Luxury Console Tables — Melbourne & Sydney’s Premier Destination for Hallway & Entryway Furniture A console table is the first thing guests see when they walk into your home. It sets the tone for everything beyond the front door — which means it deserves more thought than most Australians give it. Elegant Collections’ console table range brings together marble console tables, gold metal consoles, mirrored designs, French provincial styles and contemporary slim-profile pieces, across a range of widths and heights to suit every entryway, hallway and living space. Each piece is chosen to do two jobs equally well: work as a beautiful standalone piece, and anchor a styled vignette with a mirror, lamp and accessories above it.
Style your console: pair with a statement mirror | add a table lamp | style with vases and ginger jars | add candle holders | add a decorative tray.
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How to Choose the Right Console Table
Width: In a standard 120cm wide hallway, a console 30–40cm deep works well. In a wider entryway or against a living room wall, you can go up to 45cm deep.
Height: Standard Australian console table height is 75–80cm — comfortable for daily use and the correct proportion for a mirror mounted above.
Material: Marble tops are the luxury statement choice — cool, visually rich, and immediately elevating. Metal and glass suit contemporary interiors. Mirrored consoles amplify light in darker hallways. Timber works in Hamptons, coastal and warm-toned spaces.
Finish: Match the frame finish to your existing hardware. Gold consoles suit homes with brass tapware and warm-toned lighting. Black consoles suit dark tapware and contemporary joinery.
The 3-Piece Formula for Styling a Console Table
1. The anchor above — a mirror is the classic choice. It reflects light, adds height and visually doubles the impact of the space. The mirror should be approximately two thirds the width of the console.
2. The central arrangement — work in odd numbers. Three objects at varying heights: a tall vase or ginger jar, a mid-height lamp or candle holder, and a low decorative object or tray. Group them in the centre or slightly off-centre — never symmetrically at each end.
3. The grounding element — a small tray, a stack of faux table books, or a sculptural low object to anchor the arrangement and add visual weight at the base.
Which Mirror Pairs With Which Console Table?
The mirror should be two thirds the width of the console. A 120cm console suits a mirror 75–85cm wide. A 90cm console suits a mirror 55–65cm wide. Hang the mirror so its bottom edge sits 15–20cm above the console surface. Arch mirrors add height in narrow hallways. Round mirrors soften angular spaces. Rectangle mirrors complement longer consoles.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Console Tables
What is the standard height of a console table in Australia?
75–80cm, matching standard desk and dining table height. This allows comfortable access as a daily surface and provides the correct proportion for a mirror mounted above.
What size mirror goes above a console table?
Approximately two thirds the width of the console. For a 120cm console, choose a mirror 75–85cm wide. Hang the mirror so its bottom edge is 15–20cm above the console surface.
How deep should a hallway console table be?
30–40cm for hallways — deep enough for styling and everyday items, not so deep it impedes walking. Against a living room wall, 40–50cm is proportionally better for styling.
What is the difference between a console table and a sideboard?
A console table is narrower (30–45cm deep), has a more open base structure, and is designed primarily as a surface piece. A sideboard is deeper (40–55cm), usually has enclosed storage with doors or drawers, and is designed for dining rooms or living rooms where storage is needed.
Can I use a console table as a TV unit?
Yes — many of our console tables work beautifully as TV units in smaller spaces. Check the width against your TV size and ensure the height is appropriate — typically 40–55cm for comfortable viewing from a lounge.
