Bedside Tables

Designer Bedside Tables and Nightstands

A bedside table may be one of the smaller pieces of bedroom furniture, but its proportions, storage and material have a noticeable effect on how the space around the bed looks and functions.

RB12's collection of designer bedside tables includes contemporary nightstands, floating bedside tables, drawer units and compact storage from Nova Nook, Bolia, Tamo Design, Novamobili and Bonaldo.

The range spans natural oak, walnut, lacquer, marble, leather and contemporary high-gloss finishes, allowing bedside furniture to be selected around both the bed and the wider bedroom scheme.

Modern Bedside Tables

Modern bedside tables tend to combine simple forms with practical storage rather than excessive decorative detail. Drawers keep smaller items out of sight, while open shelving provides easier access to books and other everyday essentials.

The Nova Nook ANSO Nightstand provides both open and closed storage within a clean handle-free design. Its push-to-open system and soft-close mechanism help maintain the minimal appearance of the front.

For a more sculptural option, the Nova Nook LUSH Nightstand uses a curved arch-shaped base and high-gloss finish with a practical soft-close drawer.

Nova Nook Bedside Tables

Nova Nook forms by far the largest part of the current bedside table collection at RB12, with seventeen designs and finishes.

The range includes more traditional freestanding nightstands as well as contemporary floating designs. The Nova Nook TIM Bedside Table is wall mounted, keeping the floor underneath completely clear. Its drawer combines push-to-open and soft-close mechanisms, while a waved front introduces subtle decorative detail.

The Nova Nook ANSO Nightstand offers a more substantial freestanding alternative with open and concealed storage, while the Nova Nook LUSH Nightstand provides a softer curved form.

This breadth makes Nova Nook particularly useful where the bedside furniture needs to respond to different room sizes, finishes and storage requirements.

Floating Bedside Tables

Floating bedside tables mount directly to the wall rather than standing on the floor. This keeps more of the floor visible and can give the bedroom a lighter, more architectural appearance.

The Nova Nook TIM Bedside Table provides concealed drawer storage without introducing legs or a floor-standing base.

The Bolia Luxe Bedside Table offers a distinctly Scandinavian interpretation. Designed by Michael H. Nielsen, Luxe features a herringbone-patterned front and soft-close drawer and is designed to be mounted directly to the wall.

For more detail on the differences between the two formats, see RB12's guide to floating bedside tables vs standard bedside tables.

Freestanding Bedside Tables

Freestanding bedside tables offer greater flexibility because they can be repositioned without removing wall fixings. They also often provide more generous drawer or shelf storage than very compact floating designs.

The Tamo Design Maya Bedside Table combines solid wood with slender black steel legs, giving the furniture a lighter appearance while retaining practical drawer storage.

The Tamo Design Kari Bedside Table is made from solid oak and combines a generous drawer with an open shelf, providing both concealed and immediately accessible storage.

Scandinavian Bedside Tables by Bolia

Bolia offers three bedside tables within the current collection: Luxe, Cana and Daia.

The Bolia Luxe Bedside Table creates a light floating composition with its wall-mounted format and herringbone front.

The Bolia Cana Bedside Table introduces natural timber and woven cane detailing, giving the design a softer Scandinavian character.

The Bolia Daia Bedside Table, designed by Ramos Bassols, takes inspiration from the horizontal lines of 1950s American architecture and is available with either shelf or drawer storage.

Italian Bedside Tables by Novamobili

Novamobili offers two distinctive Italian bedside tables within the current RB12 collection.

The Novamobili Allout Bedside Table uses a compact cylindrical form with a drawer that can be pulled completely from the structure, allowing the internal space to be accessed fully. A small raised edge around the top creates a practical surface for bedside objects.

The Novamobili Norman Bedside Table takes a more luxurious material-led approach, combining timber finishes with optional leather or polished Bianco Carrara marble tops.

Wooden Bedside Tables

Wooden bedside tables introduce natural warmth beside an upholstered or timber bed and are particularly easy to coordinate with contemporary Scandinavian interiors.

The Tamo Design Kari Bedside Table is made from solid oak and is available in natural, dark and ebony oak finishes.

The Tamo Design Maya Bedside Table is also crafted from solid wood and features grooved drawer detailing, while the Nova Nook TIM Bedside Table provides a wall-mounted oak-look alternative.

Bedside Tables with Drawers

Drawer storage is useful where chargers, medicines, glasses and other smaller belongings need to remain close to the bed without cluttering the top.

The Bolia Luxe Bedside Table combines concealed soft-close storage with a floating format, while the Nova Nook LUSH Nightstand places a soft-close drawer within a freestanding sculptural design.

The Tamo Design Kari Bedside Table combines its drawer with open shelving, offering both storage types within the same compact piece.

Bedside Tables for Small Bedrooms

In a smaller bedroom, the width and depth of a bedside table matter as much as its appearance. A narrow table or wall-mounted design can provide useful storage without making movement around the bed difficult.

Floating furniture such as the Nova Nook TIM Bedside Table can make the area feel visually lighter because the floor remains visible underneath.

A compact freestanding design can be equally effective where wall mounting is not appropriate. Always check the actual width and depth rather than assuming that every nightstand is designed for a small bedroom.

How High Should a Bedside Table Be?

A useful starting point is to choose a bedside table with a top that sits around the height of the mattress. This keeps a lamp, glass of water, book or phone within comfortable reach when lying in bed.

Floating bedside tables provide additional flexibility because the mounting height can be selected during installation. Freestanding designs have a fixed height, so compare the product dimensions directly with the finished height of your mattress and bed frame.

How to Choose a Bedside Table

Begin with the available space beside the bed. Measure the width and depth carefully and leave enough room to move comfortably around the furniture.

Next, consider storage. A single drawer may be enough for a minimal bedroom, while a combination of drawers and shelves provides more space for books and everyday items.

Material also changes the character of the room. Timber provides warmth, lacquer can create a cleaner contemporary finish, while marble and leather introduce a more luxurious surface.

For a more detailed buying guide, read How to Choose the Perfect Designer Bedside Table.

Should Bedside Tables Match?

Bedside tables do not have to be identical on both sides of the bed. Using the same design creates symmetry, but different pieces can work well when they share a related height, finish or material.

Matching lamps can also connect two different bedside tables visually, while choosing the same timber family or complementary colours can create balance without making the room completely symmetrical.

Creating a Complete Bedroom

Choose the bedside furniture in relation to the bed rather than in isolation. Browse RB12's designer beds alongside the bedside tables to compare proportions and materials.

A table lamp provides useful local lighting, while wall lighting can leave more of the bedside surface free.

For additional bedroom storage, explore chests of drawers, while a designer mirror can complete a dressing area or introduce additional light into the room.

Shop Designer Bedside Tables Online at RB12

RB12 offers a curated collection of designer bedside tables in the UK, including modern nightstands, wall-mounted bedside tables, natural wood furniture and compact bedside storage from Nova Nook, Bolia, Tamo Design, Novamobili and Bonaldo.

Explore designs including the Nova Nook TIM Bedside Table, Nova Nook ANSO Nightstand, Nova Nook LUSH Nightstand, Bolia Luxe Bedside Table, Bolia Cana Bedside Table, Bolia Daia Bedside Table, Tamo Design Maya Bedside Table, Tamo Design Kari Bedside Table, Novamobili Allout Bedside Table and Novamobili Norman Bedside Table.