Console in the hallway - 70 photos of stylish models and new items in the interior

When arranging a room, a variety of interior items can be used. Some products perform specific functions, while others can only be used for decoration. An interesting option for use is a furniture console, which is used quite rarely, although it is universal and attractive.

Purpose

Consoles are considered undervalued furniture, as they are used in the process of decorating rooms quite rarely. They combine high functionality with good decorativeness. A furniture console is a small table that is placed against the wall or fixed to various vertical surfaces.

There are many different types and shapes of consoles. They can be created from various materials, and are also installed in different areas of the room. They can be equipped with supports or fixed to the wall of the room. Their height can be any, so there is a suitable option for both those who love low furniture and those who are comfortable using tall structures. The width of the console is usually small; some models do not exceed 20 cm.

The main features of such furniture include:

• Almost always the furniture console is located near the wall;
• Its main purpose is to decorate the room, but models of sufficient width can be equipped with drawers, which increases the functionality of the product;
• Most often, various figurines, vases or table lighting fixtures are installed on it.

The console is often used as a stand for storing small items. Standardly, it has the following dimensions:

• Height varies from 80 to 110 cm;
• The depth does not exceed 40 cm, so it will not be possible to use it as a full-fledged table;
• The width also does not exceed 50 cm.

The structure is installed next to sofas or beds, which allows you to use them as a bedside table for placing a watch, glasses or book. It consists of a table top and a certain support, and the support can be represented not only by legs, but also by a column. Some models are fixed to the wall, so they do not have a supporting element.

Consoles are suitable for installation in different rooms, so they are often found in bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens or corridors. For small rooms, the best option is a wall structure that does not take up much space.

Choosing the color of the console in the hallway

When choosing a console, you need to pay close attention to its color design. The color of the console should not differ from the general concept, but there are still some nuances that are worth paying attention to.

As a rule, you should not use dark shades for small rooms. In general, light colors are optimal for a small hallway, as well as various glossy surfaces: glass, stone, varnished wood.

In order to focus attention on the console, choose a bright color, or one that contrasts with the general background. Such a console somehow visually dominates the hallway and is its central element.

Natural color remains relevant: a console made of wood will always be in place and, as a rule, will fit perfectly into a classic or retro style.

The choice of color deserves special attention if a hanging console is installed in the hallway. The key here is the background color. If you need to highlight the console as an element, then contrast is necessary, otherwise you need to choose a color shade that merges with the space of the room.

Varieties

Furniture consoles come in different types. Depending on the scope of application, they can be decorative or functional. The main purpose of decorative products is to decorate the room. They can be installed in a corner or niche, filling empty space. The main advantages of this product include its compactness. You can decorate niches, partitions or small hallways. Small vases, figurines or even lamps are installed on the tabletop. A mirror or picture is usually attached above it. Often, a beautiful console acts as a disguise for a heating radiator, which can significantly improve the appearance of the room.

Functional products are designed to install various objects. Most often they are located next to the bed, armchairs or sofa. You can put books, glasses, watches or other small items on them. The width of such a model is selected depending on which elements are planned to be periodically stored on it. Functional consoles are usually equipped with different drawers or additional stands, making them more versatile and convenient

Consoles may also differ in design, mounting method and installation location. Each type has its own characteristics.

Some consoles are sold as a set with other furniture, for example, they can be included in a set with a sofa, bed or chair. Most often, people prefer to buy a narrow design, as it does not take up much space and performs all the necessary functions.

Pristavnaya

Freestanding

Wall-mounted

Transformer

Corner

Application in the interior

Tables are classified depending on the purpose of use and are divided into decorative and functional furniture designs.

An unusual solution - a glass console

Narrow table for placing various small items in the hallway

Decorative consoles in the interior

These tables are preferably used to fill voids, but the main advantage of such a table is its compactness. A console can be used to decorate a small corridor, niche, or wall. Lamps and vases, photo frames, candlesticks and figurines are placed on it, and mirrors are often hung above the console; large floor vases can be placed nearby.

In the course of small machinations, the table becomes an object of art and is endowed with the ability to transform any area. Decorative tables are most often used to disguise radiators.

Functional tables

• If we are talking about the bedroom, the product will be appreciated as a place to store cosmetics or for reading.

• In the living room, consoles are most often placed near the sofa - on the side or back.

Antique console made of natural wood

Spacious living room with eclectic design

Wooden carved table in the living room behind the sofa

• Console tables can be used to furnish the TV area. The table is wide enough for a TV.

• In the hallway you can place the console in almost any corner, making the entrance area more comfortable.

• If the kitchen is small, you can transform a small console into a bar counter, giving the space the proper style direction.

If you decide to buy a console specifically for the living room, then the modern furniture market offers you a large number of options for all occasions. Having considered the basic design ideas for yourself, you will be able to cope with any task and get a cozy and comfortable interior.

