A good side table is hard to find. This piece by Yamazaki makes the most out of its bare-bones structure, and is designed to provide a storage space — albeit a small one — on the top as well as at the bottom. By stacking books or magazines below, you provide more support for the objects on top, creating a natural balance with your own possessions.

In a city short on space, efficiency is everything, and Yamazaki's organizational storage products make it easier to do more with less. Over 100 years old, the family-owned business draws inspiration from everyday life in Japan, and designs simple, practical items for homes all over the world.