Accentuate the Positive

Even if you have a great seating area that you and your family enjoy using, what do you do if guests show up unexpectedly? Will you have enough seating or serving space to accommodate everyone?

Accent furniture fills these needs beautifully. Many pieces are dual purpose or can be stored out of the way when not in use.

The Allen and Roth side tables from Lowes can be pulled out as side or serving tables when entertaining and slide underneath one another when not in use.

For those who want to show a more colorful side, the metal drum tables from Cost Plus do double duty as side tables or extra seating, and at $59 they're wallet friendly as well.

The mosaic table below from Pier 1 Imports adds a splash of summer color to any outdoor space and is small enough use as a side table, yet large enough to set out a few serving dishes when entertaining.