Bedside tables: 60+ photos, design ideas for the bedroom

How to choose a bedside table for the bedroom?

When choosing, you should determine for what purpose the bedside table is purchased: do you need to fit as many items as possible in it or, conversely, creatively fill the free space next to the bed?

It is worth paying attention to the capacity of the structure, the dimensions and material from which it is made, as well as its compatibility with other interior elements. It is also recommended to choose a cabinet that is approximately level with the bed: this will make it more convenient to use.

What types of bedside tables are there?

It would seem that a bedside table is a simple piece of furniture, but modern designers are not limited in their imagination, so they offer options for every taste:

On legs. The design, even slightly raised from the floor, looks lighter and more sophisticated, but does not lose its spaciousness.
On wheels. A mobile bedside table that can serve as a mobile table.
Hanging. The wall structure looks airy, as if floating above the floor.
Soft. A bedside table with filling, upholstered in fabric: from velor to leatherette.
Frame. An open cabinet without sides: there is only a frame and a base.
Roll-out. It is part of a table or headboard and, if necessary, rolls out, becoming a separate piece of furniture.
Transformable cabinet. A functional design that changes its appearance through a movable mechanism.

The photo shows a bedroom in a neoclassical style with a luxurious glossy nightstand with legs.

A cabinet is not always the free-standing structure we are accustomed to. For example, a table that can be pulled out from a bedside rack can serve as a bedside table:

Other tips

The living room with the kitchen can be combined and decorated with various imperfections. It is important to calculate and anticipate everything in advance.

Decorators and craftsmen share tips that will help avoid problems during repairs and furnishings:

The result depends on how detailed the project is drawn up. Oddly enough, it is worth taking into account the growth of loved ones and relatives. It is also recommended to calculate the approximate number of possible guests.
You can get rid of food smells by installing a strong hood or ventilation system. Small models are more suitable for housewives who do little cooking.
If you plan to have a sleeping place in the living room, then it is important that the ringing of appliances and other kitchen utensils is not heard. Silent dishwashers and other appliances will come in handy.

In addition, you can install a sliding door and install a soundproof partition. If there is sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation, the owners hang thick curtains made of light-proof fabric.

If household appliances do not match the direction of the interior, they are hidden behind furniture or put away in kitchen cabinets.

When installing luminaires and lamps, they are guided by several criteria. It is important that the light falls evenly throughout the entire space. Especially bright lighting is preferable in the kitchen area and where the dining table is installed. In the living room, designers create a subdued atmosphere using wall sconces and table lamps. Multi-level stretch ceilings with LED strip also look good in this room.

Moisture-resistant finishing materials are more durable and easy to clean. Thus, they retain their appearance for a long time.

The kitchen combined with the living room combines:

personal tastes of the owners;
reliable finishing materials;
current design ideas;
convenience;
trends. The best photos of kitchen living room design

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Material

The material from which it is made plays an important role in the design of the bedside table: the style of the bedside area and the service life of the product depend on it.

A wooden bedside table is always an excellent choice, since solid wood construction is much higher quality than furniture made from chipboard or veneer, and it looks respectable. It will fit perfectly into most styles: from Provence to classic, because wood is a popular material that can be given any shape. Bedside tables are made from both strong elite species (oak, beech, mahogany) and soft, more affordable ones (pine, alder).
MDF cabinets can be indistinguishable in appearance from wooden ones, but are much cheaper. Plastic is also an inexpensive material, but a lightweight product is more suitable for children's rooms.
A transparent bedside table made of glass will be, although not the most practical, but a very elegant option.

The photo shows a bedside table made of natural wood.

The photo on the right shows a glass bedside table in the interior of a snow-white bedroom.

For eco-style interiors, the best solution would be a wicker rattan bedside table: it will definitely captivate connoisseurs of natural decorative elements.
Metal is another common material for creating stylish bedside designs. Usually a frame is made from it, and wood or chipboard is used for the drawers.
Leather or eco-leather is used in the decoration of facades, giving the product a luxurious look.

Chrome steel

Chromed steel is used for the construction of bedside tables in combination with a number of other materials (wood, tempered glass, chipboard). Gives the surface of products a bright gloss, a beautiful stylish look, and additional strength. Today it is used in the design of such styles as eco-style, minimalism, classic and “cold” Scandinavian design.

Sizes and shapes of the cabinet

Bedside tables differ not only in materials, but also in shape. The standard height of the product is flush with the bed, but high or low cabinets add originality to the decor, playing on the unusual dimensions of the product. Narrow mini-bedside tables serve the same function: although they don’t fit a lot of things, they look incredibly sophisticated.

Small or corner designs are useful in a room where there is little space left for a regular bedside table, but the need for a comfortable night's sleep does not disappear.

In the photo there are two black high tables on the sides of the bed, giving a feeling of privacy and comfort.

Bedside tables of non-standard shape are very popular: round and oval. By placing such furniture in his bedroom, the owner is guaranteed to add uniqueness and completeness to the atmosphere. Designs with rounded corners work to create a soft interior with smooth lines.

The photo shows magnificent semicircular bedside tables, the shape and decor of which echoes the chandelier and lamps.

Vintage figured designs are in particular demand. Featuring a carved lid and curved legs, as well as intricate fittings, they fit perfectly into sophisticated, sophisticated interiors.

Colors of the bedside tables

There are no rules for choosing a specific color, there are only recommendations and examples of successful combinations:

Compatibility with the furniture in the room: for example, a white bed and a bedside table.
Play with contrast: a white cabinet against a dark wall (for example, blue) or a classic black and white color scheme.
Harmony of bedside table and decor: colored fronts can repeat the pattern of bedspreads, pillows, photo frames, and the colors of paintings.

