4 Sideboards That Turn Storage Into a Statement

Long relegated to the sidelines as practical storage, the sideboard is increasingly taking on a more expressive role in kitchen and dining spaces — and beyond. Rather than simply disappearing against a wall, many modern designs are conceived as focal points in their own right, with proportions, finishes and forms that give them enough visual presence to anchor a room. Below, we round up four pieces ready to do just that.

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AlterEgo by Abimis

A sideboard with a gray and white marble-patterned front stands against a beige wall in a minimally decorated room with a view of greenery outside.

A companion piece to architect Alberto Torsello’s Ego kitchen for Abimis, the AlterEgo sideboard references the same 1950s retro-futuristic style through its rounded corners and stainless-steel frame (either hand orbitally polished or mirror-finished) set on a recessed plinth. Clad in Cipollino marble, the bevelled doors sit flush and are accented by stainless-steel circular handles that are equal parts functional and decorative; natural wood and other stone options are also available for the door fronts.

2

Admira Prestige by Gallotti&Radice

A modern cabinet with a red base and brushed metal doors, one opened to reveal two glass shelves inside, standing against a plain light wall.

Designed by Gallotti&Radice CEO Silvia Gallotti, Admira Prestige combines sculptural geometric lines with a rich materials palette: The solid wood oval base can be finished in one of 10 opaque lacquers and the six-millimetre tempered extralight glass rounded square doors are treated with either aluminum, gold or copper leaf (a brushed ceramic-effect polyester finish is also an option for the doors, as is a version with all elements in the same colour of lacquered glass). The result is one statement-making storage piece.

3

Fluted Mirrored Glass by Cesar

Two metallic sideboards with vertical grooves stand side by side against a white wall; three ceramic vases in blue and red are displayed on top of the right cabinet.

Cesar recently introduced fluted mirrored glass as a material option for its kitchen systems and home elements, including the Unit sideboard — part of a larger collection designed by García Cumini. Tempered at up to 650 degrees, the glass is quickly cooled through air jets, and then a thin silver-based solution is applied to create a reflective effect; a final protective coat is added to ensure durability and impact resistance. The textured material captures and transforms light, creating softly veiled shadows and changing appearance throughout the day.

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The Larder Cupboard by Inglis Hall

Wood-burning stove between a tall wooden cabinet and open wooden shelves holding dishes, bowls, and cups under a slanted wooden ceiling.

Inglis Hall founder Toby Hall originally built this cupboard as tool storage for his Sussex workshop, before reimagining it with designer Jay Osgerby for the latter’s Hampshire barn renovation. It’s now offered as a made-to-order kitchen cabinet. Skillfully hand-constructed from larch, oak or walnut, the monolithic unit features a restrained visual language, with fuss-free door fronts and finely profiled handles that open the cabinet a full 180 degrees. Inside, scalloped rails and peg holes allow the shelving and elegant brass rods to be repositioned at will.

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