You kept these items on side table :
Lamp or lighting.
Plant or flowers.
Candle or diffuser.
Book.
Picture frame.
Basket or container to hold small, personal items (though I like to keep these in a drawer since my bedside table has that option.)
Side tables offer lots of worthwhile functional and aesthetic benefits for living rooms, especially smaller ones. They provide a convenient surface for everyday items like drinks, books, or lamps, and can also enhance the overall decor of your room.