Side table STAX round glass and black magazine rack SOCADIS

The Side table STAX round glass and black magazine rack SOCADIS is a compact accent piece designed to bring order and lightness to the living room. Its circular clear-glass top creates an airy surface where a drink, a small lamp or your current book remain in full view, while the black metal base introduces a strong graphic note. Under the top, an angular X-shaped magazine rack keeps newspapers and magazines neatly gathered, freeing the glass surface from clutter. Placed beside a sofa, between two armchairs or next to a reading chair, this side table instantly turns an unused corner into a functional spot. Its modest footprint allows easy repositioning as your layout evolves, following the movement of an armchair or the addition of a floor lamp. With its transparent top and compact shape, it suits both generous living rooms and smaller city spaces where every centimetre must be used intelligently.

Visual character and design

The STAX side table is defined by the interplay between its airy round glass top and its bold black metal base. The clear glass disc appears almost weightless, outlining a perfect circle that contrasts with the sharply angled structure underneath. Beneath the top, two intersecting metal panels form an X-shaped magazine rack, creating open V-shaped pockets where reading material can be slipped in. This geometric base anchors the piece visually, giving the table presence without heaviness. The black finish frames the transparency of the glass, highlighting anything placed on the surface and drawing the eye to the clean outline of the top. Proportions are carefully balanced: the height keeps drinks within easy reach from a sofa, while the diameter remains modest, so the table fits comfortably beside seating without dominating the room.

Why this side table stands out

• Round clear-glass top introduces visual lightness, letting flooring and rug patterns remain visible around the seating area for an uncluttered look.
• Integrated X-shaped black metal magazine rack under the top gathers newspapers and magazines while preserving the entire upper surface for essentials.
• Compact footprint slips easily beside sofas, armchairs or daybeds, ideal for apartments, studios or multifunctional living spaces with limited room.
• Strong contrast between transparent glass and graphic black frame creates a modern focal point without overwhelming existing furniture or colour schemes.
• Comfortable height keeps drinks, remotes and a small lamp within reach from the sofa, transforming a simple corner into a practical, welcoming spot.

Where to place it at home

The STAX side table adapts easily to different living room layouts thanks to its small diameter and open design. Position it just forward of a sofa armrest so the glass top is easy to reach, while leaving enough walking space along circulation paths. Between two armchairs, it naturally becomes a shared surface for drinks or a small lamp, with the X-shaped rack storing reading for both sides. In a compact living area, let it serve as a bridge between the lounge and a reading nook, sliding next to a single armchair beneath a floor lamp. For more pairing ideas, browse our range of modern side tables for living rooms. It can also work in a bedroom corner with an accent chair, or in a home office where the magazine rack holds notebooks and catalogues within easy reach.

Maintaining long-term visual harmony

To build lasting decorative coherence around the STAX side table, start with its two key elements: clear glass and black metal. Combine it with seating in soft neutrals like grey, sand or off-white, letting the black base act as a graphic accent linking lamps, frames and other dark details. The transparent top gives you freedom to change objects over time: alternate between a coloured vase, a sculptural candleholder or a minimalist tray without visually overloading the area. Because the design is clean and unfussy, it transitions easily from the living room to a study or guest room if you rearrange furniture later. Pair it with additional black metal pieces and warm textures such as a wool rug or wooden console, so the contrast between sleek frame and cosy materials continues to feel balanced year after year.