As well as having an understated charm, the George Nelson Tray Table is also a useful little thing.

Just think – you need a side table, an occasional table or a bedside table – well, this Tray Table covers all of that and more. Designed by Nelson back in 1949, the table has a simple adjustable mechanism to fit whatever height you require and with a choice of finish on top of the chrome frame, it should match any room too.

The only downside is the price, £355.68.

Find out more at the Nest website

The old brass carriage clock isn’t what we’d call stylish – but we’re very much taken by its modern-day equivalent, the Mantel Dome from Innermost.

But that’s probably because those modern looks have more than a hint of the past.  We love those space age blown glass curves, that die cast zinc base and stand and the ‘face’ – which has more that a hint of George Nelson about it.

This Cédric Ragot-designed clock has just launched, available in black or white and can be yours for £95.

Find out more at the Design My World website