How to Style Your Home with Jansen Furniture: From Coffee Tables to Cabinets
Great furniture is never just about filling a space — it's about creating a feeling.
The Jansen collection at Brights of Nettlebed is one of the most diverse and beautifully crafted ranges we've ever had the pleasure of stocking. Spanning dining tables and writing desks, lacquered cabinets and inlaid coffee tables, floor lamps and solid brass sculptures, it offers something genuinely extraordinary for every room in the home.
Here's our room-by-room guide to styling the Jansen collection — and making every piece work its hardest for your interior.
The Living Room: Layering Luxury
The living room is where the Jansen collection truly comes into its own, offering a wealth of pieces that can be layered together or used individually as focal points.
Choose Your Coffee Table Carefully
Jansen offers several exceptional coffee tables, each with a distinct character. The Bravo Coffee Table features a stunning inlaid top in Santos, Maple, and Walnut veneers — a warm, sophisticated choice that works beautifully in both traditional and contemporary living rooms. The Stella Coffee Table, with its round mahogany form and maple star inlays, brings a more classical elegance, while The Swirl Pierre Coffee Table, with its flamed mahogany top and gilded legs, adds a distinctly French-inspired glamour.
Whichever you choose, style the surface simply: a curated stack of art books, a small sculptural object, and a single stem in a bud vase is all you need.
Add a Side Table — or Two
The Bravo Side Table and The Pierre Swirl Side Table make ideal companions to a sofa or armchair. Use them in pairs flanking a sofa for a symmetrical, considered look, or place one beside your favourite reading chair as a drinks and lamp table. The Pembrook Burl Side Table, with its elegant drop-leaf design and swivel castors, is particularly versatile — fold it away when not in use, or open it up for entertaining.
Introduce a Statement Sculpture
One of the most distinctive aspects of the Jansen collection is its extraordinary range of solid brass and bronze sculptures. These are not afterthoughts — they are serious decorative objects that bring life, personality, and a sense of the unexpected to any interior.
The Cheetah, cast in solid bronze and available in silver or antique finish, is a breathtaking piece that commands attention on a console table or sideboard. The Pair of Whippets bring an elegant, quintessentially British character to a mantelpiece or bookshelf. The Horse and Majestic Horse statues, cast in solid brass, are timeless symbols of grace and strength that work beautifully in both formal and relaxed settings.
The key to styling sculptures is confidence — give them space to breathe and resist the urge to surround them with too many other objects.
The Dining Room: Making Every Meal an Occasion
The dining room deserves furniture that makes people want to linger long after the meal is finished.
The Moncalvo Centre Table
The Moncalvo Centre Table is a masterpiece of marquetry, combining exotic burl, maple, mahogany, and smoked eucalyptus veneers in a design of remarkable sophistication. Use it as a dining table in a smaller space, or as a centrepiece in a grand entrance hall or drawing room. Its craftsmanship rewards close inspection — the more you look, the more you see.
Storage with Style: The Milano Sideboard
Every dining room needs a sideboard, and The Milano Sideboard is one of the finest in the Jansen range. Its striking geometric maple inlay pattern brings a contemporary edge to a classically proportioned piece, offering generous storage behind an elegant façade. Style the top with a pair of candlesticks, a sculptural object, and a table lamp for a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Le Grand Cabinet
For those with the space to accommodate it, Le Grand Cabinet is a truly spectacular piece. At 267cm wide and 189cm tall, it is a room-defining statement — with ash-veneered cupboards, a central glass display section with discreet LED lighting, and beautifully carved and gilded edging. Use it to display your finest ceramics, glassware, or art objects, lit from within for maximum drama.
The Study or Home Office: Beauty Meets Function
A well-appointed study should inspire creativity and calm in equal measure. Jansen offers two exceptional writing desks that bring genuine artistry to the working day.
The Henry Writing Desk
The Henry Writing Desk, inspired by Art Deco design and crafted in rich walnut veneer with maple inlay, is a piece of quiet, confident elegance. Its two spacious drawers with silver square pulls and nickel-capped tapered legs give it a refined, considered finish. Pair it with a classic leather chair and a good desk lamp, and keep the surface clear to let the desk speak for itself.
The Sophia Writing Desk
The Sophia Writing Desk takes a different approach — burl veneer, a finely tooled leather top, brass handles, and subtle gilded highlights combine to create something that feels genuinely luxurious. Compact enough for a smaller study, it is equally at home in a bedroom or dressing room as a writing and correspondence table.
The Inlaid Spiral Staircase
For a home library or study with high shelving, The Inlaid Spiral Staircase is a remarkable functional sculpture in its own right. Crafted from solid wood with burl veneer and elegantly turned balusters, it is as beautiful as it is practical — a genuine conversation piece that elevates the room simply by being in it.
The Hallway: First Impressions Count
Your hallway sets the tone for your entire home. Choose pieces that make an immediate and lasting impression.
Console Tables
The Sleek Console Table, crafted from solid ash with six slender tapered legs and two practical shelves, is a beautifully understated choice for a hallway. For something with more storage, A Simple Console Table offers a single drawer and two shelves in a compact, versatile form. Style either with a statement mirror above, a pair of lamps, and a single sculptural object.
The Amsterdam Coat Stand
Practical and elegant in equal measure, The Amsterdam Coat Stand is crafted from solid ash with Art Deco-inspired accents, an antique-plated rail, and five brass hooks. It brings genuine style to a space that is often overlooked, and its refined design means it works as well in a grand entrance hall as in a more modest hallway.
The Verona Torchère
Lighting is one of the most powerful tools in interior design, and The Verona Torchère floor lamp is a masterclass in atmospheric illumination. Standing at 191cm with a sculpted mahogany base, gold-toned accents, and an alabaster glass bowl shade, it casts a warm, ambient glow that transforms any space. Use it in a hallway, drawing room, or library for an instant sense of grandeur.
Finishing Touches: Mirrors and Decorative Accents
The finest interiors are defined by their details. Jansen's decorative pieces offer the perfect finishing touches.
The Chinoiserie Mirror
The Chinoiserie Mirror, with its hand-painted surround depicting traditional Chinese landscapes and motifs, is a work of art that also happens to be functional. Hang it above a console table in a hallway, above a fireplace in a drawing room, or as a standalone decorative statement on a feature wall.
The Two Tigers and The Eagle
For those who want to make a bolder statement, The Two Tigers — depicting two tigers grooming in solid brass with an antique or silver finish — and The Eagle, a powerful bronze depiction of an eagle in flight, are extraordinary objects that bring drama, character, and a collector's sensibility to any interior.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I see the full Jansen collection?
The Jansen collection is available to view in person at Brights of Nettlebed, our showroom on the High Street in Nettlebed, Oxfordshire. You can also browse the full collection online.
Can Jansen furniture work in a contemporary home?
Absolutely. Many Jansen pieces — particularly the inlaid coffee tables, the Milano Sideboard, and the writing desks — have a timeless quality that sits beautifully in contemporary interiors. The key is to use them as focal points against a more restrained backdrop.
Do you offer advice on styling Jansen furniture?
Yes. Our team at Brights of Nettlebed are passionate about helping customers find the right pieces for their homes and advising on how to style them within an existing interior scheme. Visit us in the showroom or get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Is Jansen furniture available for delivery?
Yes, we offer delivery on all Jansen pieces. Please contact us for details, including white-glove delivery options for larger items.
Explore the full Jansen collection at Brights of Nettlebed — or visit us in our Nettlebed showroom to experience these extraordinary pieces in person.
