How to Style a Sideboard

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home and change things up for the new season. A sideboard is a must have for any home, not only providing storage, but it can elevate your interior space. Simply styling a classic piece of furniture like the sideboard is the perfect way to revamp your living space or dining room. This versatile piece of furniture, can work in any room where storage is needed, from storing toys and board games to crockery and kitchenware. A sideboard makes a statement and styling it in the right way can transform your interior space. 

Types of Sideboards 

Whether you choose a small sideboard for the hallway or a large sideboard for the living room, there are various styles to choose from. A small sideboard often features two doors and is a ideal for glassware or can be used as a drinks cabinet, which would sit perfectly in the kitchen. Choose a wooden sideboard like the Ella with a stylish parquet finish, for a Scandi-inspired feel. Alternatively, discover our chic black mango wood sideboard with brass details like the Rayna for an Art Deco look.  

For a more traditional look opt for a sideboard with shaker style doors like the Bampton available in white and grey. Our new season sideboards finished in taupe include the Morgan with practical bi-fold doors and the Ines featuring beautiful gold half moon handles for a contemporary look.

Create a Focal Point

Think about the entire room and not just the sideboard and consider creating a focal point. The sideboard is a large piece of furniture that will draw the eye immediately so why not create a feature. Hang a classic round mirror or a stylish arch mirror over a sideboard which will add interest to the room and reflect light creating the illusion of more space.

You could also incorporate wall art with family photos or your favourite prints. Hang art or prop it up at the centre of the sideboard. Don’t forget to style either side of the sideboard if there’s space an accent chair or a statement floor lamp could work well. 

Layer Accessories & Proportions  

Create your very own sideboard décor by arranging a vignette of decorative ornaments. There are so many ways to style your piece but take into consideration the look and style of the sideboard you have as well as the rest of the room. Will your sideboard sit below a gallery wall or wall panelling, is there a coloured wool rug that would pop with a few smaller accessories in the same tone. 

Feel free to play with accessories whilst you get creative, use candles on a stylish tray, trinkets in varying heights grouped in threes and one or two stacked vintage books. All these objects can create a beautiful and thoughtful display that shows off your interior personality. If your sideboard storage space is for drinks and glasses, then you could display pretty glassware on top of the sideboard. Why not create a cocktail making station adding an element of fun to your living room or dining room.  

If you prefer a pared-back look, then choose a sideboard in a neutral hue and keep accessories in similar tones to a minimum. Adding a small house plant or vase of spring flowers will instantly lift your sideboard with a touch of natural colour.  

Light Up the Space  

Adding subtle lighting here and there throughout the home is the perfect way to embrace ambience and cosiness. A sideboard is perfect for displaying small table lights. Opt for the Pimlico lamp featuring a fluted champagne coloured glass lamp shade. This elegant table lamp offers a warm glow and is not too stark which is ideal if your sideboard is in the living room.

Alternatively, the Sutton lamp is a statement piece, designed in smoked glass, this lamp gives a more industrial feel to the room. You can also string a few fairy lights along your sideboard plus candles and tea light holders which can also create subtle lighting and create a homely feel. Wall lights either side of your sideboard will highlight your sideboard décor beautifully and add a little drama to the look.  

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