So you’ve decided to decorate your bedroom in the timeless Hamptons style—a smart choice for creating a calm and luxurious retreat. Now you’re looking for the perfect finishing touch: the perfect Hamptons bedside table to suit your home and your needs.
While often overlooked, a bedside table or chest of drawers can either enhance or disrupt the flow of a beautifully styled bedroom. In Hamptons interiors, where balance and elegance are key, choosing the right bedside requires attention to detail.
What to Consider When Choosing a Hamptons Bedside Table
Here are the four key factors to help you make the right choice:
1. Size: Get the Proportions Right
Why size matters:
Too short, and your bedside will look out of place next to your bed. Too bulky, and it will overpower the room.
Measure your space carefully:
- Start with the width of your bed and available space on either side
- Consider the overall room size to ensure balance
- Most importantly, pay attention to height: modern bed ensembles and bedheads are taller than ever, so your bedside should match or slightly exceed the mattress height
2. Material & Finish: Keep It Timeless
Hamptons interiors favour timeless, neutral finishes. Our collection focuses on timber bedside tables in colours and textures that stay stylish year after year.
Popular Hamptons Bedside Finishes:
- Satin White:
Crisp, clean, and endlessly versatile. Our satin white finish brightens any room and pairs beautifully with white bedheads or oak accents. Unlike rustic whites, satin is smooth, easy to clean, and doesn’t lean yellow. - Whitewashed Oak:
Crafted from American Oak, this soft, neutral finish features a subtle whitewash that enhances the wood grain. It offers a warm coastal feel that complements beachside and relaxed interiors.
3. Style & Practicality: Choose What Works for You
Your Hamptons bedside table should suit both your style preferences and lifestyle needs.
Ask Yourself:
- Do you need storage? If so, how much?
- Do you prefer closed drawers, open shelves, or a combination of both?
- What shape or detailing suits the rest of your furniture?
Hamptons Bedside Table Styles to Consider:
▪ Classic Hamptons Style:
Features traditional moulding, turned legs, and detailed craftsmanship.
Try:
- Regency range for elegant trim
- Sophia bedside for timeless appeal
We love the beautiful moulding on our Regency range!
Our Sophia bedside is a classic that will last the test of time.
▪ Modern Hamptons Style:
Simplified silhouettes with clean lines and minimalist design.
Try:
- Elliot or Ella bedside tables—open shelf for books or tech, plus modern drawer storage
- Ascot Bedsides- the geometric moulding is a crowd favourite
▪ Coastal Hamptons Style:
Relaxed finishes, airy frames, and beach-inspired accents.
Try:
- Plantation bedside—pairs perfectly with rattan, white linens, and shutters
▪ Budget-Friendly Hamptons:
Yes, you can still achieve the look on a budget. Our flatpack range makes Hamptons design accessible without sacrificing quality.
4. Functionality: Style Meets Lifestyle
Not all customers want storage—some prefer an open base for styling or a clutter-free vibe. Others need maximum drawers to replace a lack of built-in robes.
Our most popular configuration?
One drawer plus an open shelf. It’s stylish, practical, and perfect for holding books, lamps, or chargers.
Think about what you actually use your bedside for—and choose accordingly.
