Sideboards & Buffets

Sideboards look best when styled with intention. Follow the rule of three: a lamp at one end, a vase or artwork in the centre, and a stack of books or a sculptural object at the other. Rattan, fluted wood, and grooved panel fronts are trending details that add surface texture without overwhelming a room. If your dining table is a statement piece, opt for a simpler sideboard; if the table is plain, a more characterful sideboard can anchor the space.

Choose a sideboard roughly one-half to two-thirds the length of the wall or table it accompanies — this creates balanced proportions. Standard sideboards range from 120–180 cm wide and 40–50 cm deep. Expect to invest £400–£800 for quality engineered-wood options, or £900–£2,000 for solid hardwood or designer pieces. Felt-lined drawers for cutlery and adjustable shelves behind doors are practical details worth seeking out.