Country Living – David Hillegas
Do you enjoy collecting dishes? In a recent Instagram update I mentioned picking up some new blue-and-white pieces. I’ve mostly collected white dishes over the years, with a few colorful mugs and small plates mixed in. There’s something satisfying about a fresh set to style and use.
If your kitchen is large, you may be able to store everything in the cabinets. In a smaller kitchen, though, you’ll likely need overflow storage. You could keep only what you use every day, but many of us enjoy keeping extra favorites for entertaining or special tablescapes. The key is to keep what you truly love and use, and find smart ways to tuck the rest into your home.
If you like setting a pretty table, where do you keep extra serving bowls, platters, and pitchers? Even in a small home there are creative solutions for storing surplus dishes—closed cabinets, freestanding buffets, built-ins, pantries, shelves, and charming china cabinets can all work beautifully.
Below are ideas and images to inspire storage solutions that keep dishes accessible and attractive. Use these suggestions to make the most of your space while preserving a calm, organized look.
Kate Marker Interiors
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Crisp Architects
Lorin Hill Architect
BHG
Yvonne McFadden
Apartment Therapy
The Inspired Room (my dining room)
BHG
Dwellings Design Group
The Inspired Room (rattan shelf in the dining room)
Boston Magazine / Photo by Bob O’Connor
Susan Serra Associates
Hemnes 3 Drawer Cabinet from Ikea
Alyssa Rosenheck + Jennifer Robin Interiors
Elle Decor
Where do you keep extra dishes?
If you’re looking to simplify and organize, consider practical storage that also displays pieces you love. Thoughtfully chosen cabinets, open shelving, or a small buffet can keep items accessible while maintaining a tidy look. Make room for what matters to you by keeping only the pieces you use and enjoy.
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