A mirrored cabinet in the living room will help visually expand the boundaries of the room

Manufacturing materials and decor

To create a furniture console, different materials are used, and the appearance of the product depends on their choice. The most popular designs are:

• Glass, giving any interior lightness and sophistication, and tempered glass is used to create furniture, which can withstand high loads and even strong impacts;
• Wooden, environmentally friendly and well suited for country style. They can be painted in different shades, but the most popular are models coated with transparent varnish;
• Consoles made of chipboard have an affordable price, so they are often chosen for standard interiors, although they do not have a very attractive appearance and are of low quality;
• Plastic products are available in a variety of shades, but do not look very solid or luxurious. Scratches easily remain on their surface, which are quite difficult to get rid of without professional sanding;
• MDF consoles are considered common, high-quality, beautiful and durable, and products can be created from this material in different styles and colors;
• Metal structures fit well into the high-tech style. For decoration, artistic forging is sometimes used, which allows you to get a truly unique decoration for any interior.

Some manufacturers combine different materials in the process of creating such a product, which makes it possible to obtain truly unusual and interesting models. Additionally, the console can be decorated with various decorative elements. Photos of various models are presented below. The most commonly used options for decoration are:

• The use of inserts made of glass or various precious metals;
• Equipped with a mirror attached to the wall of the room directly above the console;
• Coloring the product in different unique shades;
• Veneering of the structure;
• The use of painting, which can be created even with your own hands;
• The use of natural stone on the tabletop or legs of the product;
• The edge is decorated with decorative carvings.

Products with an unusual tabletop shape look quite interesting. It can be not only rectangular or square, but also oval, round or shaped.

Plastic

Glass

Tree

Chipboard

MDF

Metal

History, description

The word console translated from French means “support”, “bracket”. This is the name for a narrow table - free-standing or attached to the wall. The idea came from architecture - at first the structure was wall-mounted, semicircular, cornices, balconies, shelves, statues, vases, and other protruding parts rested on it, and the shape of its legs was curved, with curls.

In modern times, this is a separate piece of furniture, something like a mantelpiece, on which almost anything can be placed - vases or souvenirs, boxes of jewelry or indoor plants, family photos or postcards, a floor lamp or a flat-screen TV.

Popular styles

The furniture console, like many other interior items, is available in different styles. This allows you to purchase a model that fits perfectly into a certain color scheme and design style.

The most popular styles are:

• Minimalism – consoles in this style have simple shapes and monochromatic colors. They are not equipped with numerous decorative elements, and are often completely transparent. They can be used to install a table lamp and small equipment. Mirror designs are considered a good choice;
• Classic - when using this style, preference is given to symmetrical interior items. Consoles are usually installed near the wall of the room. It is desirable that they be equipped with exquisite decor that goes well with antique furniture and expensive decoration. Usually they are used exclusively as decoration, so they can only be mounted on a small figurine or other fragile souvenir;
• High-tech - used by modern people who keep up with the times. They want to buy only innovative and modern products and equipment for their houses and apartments. If the choice is this style, then it is advisable to buy consoles made of metal or plastic. Typically, such consoles are equipped with drawers and additional compartments for storing various items.

Thus, furniture consoles are represented by compact structures, attached or mounted on the wall. They are suitable for different rooms. Can be used as a universal interior item. There are mobile C-shaped or L-shaped options that complement upholstered and cabinet furniture. Consoles are made from different materials and can be used in completely different styles. They are considered an ideal solution for functional or decorative filling of various niches or spaces not used for any purpose.

Do-it-yourself console table manufacturing technology

The easiest way to create a console is to use an old table. To do this, the structure is sawn in half, cleaned with sandpaper, and then painted and decorated.

It is possible to make a wooden console table yourself

Other available materials are also suitable for making the product:

• pipes (for industrial-style interiors);
• old narrow windows, sections of door structures or sashes from an old cabinet (vintage design direction);
• slabs and logs (interiors in loft and new age styles);
• balusters or curly legs from dining tables (for rooms in a classic style).

As decoration they use fabric, furniture fittings, pieces of glass, mirrors, ceramics or stone, wire, rhinestones, mosaics, various painting techniques, stucco elements that can be purchased ready-made in the store, and much more. When creating a console by hand, the design options are endless, and it all depends on your imagination and the chosen style.

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Design features of consoles

The console in the living room interior has an attractive appearance, but it is worth distinguishing between such products by design. A typical console has two basic elements - a support and a tabletop. They are different in modernist and classic models.

Stylish console with mirrored leg

• In the classical style direction, the furniture has a rich variety of decorative elements: mosaic laying, painting, natural stone on the legs and tabletop. The edge is not complete without decoration - it is equipped with special decorative carvings.

• Modern products are aimed at restraint, conciseness and functionality. Many of the models are equipped with drawers located under the countertop, and can also have a full-fledged cabinet instead of small knives. Often, when we are talking about such an element as transom consoles for the living room, a small tabletop can turn into a full-fledged dining table.

Thus, going into antiquity and paying tribute to modernity, it is worth noting the wide variety of designs that are ready to delight you with beautiful details.