Sideboards / Credenzas

What Is A Sideboard? A sideboard is a large storage furniture unit that is often used in a dining room or kitchen for storing tableware, serving dishes, and other dining and culinary accoutrements. With a sideboard, you'll often find hidden storage within swinging or sliding doors, revealing drawers, shelves, or a combination. Their long, deep, and flat tops are perfect for serving a buffet style meal, displaying treasured objects, or use it as a beverage station. Sideboard designs vary from clean lines and minimal Scandinavian style to bold accents and playfully contemporary forms. With such a range of designs, this versatile storage piece is often used in other rooms of the home. What Is A Credenza? The name credenza comes from the Italian word for trust or confidence. Traditionally, during the Italian renaissance, credenzas were a place where servants would sample food and drink for their wealthy employers to ensure there was no poison. Nowadays, credenzas are a word used interchangeably with sideboards, though some credenzas are longer and lower to the ground. Sideboard or Credenza: How To Choose When it comes to sideboards or credenzas, the first factor to consider is the size of your space. The right size is paramount. From there, consider materials. Add warmth and an organic element with sideboards and credenzas made with oak or walnut. Enjoy a modern element with metal sideboards, like the Grid Sideboard from Kristina Dam Studio. Finally, consider design details––sliding doors or swing doors, shelves or drawers, and other accents––to find just the right sideboard or credenza for your intended need.