Using accents against a neutral background: a bright yellow or green nightstand in a gray setting.
The color of the product harmonizes with the finish, as if dissolving in it: for example, turquoise on a blue background or wenge on a brown background.
Chrome details combined with a gold or silver bedside table.

The photo shows a green lacquered cabinet that serves as an accent spot in a neutral interior.

Pastel palette, when exclusively light colors are used: beige, mint, pink.

The photo shows a light wooden cabinet in a delicate setting.

Photos of bedside tables in various styles

Bedside tables can serve as indispensable elements that support the chosen direction.

Loft

Metal and wood are frequent guests in the “industrial” interior style. Combined bedside tables are at the height of fashion today. The pleasant texture of wood and the roughness of metal fit well into a setting where deliberately raw textures predominate.

Scandinavian style

Cozy, light-filled Scandi style involves the use of natural materials. Wooden furniture with white or contrasting black doors looks great against a light background.

The photo shows a spacious bedroom with a black square bedside table, which adds a graphic touch to the room.

Provence

Unobtrusive white nightstands, as well as antique items with scuffs and curly elements, fit perfectly into a bedroom in a provincial French style.

Art Deco

Glossy art deco is replete with mirror surfaces and geometric lines. Nightstands with glass or decorated with rhinestones will come in handy here.

Classic

Timeless classics, like baroque, are filled with luxurious materials and flowing lines. Here, bedside products are characterized by patterns, gilding, and curved shapes, which are in perfect harmony with the traditional carriage screed.

High tech

This fashionable trend is characterized by strict and ergonomic decorative components: cabinets built into the headboard with reflective surfaces and spot lighting.

Minimalism

This direction is characterized by restraint, which means that the furniture should not draw attention to itself. Laconic straight cabinets without decorations are the best choice for maintaining style.

Models

The cost of a structure directly depends on its functionality and the material of its constituent elements.

So, here are some manufacturers and their products:

Ikea, Brimnes set. This combined version of furniture is considered one of the most famous in the whole world. The model is presented in two size variations: 140×200 and 160×200 cm. Additional space for storing various accessories is organized as follows: the lower part of the bed is equipped with four drawers, and at the head there is a cabinet with open shelves.

"Mary Furniture", model "Prestige". Not a bad solution for a bedroom. This structure is made of chipboard. The bed has a niche 19 cm wide (with retractable shelves).
"Scand-Furniture", model "Lady". An excellent solution for a small girl’s room. The single bed is equipped with a very spacious headboard in which shelves are located. There are also drawers for storing linen and saving space.

If we review the modifications of such products, we can note that the bedside tables are as follows:

with drawers;
open low option;
mounted model;
with a table that extends or rotates;
built into a wide or long headboard of a berth.

Design options for bedside tables in the bedroom interior

Don’t forget about the functionality of bedside structures. Wide cabinets with a mirror can be used as dressing tables for perfumes. Bedside tables with shelves will be convenient for storing books and phones, and a rotating or extendable table will allow you to comfortably have breakfast right in bed.

In the photo there are two cabinets with mirrors, which are located in a niche and add depth to the room.

Particularly worth noting are the unusual nightstands, which give a characteristic mysterious shine to the bedside area: these are designs with frosted glass on the top panel, as well as “metal” products with patina. Reflective surfaces bring lightness to the environment; Products with a forged frame serve the same function, adding airiness to the interior.

Furniture items

A few examples of furnishing a kitchen combined with a living room:

1. Sofa. It becomes an object that zones space. The sofa is placed with its back facing the place where food is prepared. In small rooms (less than 20 sq m) a corner is placed, which is placed against a wall installed perpendicular or parallel to the kitchen.
2. Set. According to designers, minimalist models without elaborate details look modern. The service, vases or glasses are placed on an open shelf. You can buy a fashionable display case for them. Furniture is placed near the wall. If the space is large (20 sq. m, 25 sq. m or 30 sq. m), then in the central part you can install an island, which also has sections for kitchen appliances.
3. Furniture set. The style should be combined with the design of both rooms. In small rooms, a compact table and chairs made of transparent material or painted in light colors look good. You can add a table with a round top to your living room interior. In spacious rooms, the kit is installed near the wall or in the central part. An elongated rectangular dining table would look good here.

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A selection of children's bedside tables

Wardrobes for children, especially for girls, are distinguished by light or rich shades.

The photo shows an American-style children's room. Red facades serve as one of the bright accents.

The design in a boy's nursery is more restrained and usually has a minimum of details.

Unusual nightstands in the bedroom interior

Often, designers creatively use ordinary objects as bedside tables: chests, drawers, suitcases, or even all together.

The photo shows a country-style bedroom with an original headboard design that forms a single composition.

Even a simple stool or... a kitchen table on wheels in a retro style can help in decorating the bedside area.

Selecting a suitable design

Bedside tables come in a variety of designs:

A laconic bedside table with supports and a main surface for placing things on it. Under such a bedside table, you can put slippers or something else on the floor.
The drawer cabinet has the shape of a box with one hinged door.
The cabinet-shelf has a simple open design with one or more work surfaces.
The chest of drawers is distinguished by the presence of several drawers.

Also, the designs of nightstands differ in the way they are placed in the bedroom. There are floor-mounted and wall-mounted models. The first ones are standard, located on the floor. Wall-mounted bedside tables, as the name implies, are fixed on the wall at a height from the floor from 10 to 50 centimeters.

Decor ideas for bedside tables

You shouldn’t limit your imagination when choosing a bedside table, because it’s not only a place to store an alarm clock, but also a bedroom decoration.