Cupboard LOVE

NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE SOOTHING POWER OF GOOD STORAGE… GET YOUR LIFE IN ORDER WITH WELL-ORGANISED CABINETS, AND LOTS OF THEM!

- THEA BABINGTON-STITT

OPEN AND SHUT CASE

Open plan is still very popular, but it can cause problems for storage. Rows of built-in cupboards will make the space seem smaller and darker. To avoid this, find a gentle balance between cabinets with doors and open shelving. Consider what the purpose of the units is and what you will need to house in them, as this will dictate the shape and size of the cabinets and shelving.

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

‘Storage is a key consideration for us when designing any interior,’ says designer Emma Sims-Hilditch. Here, a clever mix of built-in storage options provided total flexibility, as the closed cabinetry allows the space to stay uncluttered. ‘The shelving offers a great opportunity to be creative with styling, displaying a variety of artwork, books and ornaments to create character and style in the room,’ adds Emma.

GOOD TO GO