There are no set rules when it comes to decorating your living room or bedroom. Many end tables do come in pairs and are designed to be used on either side of a large couch or sofa. However, if you only have room for one end table in your space, that's perfectly fine, according to Kuo. She mentions that while two side tables might be great for someone who values symmetry, but everyone has the space or money to purchase both, and this still looks great.