Coffee Table Decor Ideas

Coffee Table Decor Ideas

January 24, 2022

Your living room coffee table can always use a refresh every once in a while, especially if you live somewhere where the seasons change. Swapping out decor items, plants, and other items to your coffee table is a simple way to update your living room without it being a costly change. Whether you want to completely change out your decor or simply add a few new pieces, making a simple change can make a difference in making your space look more aesthetically pleasing. Browse below for a few popular coffee table decor ideas to try for yourself. 

Sophisticated and Neutral Pieces

If you'd like to elevate your living space, incorporate metallic decor, candles, plants, and classic books with a similar color scheme. With the coffee table above, all the decor was kept neutral to complement the furniture and overall space of the home with its open floor plan. The decor provides a sophisticated glam touch to the space without going over the top. 

Bohemian Vibes

If your style is more bohemian and earthy, consider adding a plant or two on a weave style or neutral tray. Add in a couple marble or faux marble coasters and a striking art piece into the tray to complete the look. If you want to include a personal item or two for function, place your journal, notebook, the book you're currently reading onto the coffee table for convenience. 

Simplicity 

If you're trying to keep the space with your coffee table clean, keep it simple. Add items that need a home from the side table, TV stand, or in your storage and place them on the coffee table. This could be your favorite book, a vase with a new succulent, and a simple art piece you found while on vacation in Europe. Just because you have an empty surface to your space doesn't mean it needs to be filled up. It's better to keep it simple and only add a few eye-catching elements to the table. 

Earthy Elements

We love a classic wood coffee table as it brings a sense of nature indoors and is the perfect base for just about any home decor. You can never go wrong with integrating a plant to the table or a few at best. Other go-to items would be books that you stack to add a bit of height to the table, then consider something a bit more unique such as a colorful vase or neutral pitcher. Consider situating them into thirds as it is the most visually appealing. This coffee table above showcases a modern farmhouse style that pairs beautifully with the living room's furniture and other decor.

Sweet Style

Who says the useful and functional items you need for the coffee table have to look bland? We sure don't. Have a bit of fun with color by showcasing your favorite scented candle, artsy coasters, and fresh flowers to create a gorgeous centerpiece. Create the perfect base for all your items by adding them to a tray, whether it's a wood or metallic one. 

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Black and White 

Is your home showcasing a modern, neutral look? If so, find decor items that are also black and white with some natural elements. We're a huge fan of adding a tray first for all the decor pieces to fit inside, so with this one, a silver tray holds the neutral decor items. Vases are a stunning way to incorporate height and placing faux plants or flowers in. 

Modern Farmhouse Aesthetic

Once again, three is better than one. Plants and vases, with a tablecloth that complements the space and adds in some texture, are a great way to decorate your coffee table. Consider varying heights to create dimension and appeal to the coffee table. This is a purely decorated coffee table and doesn't utilize the space for functionality, so if this is what you're going for, that's great, but if not, this may not be the look you're going for. 

Less is More


Pottery you found at your local thrift store, faux plants you saw at Home Goods, and a base to place them on is a simple and easy way to decorate your coffee table. Less is always more when it comes to decorating tabletops to your home, especially if you want to keep your space uncluttered. Place a few of your favorite things onto your coffee table, whether that be a candle, book, plant, or your go-to coasters for a drink of choice. You'll enjoy the simplicity that the decor offers to the space while having the convenience of a coffee table there for placing some of your personal items. 


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