This will work great for pillows and miscellaneous patio items for storage. There is actually a good deal of storage space but not as attractive for a side table as I would have thought. Plus, if you put plants, candles, coasters or an outdoor lamp on it then you have to dismantle what's on the table to access the storage every time you want to open it. Might best be used just as storage off to the side. Overall, however, great quality and easy assembly instructions.