Like Batman and Robin or Ben and Jerry’s, the couch and end tables look better when they’re together. What modern home would it be without these functional and stylish necessities in your living room or any room that you adorn? Of course, the style you choose and the arrangement will reflect your good taste and thoughtfulness in providing your family and friends with a convenient resting place for their drinks, or a convenient place for books and magazines. Candles will provide an attractive lighting option and enhance the glossy look of wood.

The sofa and side tables are a statement of intent when it comes to your décor, just as they did when they were first designed in Europe in the 17th century. Since there was no BMW or Mercedes in the driveway to reflect one’s wealth, the fashion house was the ultimate indication of good taste and position in the community. Back then, the sofa and side tables would occupy the coveted space that accompanied two other popular pieces of the time, the chesterfield or the sofa. (These days we’d call them a sofa or loveseat.) Acting as complementary pieces, they were known for their extensive carvings and intimate details. Fortunately, crafts that existed in the 17th century are still available today, and period pieces are very popular in modern homes. As styles and design creativity have evolved, the variety of sofas and end tables has expanded to stylish new models that you can display in your “mansion.”

Wood options for these pieces may reflect paint colors and window trim, or the owner’s desire to combine other existing pieces. Decades ago, mahogany, maple, oak, and cherry were popular woods and continue to be a staple of furniture design. Bamboo and wicker are also a beautiful addition to modern homes and are popular for sunrooms and outdoor patios, especially if you want to evoke the look of the tropics. Laminate and metal, such as wrought iron, are also suitable options and can be combined with glass or stone to enhance other elements or colors in the room they are in.

Whether you prefer a contemporary, transitional, vibrant, oriental or rustic design, shopping online is simple and fun! It’s very easy to browse websites for styles that match your space, and it’s easy to visualize how these pieces will fit in a room while you’re sitting in the area they’ll occupy. If you like upholstered coffee tables and sofa, there are many colors and fabric selections to choose from online. This is especially popular on tables with hinged tops that can double as seating or contain storage areas. High-quality photos are zoomed in to show detail and accurately reflect color, tone, and detail.

The sofa and side tables are known by other names; so try browsing different categories online to find exactly what you want. Also known as consoles, end tables, and even some coffee tables, these convenient and attractive items come in a variety of sizes. Some feature multiple shelves, while others may have pieces that sway and maximize space for everything from books to small televisions, laptops, or computer monitors. This would suggest that multiple pieces would maximize use and enjoyment in your home, and certainly sofas and end tables are seen not only in living and family rooms, but also in kitchens, bedrooms, sunrooms, even in entrances and laundry areas.

Trying to imagine your living space without sofas or end tables is like trying to imagine macaroni without cheese or yin without yang. Shop in pairs and discover the many ways you can enhance your home environment with a convenient location to put your favorite items.