Guest Picks: Kid-Friendly Side Tables
With bright colors, fun shapes and/or no sharp corners, these side tables are great for family affairs
Decorating can be fun, but it can be extra challenging when you have small children to consider. This collection of kid-friendly side tables will convince you that design compromise is not necessary; most of the tables below won’t be a disaster if a bit of trip-and-fall happens in your home. — Darlene from Fieldstone Hill Design
Nara Ceramic Table Goldenrod
With no sharp corners and a whole lotta shine, this is a great piece for a family-friendly home. My favorite feature is the brilliant lacquered color, which is also family friendly.
Brigitte 1-Drawer Side Table, Gray
You don’t have to sacrifice glamour for a a kid-friendly home. I adore this gorgeous table’s oval shape, lovely color and useful drawer. I will definitely be keeping this one in mind for client projects.
City Slicker Neon Pink Side Table
This is one for when the kiddos are past the wobbly phase. It’s the perfect way to spiff up a kids’ room or simply add fun to another room. I just completely love this glossy cube table, which is also available in navy or white.
Blake Raffia Side Table, Natural
This sophisticated side table is one of my favorites. It’s wrapped in woven raffia, giving those sharp corners a bit of protection.
Moroccan Table, English Lilac
I love the shape of Moroccan tables. This is one of my favorites because it has a modern style with smooth lines and comes in fabulous, bold colors. I just used this gray version in a client project.
Plum & Bow Round Dipped Side Table
This paint-dipped table has a fun look and is versatile; it can be a stool or a little side table. I like that it is right on trend and comes at a great price.
Izmir Side Table
A good sign that a furniture piece is kid friendly is when the description reads, “Can also be used as a stool.” Because we all know that it’s going to get used as a stool anyway! (At least at my house it is.)
Barret Tray Side Table
Bring Mommy a beverage, would you, darling? How perfectly adorable and practical is this side table? The removable bar tray is my favorite feature.
Driftwood Side Table
These are round and durable for the kiddos but soft, moody and rustic for the adults. I could see them used in a home that is filled with (washable!) whites galore.
Assembly Home Wire Table, Bright Green
This wire table is genius. Bright color choices are a plus, but I think that the best part is that it’s lightweight. It is easy to move around the room to the perfect location.
Roulette End Table
Before you get this beauty, be sure your child fits in and out of it — because even I want to crawl through it! I love the idea of encouraging more play in the home — and with items that happen to be gorgeous.
Warning: Seriously. Check the size first.
Warning: Seriously. Check the size first.
Jeb Jones Spool, Short
Wait, are these children’s blocks? The stylish kind? How awesome are these wooden Spool stools/side tables? My favorite is the mustard. Or maybe the federal blue. Oh dear, how to choose?
Dorian Nesting Sea Grass Tables, Set of 3
These gorgeous sea grass nesting tables have a relaxed feel. I have always loved nesting tables because they offer flexibility. You always have the right table for the right task.
Hugo Leather Patchwork Ottoman
Soft and stainproof, hides are a great solution when it comes to decorating with kids. I am always impressed by how well they repel stains.
Kartell Stone Stool, Transparent Crystal
Pretty. Awesome colors. Polycarbonate. I love this little beauty, which is perfect whether or not you have kiddos.
Angela Woven Stool or Accent Table
Made from real rope and offering a flash of color, this side table is a great fit for a waterfront or nautical-themed home. The rope and round shape provide a more forgiving surface for children.
Hexagonal Sea Grass Side Table
There’s nowhere to bump yourself on this fantastic woven table/stool. And the natural material means that it can go with nearly any decor style.
Hourglass Stool or Side Table, Spring Green
This fun and gorgeous table comes in a wide variety of colors, and even in an alternative shape. I love the lacquered look; a piece like this truly makes an impact.
Vitra Cork Stool, Model B
This is so creative. Expose your little ones to haute decor with this cork side table.
Moroccan Drum Table
As a kid I would have loved the intricate details on this fantastic Moroccan side table with bone inlay. It’s perfect for playing board games with small family members.
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