Subtle yet stylish, rustic woods go a long way toward amping up your space. A simple stain can transform your piece's entire aesthetic, taking your console from basic to above and beyond. Not only that, but wood is a versatile choice for nearly any room in your home. Play up the rural ambiance by stacking your console with chic art and decor in a minimalist color palette, such as white, nude, or brown.

Well, not gold, necessarily, but experiment with an ornate design featuring bold jewel tones and metallic touches. Tuck extra seating inside the cabinets and you'll have an instant entertainment space. A statement console will stand apart from the rest of your furniture and instantly grab guests' attention. Coordinating art and decor on top create a truly eye-catching aesthetic that can stand alone or be echoed throughout the room.

Go the DIY route with distressed wood. Give a basic console table a wear and tear texture by mechanically aging it on your own. You can do this with tools already available at home; add nicks and dents with a hammer, scratch across the surface with screws, scour with sharp tools, and scrub the surface with a wire brush. Experiment until you achieve the appearance you're looking for, then sand, seal, stain, and you have a project to be truly proud of.

A reflective, standout console will attract attention regardless of where you put it. Paired with a matching mirror, you'll have a look that marries the modern with the timeless. Mirrored surfaces are an easy way to create a one-of-a-kind console space, even if that space is just a few feet. Play up the ambiance by selecting mutually mirrored seating and decor, and you'll have a stylish area that guests won't stop talking about.

Contrary to popular belief, your console table doesn't have to be a specific length. When you're dealing with small spaces, sometimes short and sweet is the way to go. Slick designs are available in compact sizes that will squeeze in just about anywhere, giving you the ability to shake things up regardless of square footage. A petite piece is ideal for storing the basics without going overboard, and it's a budget-conscious option suitable for any lifestyle.

Running low on space but craving a console table? It doesn't have to be a stand-alone model. Even those ultra-narrow areas serve up enough room for a mounted design, and you can still score plenty of storage space by choosing one with drawers. Arrange a few decor pieces on top, and you have an instantly chic new addition that's just as functional as its larger, more traditional counterpart. An effective way to incorporate a console into nearly any area of your home, a mounted model delivers major chic vibes.