Media Wall Shelves & Other Vital Space-Saving Solutions

12 Jun 2023

History is full of fantastic words we no longer use. “Scurryfunging” – quickly tidying the house before a guest arrives – is a strong one. Of course, we don’t shove paperwork in kitchen drawers and hide our blender in the shower to make guests think our kitchens are perfect. They are perfect.

In case you have a *friend* who needs help, though, minimalism lowers the stress. But who wants to be an ardent minimalist? Is life even worth living if we can’t enjoy little pleasures like letter knives, water ovens and cheese boards? We're not Bear Grylls!

Aren’t there space-saving solutions we can use instead? Fortunately, yes. Space-saving furniture can help you achieve domestic perfection without the inconvenience. Wall wine racks, interior architecture and media wall shelves – no matter your needs, space-efficient furniture can help. Allow us to run you through your options.

Wall Shelf Units

Ask two people to furnish the same room with identical items and you’ll notice:

• One person’s will look like a show home
• The other’s will resemble a Tracy Emmin exhibition

It’s all about the power of perception. Stack your stuff randomly and the room will look sloppy. Stage your mess as décor, on the other hand, and visitors will perceive it as part of a well-organised room.

Don’t worry if you lack artistic talent. The right space-saving furniture will do most of the heavy lifting. Both attractive and robust, Sigma 3 open shelving, for instance, turns clutter into decoration.

Available in any size between 930mm and 2,750mm wide, and 140mm and 2,020mm deep, these bespoke shelves enable you to transform any inglenook or cubbyhole into an attractive storage feature. What’s more, available in Portland Oak and Tuscan Walnut, they can complement both bright and dark rooms.

"At Sigma 3, we recognise that well-positioned shelves can add well-needed storage to a room without adding an air of clutter."

Shelving is a fantastic solution because it’s so versatile. Using it, you can fill an alcove with a wall wine rack or decorate an open span of wall with a media wall with shelves.

Bi-Fold Kitchen Doors

Some corners don’t seem suitable for space-saving solutions because of their proximity to walkways and furniture. However, carefully chosen storage units can maximise the utility of any space.

At Sigma 3, we now offer bi-fold kitchen cabinet doors for lots of cabinet sizes. Equal parts beautiful and functional, these folding kitchen doors can help you get creative with storage choices.

"Kitchen designers deploy an inventory of space-utilisation tricks every day. Bi-fold doors are a solid option. The smaller footprint they give a cupboard allows for more storage in places that usually don’t contain any, making it easier to achieve a minimalist look in the room."

Designed to fold like wings, these doors stop you having to worry about your cabinet doors hitting one another or projecting into walkways. Not only are they convenient; these space-saving doors are also available in our full range of colours, from claret red to powder blue.

Laundry Room Storage

Often treat like a dirty secret, but just as critical as other space-saving furniture, laundry cupboards are often messy simply because they tend to be made up of two large compartments.

You can, however, make yours considerably more functional with a partitioning divider. Created with chores in mind, Sigma 3 utility cupboard dividers can help you better organise and access your cleaning supplies.

These dividers, which are available in Portland Oak or Tuscan Walnut, offer a tall compartment for hanging ironing boards and smaller holes for laundry room cleaning supplies and other tools. Altogether, they’re compatible with our 500mm and 600mm larder units, ideal for most utility rooms.

"Our customers tell us having a utility cupboard divider installed in their laundry room cabinet has made chores much easier for them and, in some cases, their hired help. It saves load of time and helps them relax, knowing their supplies are easy to access."

Adding Space-Saving Furniture to Your Kitchen

It’s easier to bake space-saving solutions into your kitchen design than it is to add them as an afterthought. Want to ensure you get it right first time? Why not work with an expert designer who’s used to creating dream kitchens every day?

If you need help planning your remodel, start by finding your nearest showroom to book a consultation and we’ll handle the rest. Or, if you just want more inspiration for now, become a Sigma 3 Insider for free. As a subscriber, you’ll get monthly design tips and lifestyle guides you can’t get anywhere else.

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