Accent Furniture

Accent furniture helps finish a room by adding personality, function, and balance. These pieces are often the “in-between” furniture that makes a space feel complete—filling an empty corner, adding a surface where you need one, or bringing in extra storage without redesigning the whole room.

How to Use Accent Furniture

Accent furniture works best when it solves a small problem in your home. Instead of buying a piece just because it looks good, start by deciding what you want the room to do: hold more storage, seat one more person, or create a focal point.

Here are a few easy ways to use accent furniture:

• Add a compact table beside seating for drinks, books, and remotes.
• Use an ottoman to get a footrest and extra seat in one.
• Place a cabinet where clutter collects so the room stays tidy.
• Create a cozy focal point with an electric fireplace in a living room or den.

Accent Furniture for Every Room

Accent furniture can work in almost any room because it’s designed to fit around your main furniture. These pieces are especially useful in smaller homes where each item needs to earn its space.

Living room accents

In the living room, accent furniture often helps with comfort and organization. Ottomans, side tables, TV stands, and electric fireplaces can add storage and structure while keeping the room comfortable for everyday use.

Bedroom accent furniture

Bedroom accent furniture can be as simple as a small chair for a reading corner, a bench at the end of the bed, or a compact cabinet that stores extra linens. In smaller bedrooms, choosing a piece with storage helps reduce the need for extra dressers or bins.

Entryway and hallway pieces

Entryways benefit from accent furniture that keeps the space functional—like benches for shoes, narrow cabinets for drop-zone storage, or small tables that hold keys and mail. These pieces help prevent clutter from spreading into the rest of the home.

Office and multipurpose spaces

In home offices, accent furniture can soften the room and make it more usable. A small chair, compact storage cabinet, or decorative table can add comfort and organization without making the space feel crowded.

Popular Accent Furniture Types

Accent furniture includes a wide mix of pieces, and many can work in more than one room depending on how you use them. Common examples include accent chairs, ottomans, benches, cabinets, and small tables.

Some of the most useful accent furniture pieces include:

• Accent chairs for extra seating and visual balance.
• Ottomans and poufs that act as flexible seating or footrests.
• Accent tables and end tables for everyday surfaces.
• TV stands and entertainment furniture for media storage.
• Electric fireplaces that add ambiance and a focal point.

Shop Accent Furniture at The Brick

The Brick has a wide range of accent furniture and home accents furniture at low prices, with options that suit different rooms, styles, and storage needs. The Brick also provides convenient pickup, delivery and flexible financing options across many collections, making it easier to furnish more than one room at a time.

FAQs About Accent Furniture

What is accent furniture?

Accent furniture refers to pieces that add character to a room while complementing the main décor. It can include chairs, tables, cabinets, benches, TV stands, and more.

What are the most useful accent furniture pieces?

The most useful pieces are the ones that add function: an ottoman that provides extra seating, a small table where you need a surface, or a cabinet that adds storage. Many homes start with one accent piece that solves a daily clutter or comfort problem.

How do you choose accent furniture for a small space?

Choose compact pieces that keep walkways clear and avoid bulky silhouettes. Multifunctional options—like storage ottomans or narrow cabinets—often work best when space is limited.

Should accent furniture match the rest of the room?

Matching isn’t required, but the piece should feel connected through colour, material, or shape. A simple way to keep it cohesive is to repeat one finish (wood tone, metal colour, or fabric texture) already used in the room.