A sleek brass style surround creates an open look that gives this end table its contemporary appeal. Welcoming in any space, it offers not one but two surfaces that will surely prove invaluable in a busy household space. Top it with your favourite vase and style a stack of books on the base.

A smooth, transparent glass top meets its match with a grey faux shagreen base — both surfaces are rich in interest but serve as each other’s opposites. This cool juxtaposition in texture makes the piece perfect for modern design schemes.