Guest Picks: 20 Terrific Entryway Tables
Impress your guests with a well-dressed entry, grounded by one of these fab and functional console tables
With the holidays here, most of us are knee deep in sprucing up our homes for guests. Looking for the place to make the biggest impact? Try your entryway, as it’s the first place your guests will see. Whether you’re a shoes-off kind of person (and provide slippers for your guests) or you just want a place to highlight some great finds, here are 20 entryway tables to get you holiday-ready in no time. — Dayka from Dayka Robinson Design
Sculpted Geo Console, Parchment
West Elm has a new line of furniture that screams Elle Decor, and this is, hands down, one of my favorites. The faceted geometric drawers take this number to the next level.
Emmerson Console
I love to create a mix of textures and textiles, so this is one of my top entry table choices. A Parsons table is a classic design that never goes out of style, and the rustic wood is the perfect base for an over-the-top glamorous mirror. My kind of style!
Foxed Mirror Console
Mirrored furniture is always a favorite of mine, but add an antiqued look and it’s completely likely that I’ll take it — including this console table.
Clairemont Demilune Console Table
Sometimes simple is best, and I’m reminded of this point every time I run across this table. The metal structure is classic and refined.
Mason Console Table
Again with a Parsons-style console, but this one is made of concrete. How could you pass this up? If you’re looking for a mix of textures, this is a must-have.
Channing 3-Drawer Console Table
If I could be best friends with an inanimate object, it would probably be something lacquered. Shiny objects always have an aura of glam, and this entryway console from Jonathan Adler is no different. The chunky hardware, polished metal base and white lacquer make it perfect for adding some sparkle to your entry.
Preston Console Table, Black
I love anything faux crocodile, and this table wrapped in my favorite finish is a must-have contender.
Lucite Waterfall Console
Great for smaller spaces, this acrylic waterfall table frees up visual space and can make a room look larger than it is.
Burl Wood and Lucite Desk
I have a few favorite finishes, burled wood being one of them. Combine it with Lucite, and you have an ultrastylish and modern console that’s sure to steal the show.
Ming Red Lacquer Chest
For the teeniest of spaces, this small console from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams is perfect. Try it in red, and you’ve got a pop of color to boot.
Vandyke Console Table
So classic and elegant, this is a console table that can also do double duty as a desk or TV console. If you can buy a piece that will work in multiple locations, it’s a win in my book.
Rekarne Sofa Table
Really simple and clean-lined, this is a great table to use as is, or you can paint or wallpaper it to get the look you want. And at $129, you can’t beat the price.
Go-Cart White Console Table
Desk, entry table, media console, sofa table — this industrial number does it all. Something about casters on furniture just makes life more fun.
Colonial Sofa Table, Small
This is probably my most traditional selection in this roundup, but mixing styles of furniture can result in some pretty awesome creations. Add a large, modern mirror and a few chic baskets underneath, and you have the makings of one stylish entryway.
Grove 4-Drawer Console Table
This is simple and classic with a nod to midcentury modern design. If you’re a wood snob, it’s sure to fit your bill.
Mina Console Table
That table base! Any furniture piece that nods to architecture is a score in my book.
Marque Functional Black Finish Console Table
This is a little more modern than what I’d normally pick, but if you’re a pro at mixing textures and styles, this could make your entryway a real stunner.
Remington Console
Look at the color and finish on this one. Don’t be confused: Sometimes the finish on your piece is more important than the style. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone!
Mandarin Altar Table, Weathered Oak
This table is sleek and modern, with an Asian-inspired flair. It’s like taking an overseas trip, only you’re staying in your entryway.
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