As a designer, one of main challenges I hear from my clients is not enough storage and too much clutter in their home. Voiced by city dwellers, empty nesters who are downsizing and families with children – storage is always a concern. I know from my own experience, I am constantly looking to find better ways to store my kid’s toys, books and crafts. Not to mention the constant incoming of letters, binders, artwork and invites from school. Like most people, I want storage to completely functional, but above all – look great! That’s why I LOVE Sideboards. They are multi – functional and can placed in many different areas your home.  From offices, living and dining rooms, sideboards can conceal what you want hidden and display all your pretty décor.

As we are not in our forever home, I also need storage that works in my home and doesn’t break the bank. If I were in my dream home I would do a lot of custom millwork with some tailored free-standing pieces. However, for the renters and people like myself, savvy storage solutions can make a huge difference in a space.

In addition to beautiful design and function ability, I try to support as many Canadian Companies as I possibly can. The companies I have highlighted are Canadian, however, like many other companies in our great land, products are designed here, but manufactured off shore. Check out these stunning sideboards for their clean lines and ultimate storage.

1 | Rove Concept: Erik Sideboard

https://www.roveconcepts.com/kure_erik-sideboard.html

Rove Concepts is a Vancouver based company that specializes in handcrafted mid-century furniture. Since its inception just a few short years ago, it has been featured by many designers and blogs; Goop, house & home and home polish just to name a few. The Erik Sideboard is perfect addition to any modern, mid-century or contemporary home. It has vibrant white eco – friendly doors have no VOCs or Formaldehyde, Large drawers, and solid wood legs.

2 | Mobilia: Eureka

https://mobilia.ca/en/dining-room/accent-furniture/buffets-and-curios/eureka-229776925.html

Founded in Montreal in 1966, Mobilia is a family-run business that was the first retailer to introduce European pieces into Canada. Passionate about quality and style, The Eureka Buffet, lives up to this motto. More than your basic white storage unit - with its detailed doors that add a graphic pop, and internal drawers and shelves for refined storage.

3 | EQ3: Tambour Credenza

https://eq3.com/ca/en/productdetail/living/media--storage/media-storage/tambour-62-credenza.html

I was thrilled to find out that EQ3 was based out of Winnipeg. I guess I hadn’t given it much thought prior to writing this post, but discovered that they manufacture most of their product line up in house. The Tambour Credenza is a new addition to their collection and is reminiscent of traditional roll-top desks made popular in the 19th century – but with a modern twist.  Made of Solid American Ash, the Tambour Credenza is a perfect addition to any modern space.

4 | Structube: Ocean Sideboard

https://www.structube.com/en/ocean-2-door-sideboard-35-19-45?pid=13082

Who doesn’t love Structube? Modern furniture for extremely low prices and locations nation-wide.  The Ocean sideboard has a sleek, minimalist look with a retro modern vibe.  2 sliding doors and internal drawers, perfect for small and large items.

5 | Bouclair: Wood Veneer and Metal Buffet

https://www.bouclair.com/en/24101-Wood-Veener-and-Chrome-Buffet.aspx

I feel like Bouclair isn’t top of mind when it comes to home fashion. I recently reacquainted with the Montreal brand a few years ago, and find myself sourcing from them quite often. The wood veneer and metal buffet has clean lines and deeply grained finish, interior shelves for loads of storage.