A client brought these light-hearted bedside tables to my attention.

Frankly, I was taken aback at first glance.  Then, they started growing on me.  For starters, there are other options besides the featured white oak, which would look fab in a Boho chic interior (which my client’s is not).  A brown wenge would look quite handsome with the existing copper-metal base and drawer pulls.  But you could also have the brown wenge with a more antique slate finish on the metals.

Made by Italian furniture maker Cantori, the City table is simple, modern, sturdy and has enough space on the top for at least a lamp, a clock, and a book – the bare essentials for a good night sleep.