    http://tucasablogonline.blogspot.com

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  15. Ahhhhhh adore these images!! I am all about a mix and a match though.

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  16. I just recently bought new bedside tables (matching Queen Anne style off ebay - LOVE!) I used to have one which was fine until I got the two - it brings my whole room together. And I think the fact they match helps that too. That is my style though, I can appreciate a bit of mismatching now and then but for me I like the symmetry.
    Ashleigh xxoo

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  17. Nice post. That's a tough one. I like both. I used to be more matchy all around in my design style, but I'm venturing more toward the mismatched quirky look. I think both can look fabulous when done well.

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  18. If the space in a room allows, I definitely vote for matching bedside tables and a bench. I adore the colors and the styling in the Vogue room - so bright and cheery!

    xx, Bubbly in Brooklyn

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