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Interior designer in New York City WHAT: Hammered metal nesting tables WHY: “The taller table provides a purposeful space to store and showcase items, while the lower one is at the ready when I need an additional surface,” says Huh. Place them next to a sofa as a set of side tables, in the entryway as a compact console, or along a bare wall to display flowers or artwork. Bonus: When you’re entertaining, they’ll provide extra surfaces for refreshments.

SLEEK The clean-lined Parsons shape makes this trio of tables easy to incorporate in any room. TO BUY: Astair nesting tables, $200; zgallerie.com.

POLISHED These half-moon tables nestle neatly against the side of a sofa. TO BUY: Marla nesting side table, $289; potterybarn.com.

TRANSPARENT Versatile pieces that practically disappear are a great option for small-space dwellers. TO BUY: Baxton Studio clear 3-piece nesting end table, $115; homedepot.com.

LUXE Arrange this mixed-materials set next to an upholstered side chair for a bit of Hollywood Regency flair. TO BUY: Acrylic nesting tables, $200; pier1.com.

RETRO Place a lamp on the larger surface and use the smaller one as a landing pad for your laptop. TO BUY: The Lexi Collection modern nesting tables, $130; amazon.com.

CONTEMPORARY The chic combination of light wood and white lacquer will elevate a modern space. TO BUY: Beckett nesting tables, $560; luluandgeorgia.com.