Country Living – David Hillegas
Do you enjoy collecting dishes? Recently I added some new blue-and-white pieces to my collection. Over the years I’ve mostly collected white dishes, with a few colorful mugs and small plates mixed in. It’s fun to introduce a new set and see how it changes the look of the table.
If you have a large kitchen, everything may fit neatly into your cabinets. In a smaller kitchen, though, you’ll likely need overflow storage. You could pare down to only everyday items, but many of us prefer to keep pieces we love and use for entertaining. The key is balance: avoid keeping excess items you never use, but hold on to the dishes that bring you joy.
For those who enjoy setting a pretty table, where do you store extra plates, serving bowls, and pitchers? Even in a small home there are creative solutions for tucking them away or displaying them attractively.
This collection of images showcases ideas for closed cabinets, freestanding buffets, built-ins and pantries, open shelving, and charming china cabinets. These options range from hidden storage to decorative displays that make your dishes part of the room’s style.
Kate Marker Interiors
Original source unknown
Crisp Architects
Lorin Hill Architect
BHG
Yvonne McFadden
Apartment Therapy
The Inspired Room (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 for motivation to simplify and organize, consider the idea of keeping only what you love and use. Making room for those items that bring you joy helps create a home that reflects your priorities and style.
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