Coffee tables are beautiful accessories to any living room, but they can serve more of a purpose than simply being aesthetically-pleasing surfaces on which to put drinks and remote controls. With a round coffee table with storage, you get the extra space to put away those few bits that might otherwise end up as focus-drawing clutter.
Whether it’s a few books or magazines, those bits of gadgetry that are better hidden away, or even sizeable storage for a blanket on a cool night, a circle coffee table with storage can significantly help enhance the look of your relaxing space.
We’ve taken the time to look at some of the most desirable options available today.
1. Round Coffee Table with Shelf
Starting simple, this solid wood coffee table has a lower shelf for basic storage. Shelf storage is the perfect way to add a little extra space for books or blankets, keeping their aesthetic in the room without cluttering up the top of the table.
Pros
- Solid, natural wood
- Easy-to-access full-size shelf
Cons
- Open storage means it’s not as suitable for storing unsightly items
- Take care when moving to not spill the contents!
Top Styling Tip:
The rustic round coffee table look combines perfectly with minimal ornamentation. Try a candle or two, or a delicate sculpture in a complementary colour. Place books on the storage shelf rather than on the table itself.
2. Round Oak Coffee Table with Shelf
Another delightful shelf design, this wooden coffee table is made of light oak and is a beautiful piece to have in a light living room or conservatory. Featuring classic carved legs, this table brings a sense of open space while still providing a strong storage option.
Pros
- Classic oak design
- Easy-to-access full-size shelf
Cons
- No hidden areas
Top Styling Tip:
There’s an immediate brightness to this piece of furniture that demands a well-lit room. Try it in the conservatory or close to large windows to bring out the polished sheen of the natural oak. Position with a plant to further enhance its uplifting colours.
3. Nesting Wire Basket Small Round Coffee Table with Storage
For a completely different look, try these nesting wire basket storage coffee tables. A cute alternative to the more traditional designs, these lidded tables are great for storing cushions and blankets inside.
Pros
- Perfect for storing soft furnishings
- Light and manoeuvrable
Cons
- Storage not suitable for many items
- Tables are quite small
Top Styling Tip:
These basket tables make fantastic end tables, suitable for holding a drink at the end of the sofa. Keep them clutter-free or designate one of the pair as a display table, perhaps with a central candle or pot plant as a feature piece.
4. Retro Round Storage Coffee Table
Jump back a few decades with this wonderful Scandinavian-look circular coffee table with storage. With a full storage space under the table lid, this table provides a great place to hide away all those messy controllers, keeping your living space both clean and inviting.
Pros
- Elegant retro styling
- Spacious storage
- Lipped table design
Cons
- Storage not suitable for many items
- Very particular style
Top Styling Tip:
Keep it round! With a very prominent and strong circular design, this table doesn’t want to clash by being used to hold items with straight lines! Avoid rectangular trays or books and mix with round candles instead.
5. Nesting Round Coffee Table with Drawers
With luxury styling and high-quality construction, this marbled round coffee table with drawers offers a modern design and substantial storage options, with two deep drawers perfect for holding a range of items.
Pros
- Gorgeous, high-class look
- Two drawers for excellent storage options
- Adjustable height
Cons
- Taste is quite specific
- Expensive
Top Styling Tip:
In the right environment, this table is simply stunning. Pair with similarly-styled white furniture for a modern, clean look. This is a table particularly suited for showing off those artful coffee table books, and can also suit a well-styled round coffee table tray, too.
6. Rotating Top Wooden Coffee Table with Storage
The featured rotating mechanism to access the storage space on this table makes it stand out from the crowd. Combined with the natural look and quality finish, this brown coffee table with storage will elicit positive comments from all who see and use it.
Pros
- Eye-catching rotating top design
- Sizeable hidden storage for multiple purpose
- Classic styling to fit any room
Cons
- Some might not like the protruding peg mechanism
Top Styling Tip:
This is a very clean and classic light wood coffee table with storage that can be paired with a range of accessories to stand out in your living room. Consider a leafy plant or modern sculpture to really set this off.
7. Modern Round Coffee Table with Grille Shelf
Eschewing the standard wooden shelf with a distinctive metal grille, this modern round coffee table with storage fits perfectly in rooms with deep colourings; burgundy, brown, and black. Sit back and relax with a sumptuous glass of Rioja!
Pros
- Sturdy metal framework
- Distinctive grille design
Cons
- Lack of hidden storage
Top Styling Tip:
The metal features and dark colouring of this coffee table make it the perfect minimalist feature in a room styled with black and dark wood furnishings. Accentuate the look using books with black binding and flowers with deep crimson colours.
8. Rustic Round Coffee Table with Storage
The flip-lid design of this rustic coffee table evokes thoughts of grand pianos and seventies cocktail parties. Perfect for storing tumblers and packets of nibbles!
Pros
- A talking point coffee table
- Good storage access
Cons
- Visible hinges may be a distraction
- Flip-lip design is at odds with ornamental use
Top Styling Tip:
Putting a vase or other ornament on this table may become frustrating when trying to get into it, but why bother? This is a table that wants to sit alone, the lid being more than enough of a feature to cause conversation. Casually leave a bottle of Scotch and two tumblers on it and enjoy the party look.
9. Distinctive Bowl-Shaped Walnut Storage Coffee Table
Sure to demand attention, this beautiful half-sphere coffee table offers considerable storage inside its bowl design.
Pros
- Great under-lid storage for cushions and blankets – or the kids’ toys!
- Distinctive design
Cons
- Lid needs to be completely removed to access storage space
Top Styling Tip:
There’s enough style and look in this bowl table to need little else. The walnut finish deserves to share its warmth in a room with plenty of fabrics and soft furnishings, but this is going to look good in most living rooms.
10. Colourful Round Coffee Table with Deep Storage
With a range of sumptuous colours and some really sizeable storage, this deep, lidded, coffee table is a fantastic solution to fit a wide range of styles.
Pros
- Impressive storage capacity
- Range of colours to match soft furnishings
Cons
- May be a little chunky for some aesthetics
Top Styling Tip:
The clean lines and soft touch of this table evoke daily use. If you’re a parent to young children, why not let a bright toy adorn its lid for a quirky family look? Or top with flowers that emphasise your choice of colour.
Final Thoughts
Before you choose your storage coffee table, consider your use. Are you the kind of person that prefers a shelf to chuck an iPad or book on, or do you love the idea of cuddling up in front of the TV with a soft blanket? The storage offered by coffee tables isn’t meant to replace a full cupboard or wardrobe – it’s sneaky storage for a few little bits.
To get the most out of your coffee table, remember not to over clutter it, both inside and out. A couple of ornamental touches are enough, and don’t overfill the storage space. With coffee tables, the old idiom of ‘less is more’ definitely applies.
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