June 18, 2025

Coffee Table Styling Tips for Small Living Rooms

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Coffee Table Styling Ideas For The Earthy Aesthetic

Hi friend, let’s talk coffee table styling, one of the easiest ways to add personality and warmth to your living room without needing a full makeover. I recently found the perfect round coffee table that looks like concrete but isn’t heavy at all. It’s not wood, which gives it that modern earthy vibe I love, and it’s on sale right now too. Bonus, it fits perfectly in our smaller living space here in Florida.

If you’ve got a cozy living room like we do, and you’re not sure how to decorate a round coffee table without making it feel cluttered, here are five easy styling tips to make it feel elevated but still functional.

Concrete Round Coffee Table / Decor Book 1 / Decor Book 2

Earthy Round Coffee Table Finds

Looking to style a smaller space without sacrificing aesthetic? These earthy round coffee table finds are perfect for cozy living rooms. With soft curves, natural textures, and a grounded vibe, each one adds a touch of organic charm while still being functional. Whether you love concrete, rattan, or warm-toned finishes, these picks bring effortless style to your space without feeling bulky.

1. Stack Decor Books

Start with a few pretty coffee table books stacked in the center or off to the side. Choose ones that reflect your style, think design, travel, food or even faith-based reads. They instantly ground the space and double as conversation starters. To stay neutral, find books in earth tones, sands, beige, green, browns and blue hues.

2. Add a Small Tray

A round tray works great on a round coffee table. It helps corral smaller items like candles, remotes or matches and keeps things looking intentional. Go for a woven texture or a ceramic tray to bring in an organic touch.

3. Include a Pop of Greenery

A small plant or faux greenery brings life to the table. I love using a tiny potted fern or eucalyptus in a neutral vessel. It softens the surface and ties in that cozy Florida feel I’m always going for.

4. Mix Heights and Textures

Play around with different heights. Think a candle, a low stack of books and a taller vase or object. This keeps the table visually interesting and not flat. Texture helps too, mix ceramic, glass and natural elements.

5. Leave Room to Breathe

Don’t overcrowd it. I like to keep one area of the table open, especially in a smaller space. It makes the room feel more open and gives you room for a coffee mug or snack when you’re lounging.

My round coffee table has truly become a favorite in our home. It’s simple but has so much style and works perfectly in small spaces like ours. If you’re looking for something with that concrete stone look and not bulky wood, this is it.

Want more home styling ideas?

Check out more blog posts where I share how we’re making our Florida home both pretty and purposeful, without overcomplicating it. Check out Custom Curtains For Your Living Room by TheHues or Florida Living Room Decorating Ideas, Living Room Reveal.

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