Window sill tables: types, materials, design solutions, shapes and interior examples

Pros and cons

The main advantages and disadvantages.

Significant space savings.

The room acquires a more original and unique look.

Excellent natural lighting, which is especially good when creating a work area.

The battery located under the window opening helps to comfortably warm the feet.

Types of built-in tables

There are several varieties.

Writing

A window sill that turns into a desk is a very practical and necessary solution that allows you to create a comfortable workplace and give the interior space thoughtfulness.

Toilet

An excellent option for a small room, in the arrangement of which, it is necessary to solve several problems at once. This boudoir design not only saves useful space and provides access to natural light, but also forms a rather interesting design.

Computer

This design will also be most appropriate for small spaces. With a little modernization that doesn’t require big financial expenses, you can create a very convenient and functional design.

Desk

When arranging a desk, you can rationally use all the usable area and design the most functional and practical interior item. The space near, above or under the tabletop is often decorated with the necessary cabinets, shelves for books and other accessories.

Transformer

When folded, it takes up a minimum of space, and when unfolded, it can be suitable for accommodating a large company. A transforming table on legs, has extended functionality and various device variations.

The photo shows a compact transforming table flush with the window sill in the kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building.

Dining

Thanks to the huge variety of square, round, oval and other models that easily meet a wide variety of tastes and spatial possibilities, you can get a very cozy dining area.

Folding

Such a window-side folding structure has a lot of useful functions and when folded allows you to save space as much as possible. When choosing a folding model attached to the window sill, take into account the height and shape of the window, the type of radiator and many other nuances.

Bar table

Provides an opportunity to create a cozy place for a pleasant pastime. Bar counters of various configurations, located perpendicularly, in combination with high chairs, will not only create a relaxed atmosphere, but also give the room a stylish and beautiful look.

What are the materials for window sill countertops?

The most popular types of materials used for manufacturing.

Made of wood

Tabletops made of natural solid wood are particularly durable, environmentally friendly, high quality and have a unique natural pattern, allowing you to bring naturalness and style to the interior. Also more accessible and widespread are bases made of MDF and chipboard, which have an unlimited number of color and texture solutions.

Made of artificial stone

Luxurious stone countertops are distinguished not only by their amazing color and high level of attractiveness, but also by their resistance to mechanical impacts and long service life.

PVC

The most budget-friendly option for a foundation. Despite this, structures made of hard and durable plastic can easily withstand heavy loads and create a single composition with the slopes of a plastic window.

The photo shows a children’s room with a white table-window sill, located in a bay window.

Recommendations for choosing a color scheme

Basic tips for choosing a color palette:

• The table-window sill is part of the overall interior composition, so its color scheme should be selected taking into account the shades of large objects in the room, such as a kitchen set, wardrobe, bed or other furniture.
• Also quite often the shade of the table is selected to match the color of the walls or various textiles, such as curtains or carpet.
• In a room in neutral tones, you can create an accent and choose a brighter and more contrasting tabletop.
• The most win-win solution will be a tabletop in a single-color combination with a window frame.

The photo shows a window sill turning into a gray table in the interior of an attic in the country.

Room design with a window sill turning into a table

Design options for a table-window sill in different rooms.

Table-window sill in the kitchen

A window sill turning into a table is the most practical design move for a small kitchen space, which should be used as efficiently as possible.

The photo shows the interior of a small kitchen with a window sill integrated into wooden countertop.

This design allows you to create more work space in the kitchen, for example, this surface can be used to place a sink.

Table built into the window sill of a child’s room

This design will be a good solution for both a teenager’s room and for schoolchild. A windowsill-desk, equipped with a lamp, a well-thought-out storage system, side shelves or bedside tables, will provide the child with a comfortable area for studying with good lighting.

The photo shows a light-colored window sill in the interior of a nursery for two boys.

A table-window sill is also often used in arranging a room for two children. This allows you to use the area more rationally and save useful space.

The photo shows a girl’s room with a window sill turning into a desk equipped with side shelves.

Photo in the living room

In the living room, such a design can be distinguished by its particularly high multifunctionality. The tabletop can be transformed into a work area, a place for hobbies or even a dining area, which is especially convenient when guests arrive.

The photo shows a wooden tabletop with a seamless transition to the window sill in the interior of a small hall.

Examples in the bedroom

The table, as an extension of the window sill, easily becomes a mini-office or dressing table. When placing the tabletop along the entire wall, it can also be decorated with various indoor plants or beautiful decor.

Ideas for the balcony and loggia

When replacing the standard narrow balcony window sill with a wider base, you can create a comfortable place to relax. For a small loggia, it is advisable to choose folding table models.

Photo of a table in an office

With the help of such a design, it is possible to create an unobtrusive design, form a fresh environment and a comfortable working atmosphere.

Shapes and sizes of connected tables

Popular types of shapes and sizes.

Corner

An ideal solution for saving space, allowing you to most profitably realize precious usable area, which is especially appropriate for small spaces.

Wide

Such a table-window sill is not only very convenient and practical, but also undoubtedly becomes an original and noticeable accent of the entire interior.

Semi-circular

With the help of a rounded, soft, streamlined and elegant shape, you can diversify the environment and give it a unique and distinct design. The absence of sharp corners makes the radius design especially attractive for ease of use.

Figured

It is a truly unique and simply excellent interior decoration, which, due to its exquisite appearance, undoubtedly attracts attention and arouses genuine interest.

The photo shows a narrow, figured window sill table with a glossy yellow tabletop in the kitchen interior.

Long

Such designs are distinguished by their laconicism and spaciousness and are an ideal option for decorating a work area.

The photo shows a kitchen interior and a window sill with a balcony door, flowing into a long wooden tabletop.

Letter P

With the help of this ergonomic and compact table, it is possible to implement any idea for decorating the space.

How to design a table-window sill in different interior styles?

The choice of shape, color and material for the tabletop will depend on the stylistic direction. Thanks to the huge variety of models, the table-window sill easily fits into a variety of styles, for example, loft, Provence, minimalism, hi-tech, classic, modernism and many others.

The photo shows a teenager’s room and a bay window decorated with a table flowing into a window sill.