Curated Finds for Stela | Coffee Table & Sideboard
Based on your brief, I approached these selections with durability and longevity in mind, while still keeping the overall aesthetic refined. The curated pieces work together as a complete scheme rather than individual furniture items. With the terracotta Soderhamn sofa, dark green swivel chair, oak flooring, and vintage dark wood vitrine already in the room, the focus was on introducing richer wood tones to help anchor the space and create a stronger visual connection between old and new.
Rather than introducing delicate surfaces, I focused on softer forms and timber finishes that feel more practical for family life. The overall direction sits between contemporary, mid-century, and Japanese design, balancing clean lines with warmer materials and rounded silhouettes that help the room feel inviting, and most importantly, easy to live with.
The organic shape and softened edges bring a natural sense of flow to the room. It complements the curves of the swivel chair beautifully while creating a softer contrast against the more linear forms of the sofa and sideboard.
This option leans more Japandi, with a simplicity that feels calm and understated. The lower profile and slimmer detailing work particularly well alongside the elevated Soderhamn sofa, creating a nice sense of visual balance without competing for attention.
This feels like a beautiful meeting point between mid-century and Japanese design. The timber adds warmth and depth, while the elevated silhouette keeps the long piece feeling lighter along the wall. It would also create a lovely backdrop for a vinyl player and styling accessories.
A more contemporary direction, but one that still feels warm and inviting. The softened corners and subtle curves connect beautifully with the swivel chair and the silhouette of the sofa. It can also help balance the straighter lines already present in the room.
This was one of the strongest fits for the brief. The darker walnut finish helps ground the room and creates a natural conversation with the vintage vitrine, while the clean lines and elevated frame keep it feeling contemporary. The length also makes it particularly well suited to the wall, allowing the sideboard to become a feature in its own right rather than simply a storage piece.
