The perfect sideboard offers much more than mere storage and modern sideboards have been beautifully crafted to incorporate elegance and refinement into this little space saver. Gone are the days when sideboards served solely to store dining-related items and display decor atop them. With the influence of contemporary interior designers and the masterful craftsmanship of expert artisans, luxury sideboard now lend a timeless opulence to any space and include modern features like hidden storage.
Often thought of as bulky pieces of furniture for larger spaces like dining rooms, modern design has made the sideboard a far more versatile piece of furniture, especially as it serves as an element of design with which a style can be embellished, a useful surface and ad-hoc storage. It’s no wonder, then, that luxury designers are recommending finding a small sideboard for compact spaces like spare rooms, offices or bathrooms.
In order to establish whether you need a small sideboard or not, take a look at your space and see if there are any items that don’t belong on display. Chances are, there are plenty! Those items need a home, and what better home for them than a bespoke masterpiece that not only brings regality to your room but also relieves your space from overcrowding?
Compact spaces don’t have to limit your creativity and the way you utilise your space. There are a number of gems to be found in modern designer catalogues that not only offer you much-needed space but also sophistication and style. Modern small sideboards are curated works of art designed to give you more out of your limited space as well as elevate it by adding a touch of refinement. There’s a number of ways to use them, like:
There are several key elements to consider before committing to a specific design style, size and so forth. Choosing the right one for your space depends on a variety of aspects, such as:
Amazingly, we often forget to measure the space we need to get through to get the sideboard where it needs to be. You don’t want to arrive with it and discover it can’t fit through the doors or hallways.
In order to achieve a seamless layout, you need to have ample space to move freely around the sideboard even when the doors or drawers are open. Larger spaces can use the general rule of having 36 inches of space between the sideboard and other furniture, and smaller spaces can have between 18 and 24.
While they come in a wide range of materials, selecting the optimal one for your space is vital.
Your decision should be based on what it will be used for, where it will be situated as well as your storage needs.
Metal sideboards come in an array of designs, shapes, and sizes and add an elegant industrial feel to your space. Their sleek finishes pair effortlessly with contemporary aesthetics, and since they’re lighter than some of the other materials, rearranging your layout is a breeze.
Every furniture piece in your space has a function, and your sideboard is no different.
Have a look below to see which is the ideal choice for your needs.
As the name suggests, these are designed with serving food atop them. They are more similar to servers, except they have a larger and narrower surface. There is still plenty of space to store dishes, utensils, place mats, and many other serving essentials.
Consider how much storage you need from your sideboard, as well as how much space you have available, before settling on one. An important thing to remember is not to be afraid to be unconventional. There are many uses for a sideboard, and each one brings out a different level of sophistication in the piece itself.
While they primarily stand against the wall, have a look at some innovative ways you can dress up your living space while reaping the full benefits of your sideboard storage:
Use it at the foot of your bed—or even at the sides—to add a touch of elegance.
Enjoy it as a TV unit; just ensure its placement is in a comfortable viewing position.
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