Properly executed, coffee tables can make any room appear polished and cohesive, yet it can be easy to get overwhelmed and end up with an unorganized table full of things that don’t quite belong. To help you avoid such mishaps, we teamed up with design pros who shared their best tips for organizing furniture so it looks chic and curated.

Be it large or small, starting with an empty slate is the key to creating an organized coffee table surface. Sort through all of the items on your table to identify which are functional and essential before taking steps to remove any that don’t belong there – like placing remotes away into stylish boxes when not being used, stacking books into decorative baskets and clearing away miscellaneous objects that have amassed on it.

After clearing away any clutter, take note of the shape of your coffee table and use geometric forms when layering new decor items. On round tables, placing three objects in an equilateral triangle formation works well to create a balanced and purposeful appearance; when styling square tables consider dividing each quadrant with different items such as stacks of books, plants, trays or bowls for instant polish and intentionality! With these simple styling tricks your coffee table will instantly look more polished and intentional!

Enhance your coffee table’s look by including decorative objects that convey personal stories or reflect your style, such as vintage travel souvenirs, sculptural vases or coasters that add texture and dimension. Such details will draw the eye towards your vignette and draw visitors inside.

Make sure you add texture to your coffee table to add visual interest, whether that means switching out magazines for coffee table books with topics you care about or adding decorative accessories that serve double duty! Books not only add visual interest, but they’re great reference tools when hosting guests!

Don’t be afraid to add seasonal elements into your vignette – fresh tulips and seashells add brightness for spring, while adding in a basket or gourd in autumn adds festive charm. Whatever style suits you best, these simple tips will help organize and beautify your coffee table quickly – keeping it looking streamlined, organized and beautiful year round.