A console table is one of those delightful pieces that slips effortlessly into any interior while still making a quiet statement. Slim, elegant and endlessly useful, a console is a designer’s secret friend, perfect for adding personality without overwhelming a space. Here are five styles we love, each with their own sense of poetry and purpose.
The Sculptural Console
Some consoles behave almost like modern art. They are the showstoppers with unexpected shapes and confident presence. A sculptural console never wants to be hidden, so let its form take centre stage. It is there to delight the eye, bring a sense of theatre and spark conversation the moment you enter the room.
The Shabby Chic Console
There is something deeply charming about a console with a touch of patina, softly distressed paint, weathered timber or vintage hardware. A shabby chic console brings both nostalgia and comfort. Style it with found objects such as a faded book, a quirky sculpture or a small posy of garden greenery. It whispers of stories untold, adding instant warmth to any room.
The Storage Console
Beauty can be practical. A storage console offers drawers, shelves and clever compartments without losing its personality, something you will find throughout our hotels, where every space is both functional and beautiful. A painted finish paired with elegant handles transforms simple utility into something truly special.
The Console with Mirror
A console paired with a mirror is pure theatre. The mirror draws in light, doubles your arrangement and adds a sense of sparkle. This pairing works beautifully in any space that needs uplifting. Choose a mirror with real personality, perhaps a bold frame or an antique piece that complements the console. Add a lamp, a vase or a small artwork, and let the whole ensemble glow.
The Long Console for Collections
If you love to curate, the long console is your gallery. It becomes the perfect stage for ceramics, books, textiles, art pieces or treasures gathered on your travels. The secret is rhythm: vary height, shape and colour so the eye dances across the surface. It turns your collection into a captivating story.
No matter which style speaks to you, a console table invites creativity and wonder. It can anchor a hallway, soften a living room or become the quiet star of any corner. Whether sculptural, practical or timeless in character, the right console brings both harmony and personality to a space. Let yours shape an atmosphere that feels thoughtful, beautiful and entirely your own.