Sideboards, first created in the 18th century, were originally meant for the dining room. However, the very nature of the furniture is such that it could be put to varied uses and as a consequence, modern sideboards are placed in different parts of the house for a range of purposes. It may have been specifically meant for stately homes with large dining rooms but owing to its versatility, it is no surprise that sideboards remain a suitable furniture for luxury spaces in the present day. For instance, large sideboards are now commonly used as TV units, bedroom storage and home bar in addition to several other uses.
Extra large sideboards appear grand and imposing, which is why they are aesthetically suitable for luxury spaces. However, there is more to it than that. Consider a large sideboard made from the finest hardwood like oak or mahogany and carved with intricate patterns. Such a piece will find its pride of place in any luxury space. Additionally, it would offer ample storage and a large surface on top that could also be used for various purposes. Over the past decades, we have helped thousands of our clients choose large sideboards and put them to good use. In this feature, we will look into some of the inventive ways in which you can integrate such a piece into your luxury residence.
Although minimalism is the dominant design trend of this era, grand and imposing pieces of furniture remain just as popular and for good reason. Large sideboards offer a level of flexibility that can enable you to do away with other pieces of furniture and thereby, usher in greater space efficiency in your home.
Our interior design experts have helped incorporate sideboards in the homes of our esteemed clients with great style, panache and an eye for functionalities. They have shared some of their ideas for the purposes of this feature.
The entertainment unit is a hub of activity in your living room and the large sideboard is an excellent choice to serve as such a unit. The flat top of the sideboard makes it perfectly suited for the placement of a television, while the ample storage space will store vital entertainment accessories like gaming consoles and sound systems. However, sideboards are not typically made to serve as TV units, hence, you need to check for an adequate cable management system. You can ask one of our store representatives to get cable holes drilled and turn it into a perfect TV unit.
The hallway may be a space for connecting the different areas of the house but it is also ideal for a statement piece. Visitors are invariably going to pass through the hallway on their way to the rooms and the presence of a large hardwood sideboard would make a striking impression. Imagine an imposing oak sideboard, adorned with intricate patterns, in the hallway. It will fill up the space, offer considerable storage space and enable you to make a statement about your sense of style and preferences. Additionally, you may also use the top to place photographs and artefacts to make it even more interesting.
Interior designers state that a piece of furniture with a flat top surface and storage options below is suitable for use as a home bar. As a consequence, the sideboard is an excellent choice for this purpose. A large sideboard offers considerable space to store your liquor, wine, tumblers, flutes and assorted bar accessories. Consider customisation options to turn a particular shelf in the unit into a wine rack and one of the larger compartments at the bottom could be used to place a small refrigerator or ice maker. We will help you every step of the way in creating a bespoke sideboard home bar.
The first impressions about your residence are made at the doorway and the presence of a large sideboard is going to make a striking impression on your visitors. However, in addition to aesthetics, it would also offer certain highly useful functionalities. You can create a compartment at the bottom which may be used as a spot to store shoes, while the top can be used for placing keys and other accessories which you may need on your way out. Correspondence and deliveries could also be placed on the top. You may also place certain curios on the top to create a zone of interest.
The bedroom is a part of the house which needs ample storage. A large sideboard could be an excellent choice for this purpose since it is a versatile piece of furniture and can enable you to do away with other storage options, thereby opening up more space. For instance, the top of the sideboard can be used to keep a range of items and hence, you would not need a standard-sized centre table for the room. You can use the ample storage to keep your bed linen, pillows, quilts, blankets, items of clothing and other items that are essential to the bedroom. Consider placing a large mirror on the wall behind the sideboard so that it can also double up as a dressing table.
If you are looking to upgrade your home office a sideboard could be the best way to add character and unique functionalities to the space. While the storage options will provide you with considerable space to keep your files, documents, office stationery and other related items securely, a large sideboard in a luxury home office will also lend the space old-world class and sophistication. Additionally, you can use the top of the sideboard to place a printer or fax machine. Lastly, if you like working in a standing position from time to time, you can place your laptop on top of the sideboard and continue with your duties.
If you host a large social gathering then a buffet is a convenient option for your guests. If you have a large sideboard you would not need to worry about buying a special buffet table. The top of the large sideboard is fairly wide and that enables it to act as a convenient spot for a buffet spread. A luxury sideboard made of hardwood would also be stable and resilient, which is another strong point in favour of this function. Place it in the dining room to double up as a buffet table and a storage space for all your dining essentials. Speak to one of our experts about the large sideboards which will be suitably wide to serve as buffet tables.
An elegant display cabinet offers an opportunity to add character and interest to any living space. You can tell compelling stories about your life, interests and hobbies with such displays. A large sideboard is a versatile and elegant choice for display furniture. Consider the option for one with large shelves with glass fronts so that you can display photographs, artefacts, curios and other items of interest. For instance, you can use one of the larger shelves to display your stamp or coin collection. Additionally, you may also place photographs in the display cases to highlight some of the memorable moments from your life.
If your residence is designed in an open-plan fashion, then a sideboard would be a good addition to offer storage and definition to the space. In such a space, it may often be a bit tricky to subtly show the point at which one living area ends and another begins. A large sideboard, with its ample length and width, will be an excellent addition to the space to demarcate two zones in your residence. For instance, place it behind the floating sofa and easily define the spot where the living room ends and the dining area begins. Our interior design experts can provide you with more advice on defining your open-plan luxury space with a large sideboard.
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