Step away from sharp lines and straight edges to elevate your bedroom with round nightstands. Think outside of the box and experiment with sculptural shapes and organic lines to create a blissful and balanced space.
Why Round Nightstands?
Nightstands are a bedroom staple that visually frame your bed. Rounded corners, soft edges and arched shapes help offset the boxy dimensions of a room and give the eye a natural place to rest. The curved silhouette of a round nightstand contrasts with the clean lines you’ll often see in a bedroom’s supporting pieces.
Things to Consider when Choosing a Round Nightstand
Round nightstands are a great way to break up a uniform space. There are just a few things to keep in mind as you go on the hunt for that perfect pair.
- Height: Height can vary for different nightstands. You want yours to be level or slightly higher or lower than your mattress height. The top of your nightstand should be aligned with the top of your bedding or within two to four inches, so before choosing your round nightstands, you’ll want to be sure to measure the height of your bed and mattress.
- Mix, Don’t Match: Mix it up with colors, textures and styles. You also can experiment with mixing materials. If your bed is a solid-colored upholstery, a lighter or natural wood finish would pair beautifully. For wooden frames and headboards, you could opt for a painted nightstand or a contrasting material, such as metal, concrete or plaster. Even nesting two similar table styles can add variety to your design.
- Storage: Added storage is always a bonus. Round nightstands with drawers or cabinets are perfect for housing charging chords, phones, throws and various items. There also are some great options with open shelves so you can tastefully showcase some of your favorite sculptural pieces and books.
Quick Tips for Styling Your Round Nightstand
- Make it Practical and Functional: Practical doesn’t equal bland or boring. Decorative boxes and lamps are a wonderful addition to your nightstand and overall bedroom. Two to three items on top of your nightstand are preferred, as you don’t want it to look cluttered and messy. Vary the scales of those items, and you can always throw in some greenery to brighten up your space.
- Add Something Special: Personal touches really complete a space. Make your nightstand special by adding items that bring you happiness. Whether it’s a framed photo of loved ones, a stack of books or your favorite candle, adding these small details provide style and sentimental value.
Whether you opt for a simple, open option or a large piece with ample storage, round nightstands are the perfect way to add some personality and functionality to your space. We hope these tips for selecting and accessorizing your round nightstand help you incorporate a bit of natural balance and sculptural beauty into your bedroom.
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