Sideboards

A sideboard, also referred to as a credenza, is a low storage piece with proportions that emphasize a horizontal line within the space. It offers discreet storage behind doors or drawers, while the top surface serves as a place for lighting, decoration or art. This combination of storage and display contributes to structure and balance in interiors, whether in a living room, dining area or hallway.

Function and form

The main purpose of a sideboard is to offer storage and bring order by collecting and concealing items that would otherwise clutter the room. Its relatively low height frees up the wall space above, making it a natural base for artwork or a mirror. This results in a balance between the horizontal form and a clearer vertical expression on the wall.

In the living room, the sideboard often holds media equipment. Many choose to place a television on top to reduce its visual presence or use the piece for a record player and other devices. It also works well for displaying objects and table lamps and can be adapted to suit your interior style and the room's layout.

Its proportions affect how the space is visually arranged. The long, low shape can unify a wall and guide the room’s orientation or create a soft transition between different zones. In larger spaces, a long model can anchor an entire wall, while a shorter one provides a visual focal point in smaller areas. In this way, the sideboard is both a functional element and a tool for shaping spatial rhythm.

Design and build

The collection at NO GA includes both minimalist systems and more expressive pieces. They are united by a thoughtful approach to construction and a focus on functional versatility.

The CH825 sideboard by Hans J. Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, demonstrates how a seemingly simple wooden form can hide smart sliding doors and advanced storage. The BIT Side Table by Massproductions represents a more pared-down, rational design where proportions and surfaces create a sense of calm.

Modular systems like USM Haller and Montana Selection offer added flexibility. Designed to meet practical needs like cable management and ventilation, they can be tailored in height, depth and length. These perspectives show how a sideboard can range from tailored storage to a striking furniture piece.

Material selection

The choice of materials is central to both character and durability. At NO GA, the focus is on material integrity, including solid woods like oak and walnut, glass, polished steel and natural stone.

A wooden sideboard from brands such as House of Finn Juhl or Naver Collection introduces softer acoustics, where grain and finish become part of the expression. Metal gives an industrial feel, while marble tops offer a refined surface with visual weight. These materials add a cool precision that contrasts well with soft furnishings. Glass pieces, like those from Glas Italia, enhance the light in a room and make the volume appear lighter, which is particularly useful in open interiors.

Combining materials allows for variations in gloss, texture and reflection, which influence how the sideboard connects with or stands apart in a room.