A hall or console table gives everyday items a home without asking for much floor space. It can catch keys near the front door, hold a lamp behind a sofa or anchor a mirror on a blank wall. The important part is getting the depth, width and placement right so the table looks intentional and the walkway still works.
Measure the passage, not just the wall
Begin with the narrowest point people walk through. Measure the wall, skirting boards and any door swing, then mark the console depth on the floor. As a general guide, aim to leave at least 90cm of clear walkway space in front of the console so people can move comfortably through the hallway. In busy entrances or homes where more than one person regularly passes through at a time, additional clearance can make the space easier to use.
A table can fit the wall and still feel intrusive if bags, prams or people need to squeeze past it, which is why marking the footprint with painter's tape can be more useful than judging its size from a product photo alone.
OZ Design hall and console tables include timber, metal and glass options in a range of widths and depths. Use the filters to narrow the footprint first, then choose a finish that works with the room.
Think about storage as well as surface space
Most OZ Design console tables feature two drawers, giving you a convenient place to keep smaller everyday items such as keys, mail and other entryway essentials out of sight. Some designs, including selected Root, Plaza and Draper consoles, have a simpler table-style construction without drawers, creating a lighter look when additional storage is not needed.
Think about how you will use the console before choosing between the two. Drawers can help keep a busy entrance organised, while a simple open design may suit a narrow hallway or a space where the console is primarily decorative.
Style the table without creating clutter
Treat the table and wall above it as one arrangement. A mirror can add light to an entry, while wall art brings colour and character.
As a simple sizing rule, choose a mirror or artwork that is around two-thirds the width of the console table and centre it over the furniture below. It does not need to match this proportion exactly, but avoiding a piece that is significantly wider than the console generally creates a more balanced arrangement.
Add a table lamp if there is a nearby power point, then leave some clear surface for the things you actually put down when you come home. One or two larger objects usually look calmer than a row of small pieces.
Since 1979, OZ Design has helped Australians furnish the spaces where daily life happens. A console table is a good example: it may be decorative, but it earns its place when school notes, keys and the post have somewhere to land.
Hall and console table FAQs
How deep should a console table be in a hallway?
Choose a depth that leaves a comfortable, unobstructed path through the narrowest part of the hall. As a general guide, aim for at least 90cm of clear walkway space in front of the console. Mark the table depth on the floor and test the route before buying.
How wide should a console table be compared with the wall?
It should feel balanced without filling the wall edge to edge. Allow visible breathing room at each side and consider the scale of the mirror or artwork above it.
What size mirror or artwork should go above a console table?
As a general styling guide, choose a mirror or artwork around two-thirds the width of your console and centre it above the table. This helps the two pieces read as one balanced arrangement rather than separate elements.
What should I put above a console table?
A mirror, one large artwork or a small group of coordinated pieces can work. Centre the whole arrangement visually and avoid adding so many objects that the surface loses its practical use.
A hall or console table gives everyday items a home without asking for much floor space. It can catch keys near the front door, hold a lamp behind a sofa or anchor a mirror on a blank wall. The important part is getting the depth, width and placement right so the table looks intentional and the walkway still works.
Measure the passage, not just the wall
Begin with the narrowest point people walk through. Measure the wall, skirting boards and any door swing, then mark the console depth on the floor. As a general guide, aim to leave at least 90cm of clear walkway space in front of the console so people can move comfortably through the hallway. In busy entrances or homes where more than one person regularly passes through at a time, additional clearance can make the space easier to use.
A table can fit the wall and still feel intrusive if bags, prams or people need to squeeze past it, which is why marking the footprint with painter's tape can be more useful than judging its size from a product photo alone.
OZ Design hall and console tables include timber, metal and glass options in a range of widths and depths. Use the filters to narrow the footprint first, then choose a finish that works with the room.
Think about storage as well as surface space
Most OZ Design console tables feature two drawers, giving you a convenient place to keep smaller everyday items such as keys, mail and other entryway essentials out of sight. Some designs, including selected Root, Plaza and Draper consoles, have a simpler table-style construction without drawers, creating a lighter look when additional storage is not needed.
Think about how you will use the console before choosing between the two. Drawers can help keep a busy entrance organised, while a simple open design may suit a narrow hallway or a space where the console is primarily decorative.
Style the table without creating clutter
Treat the table and wall above it as one arrangement. A mirror can add light to an entry, while wall art brings colour and character.
As a simple sizing rule, choose a mirror or artwork that is around two-thirds the width of the console table and centre it over the furniture below. It does not need to match this proportion exactly, but avoiding a piece that is significantly wider than the console generally creates a more balanced arrangement.
Add a table lamp if there is a nearby power point, then leave some clear surface for the things you actually put down when you come home. One or two larger objects usually look calmer than a row of small pieces.
Since 1979, OZ Design has helped Australians furnish the spaces where daily life happens. A console table is a good example: it may be decorative, but it earns its place when school notes, keys and the post have somewhere to land.
Hall and console table FAQs
How deep should a console table be in a hallway?
Choose a depth that leaves a comfortable, unobstructed path through the narrowest part of the hall. As a general guide, aim for at least 90cm of clear walkway space in front of the console. Mark the table depth on the floor and test the route before buying.
How wide should a console table be compared with the wall?
It should feel balanced without filling the wall edge to edge. Allow visible breathing room at each side and consider the scale of the mirror or artwork above it.
What size mirror or artwork should go above a console table?
As a general styling guide, choose a mirror or artwork around two-thirds the width of your console and centre it above the table. This helps the two pieces read as one balanced arrangement rather than separate elements.
What should I put above a console table?
A mirror, one large artwork or a small group of coordinated pieces can work. Centre the whole arrangement visually and avoid adding so many objects that the surface loses its practical use.