Console Tables for Hallways and Entryways
Console tables are well suited to hallways and entryways because their narrow proportions provide a useful surface without requiring the depth of larger furniture. Position one near the entrance for everyday objects, lighting or display, or use a hallway table to give an otherwise empty wall a more defined purpose. Measure both the width and depth of the available space before choosing a table, particularly in narrower passages where maintaining comfortable circulation is important.
Narrow Console Tables for Smaller Spaces
A narrow console table can introduce useful surface space where a deeper table or cabinet would take up too much room. Beyond hallways, console tables can work against living room walls, between architectural features or in other areas where their slim proportions make effective use of available space. If enclosed storage is more important than a narrow surface, explore our Sideboards.
Console Tables Behind the Sofa
A console table can also sit behind a sofa, particularly when the sofa is positioned away from the wall. Sometimes referred to as a sofa table in this setting, it can provide a surface for lighting, books and objects while helping define the transition between different areas of an open living space. Explore our Sofas, Side Tables and Coffee Tables when planning the wider living room setting.
Timber and Oak Console Tables
Timber gives a console table natural variation through its grain, tone and surface character. Huset’s current collection includes oak and darker timber finishes across different lengths and configurations, including designs with drawers for additional storage.
Explore Console Tables at Huset
Explore console and hallway tables online or visit Huset’s Cheltenham showroom in Melbourne to experience selected furniture, materials and finishes. If there is a particular console table you would like to see, contact our team before visiting to confirm its current showroom availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
The terms often describe the same type of furniture. A console table is typically narrow and designed to sit against a wall, while hallway table refers specifically to a console table positioned in a hallway or entryway. This usage is also reflected across Australian furniture retailers.
Measure the available width and depth and allow enough space to move comfortably through the hallway. A narrow console table can provide a useful surface while occupying less floor space than deeper storage furniture.
Yes. A console table can sit behind a sofa, particularly when the sofa is positioned away from a wall. In this position it may also be referred to as a sofa table.
Console tables are generally narrower and primarily provide surface space, although some include drawers. Sideboards are typically deeper and provide more substantial enclosed storage. Huset's existing guidance makes the same distinction.
A hallway table can provide a surface for lighting, a bowl or tray for everyday objects, books, artwork or other objects. Consider the depth and scale of the table so the arrangement doesn't obstruct movement through the space.
Selected furniture can be viewed at Huset's Cheltenham showroom. Contact the Huset team before visiting if there is a particular console table you would like to see.
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