In most homes a dining area is a small space, that’s why storage solutions here should be very smart. The storage is all about smart furniture that provides it. Shelves, credenzas, buffets, storage benches, ottomans and storage units with built-seating solutions – the choice is wide and you may go for any of them or all together! Prefer those solutions that fit your space style and its size and if you can’t find anything – just DIY some! Now have a look at some ideas we’ve prepared for you and get inspired!
Use Your Wall Space
Your wall space should be used for storage – attach various wall solutions to hold everything you need. Opt for open shelving and maybe floating shelves because they don’t look bulky, they provide much storage space and are comfy in using. Besides, floating shelves don’t look bulky, and it means that they won’t make your space smaller. You may easily find lots of units on sale or even DIY them especially for your space. Another, no less cool, idea is floating furniture – not shelves but cabinets and credenzas. A floating credenza can be a nice and non-boring solution for any dining room and you may also attach some cabinets to the wall. Such furniture will hide everything you want and you’ll achieve a clean and decluttered look that usually makes your space feel larger. It’s a great way to add storage but without getting too usual and typical look, get inspired!
Hang an open shelf that matches in over the dining space, it won't look bulky.
Some floating shelves will fit even the smallest nook and won't look bulky.
A small built-in shelf for displaying books and some dishes looks very nice here.
A wall shelving unit with a clesed part perfectly matches the dining set and adds to the decor.
A a French country chic kitchen with ethereal shelves for plate display.
A cozy dining nook with floating shelves over it and cool pendant lamps.
If you have a rustic space, you may go fro stained wooden floating shelves like these ones.
Attach a large and long floating credenza to the wall to use it for storage.
A stylish dining space with a long floating credenza with a wooden countertop.
An ultra-minimalist space with a black dining set and a white floatign credenza with built-in lights.
A floating dining buffet with gilded handles is ideal for a glam dining room.
A white glossy floating credenza with an oversized artwork on it for a chic dining nook.
If you have an open space, go for a long floating credenza like IKEA Kallax to store more.
A floating credenza and additional cabinets take wall space no floor space.
A floating credenza that takes the whole wall space is ideal for storage and declutters the space.
Use Creative Furniture For Storage
Decluttering the space is the best idea to make a small nook look larger, that’s why hidden storage is preferable. When you think of dining space or breakfast nook storage, the first idea that comes to your mind is a bench with storage, and it’s brilliant! A storage bench always works because it can fit any space and those drawers inside will declutter your space. Another great idea is a large storage unit with a built-in bench, it’s a great idea if your space can accommodate one. If you have an awkward nook, you may order or make a proper triangle-shaped buffet for storage. Get more ideas below!
A smart storage unit with a built-in bench with storage is a functional piece for every dining space.
A smart storage unit with a built-in bench is an ideal solution for a small space that requires much storage.
Get a chic upholstered bench with a drawer inside, it's a great idea if you don't need much storage space.
A small corner bench with baskets for storage inside will fit even the tiniest space.
Consider having seating solutions with hidden storage inside to declutter the space.
Take an awkward corner with a cool vintage triangle-shaped buffet.
Low box-shaped shelves can go along all the walls and provide much storage.
A vintage dresser with baskets for storage is ideal for a French farmhouse space.
Use a blank wall for a large storage unit with a built-in bench, it's a great solution.
A duo of large white storage units and a built-in bench between them for decluttering the space.