5 Credenzas That Will Serve Double—Nay, Triple!—Duty in Your Home

Credenzas, those longer sideboards or cupboards, are the perfect piece that will transition to pretty much any room in your home. Use it as a media console, to store extra-special crystal and dining ware, or to stash extra linens and random odds and ends—honestly, it can do it all. Here, some of our favorite credenzas to add some personality (and much needed storage) to your home.

This CB2 exclusive features leather doors and drawer pulls, a wood frame, and a white lacquered top and sides. Use it in the living room to hold records and act as more of a media console, in the dining room for serving ware, or in your bedroom as extra storage—the console is your oyster.

Another classic mid-century modern option, this credenza will fit in with a variety of decor styles and is super affordable. It’s also from Novogratz, our favorite affordable and modern furniture line right now.

This color-blocked credenza has a retro-meets-mid-century-modern vibe, and we’re digging it. It features a drawer, two interior shelves, and two sliding doors—plus, you can’t beat that price.

This credenza not only has a fun use of color, but it’s also compact, making it extra perfect for smaller spaces as a focal piece. You can choose either black or gold legs—the black gives it more sophistication, while the gold ups the drama.

For something a little different, consider this budget-friendly find from Urban. The open shelving design lets you display everything from records, books, and plants, or just allows you to keep extra throws and pillows close at hand.