Do you appreciate the elegance and sophistication that marble brings to a room? If so, you’re not alone. Designers are now incorporating marble in creative and unexpected ways. For example, cut marble is being used to frame baseboards and door frames, and marble slabs are creating stunning backsplashes that showcase the unique veining patterns found in this beautiful material.
Including marble in your home decor can be expensive, but adding a marble tray is an affordable way to bring elegance to any room.
Trays come in many shapes and sizes. When decorating, don’t feel that you have to use a large tray for it to have an impact. A small, round, white marble tray can instantly become the focal point on a dark wood furniture piece. It becomes an elegant catch-all for everyday personal items, such as keys and eyeglasses, on an entryway table. On the other hand, a larger tray or cutting board is an ideal backdrop for displaying both everyday and decorative items on a large kitchen island.
If you’re new to styling a marble tray, here are some decorating tips to get you started:
- To create a balanced vignette, visualize an egg or oval shape on the surface of your You can even use a piece of string to create the shape of an egg and arrange your items within the boundaries of the string.
- Use similar colors to unify your items or just let your creative juices flow by selecting a few pieces that speak to
- Group items in odd numbers. Odd-numbered groupings create visual interest and tend to help the eye move around the display.
- Vary the heights of the objects on display. Use a stack of books to elevate a small decorative piece.
- Add life to your arrangement by including a potted plant or a vase filled with real or faux flowers and
- Don’t forget to include something quirky or It will give your display character!
In the living room
A coffee table marble tray is perfect for creating a vignette (a collection of items that come together to create a focal point in the room.) It also keeps your living room organized, with a convenient place to store all your remotes. Hint: Be sure to include some space on your tray, so the tray doesn’t look cluttered and so that items are easy to grab.
Kitchen and dining room
Beautiful and functional, marble trays can organize your kitchen counter or become a centerpiece on your kitchen island. You can also place it on your kitchen or dining table, creating a functional centerpiece. Add candlesticks or a vase of flowers along with practical items such as salt and pepper shakers, napkins, and your best flatware.
A marble tray with gold foil accents becomes an elegant platform for a charming kitchen counter display.
The Eclipse Round Marble Cheese Board is the ideal base for a decorative tabletop centerpiece or a countertop vignette.
Coffee station
A marble tray can be a great addition to your coffee station. Use it to hold commonly used items such as sugar, honey, or extra coffee. You can even place your French press and carafe on a larger tray. By arranging everything neatly on the tray, it looks more organized and visually appealing than having appliances placed haphazardly on the countertop.
Home bar or drink station
If you don’t have a bar in your home, you can still create a designated area for cocktail or wine serving. Gather items like stemware, a wine cooler, and barware accessories and place them together. Using a tray with handles as a wine station is a great idea as it is portable, so you can entertain guests in different rooms or even outside on the patio. The Marcella Marble Tray with Leaf Handles looks elegant when serving wine or cocktails.
Bathroom
An area in our homes that can frequently appear disorganized and cluttered is the bathroom. However, you can create a more structured and appealing space by placing items together on a marble tray. When lining objects together on a tray, our eyes perceive them as a single item, making the space look more organized and visually appealing.
Give your bathroom a spa-like aesthetic by placing glass apothecary jars with cotton and other everyday accessories together on a beautiful tray. Place taller items at the back so you easily reach for anything needed. A scented candle creates a relaxed atmosphere.
Decorative elements can add a personal touch to any room, making it feel complete and polished. Even well-designed homes can feel dull and lack personality without hand- picked decor. Styling a lovely marble tray on a table or counter is a simple and enjoyable way to finish off a room.