We got this table in the beige/grey color to use as nightstands since our king bed is on a short wall, could not fit anything wider.  It looks great with our beige tufted headboard.  Pretty easy to put together - follow the directions though or you'll be backtracking.  I don't think I would use it as it is in the picture though to go around a couch. Up close you can tell it is a laminate not solid wood. Depends on your age and how formal your living room is. Would work for a young person :-)