50 Fabulous Credenzas to Up Your Style Factor

Call it what you will — a credenza, sideboard or buffet. It doesn’t matter what room you put it in, it is a stylish addition to the room that is a handy storage spot for all sorts of items. In a dining room, a buffet can hold dinnerware, while in an office or entryway, a credenza can stash papers, books and other necessities. Whatever style of decor you favor, there are lots of great new credenzas to choose from.

For a stately room, this gilded credenza and mirror from ArtMax is a splendid choice.

Bold walls with gold furniture are a striking combination.
Bold walls with gold furniture are a striking combination.

A glitzier, art deco style credenza, also from ArtMax, is great for a modern or luxe interior style.

Such a strong piece is best complemented with more sedate accessories.
Such a strong piece is best complemented with more sedate accessories.

Dark wood and silver come together in an elegant, curved credenza. The dark wood top makes it possible to use silver accessories.

Dark wood and a light colored metal are always a dignified choice.
Dark wood and a light colored metal are always a dignified choice.

Long, tall legs and rich, dark wood make this AVE credenza a truly handsome piece, suitable for a number of occasions in your home,

Sometimes dark wood can have a heavy feel, but the thinner profile and spare legs keep the look light.
Sometimes dark wood can have a heavy feel, but the thinner profile and spare legs keep the look light.

A distressed white wash and circular carvings give this credenza from Bella Rustica a substantial feel. The vibe is more casual but it still works with these structured armchairs.

The palette in this setting is neutral but far from boring.
The palette in this setting is neutral but far from boring.

Another distressed option is the one from Bramble the incorporates some open shelving.

Your choice of accessories will determine how rustic the credenza feels.
Your choice of accessories will determine how rustic the credenza feels.

Classic Home gives you a credenza that has a more traditional feel, thanks to the windowed doors. The piece is still casual because of the distressed paint finish.

Classic home distressed credenza

A bolder choice is this green, mirrored credenza that also features a distressed finish. The casual finish tames the shine that a mirrored front usually has.

This eye-catching buffet is from Bella Rustica.
This eye-catching buffet is from Bella Rustica.

A more refined finish, even when in a natural color, highlights a mirrored front, making the piece more formal. The level of formality can be played up or down through the type of accessories you use.

Bliss produced this mirrored credenza.
Bliss produced this mirrored credenza.

Bobo’s curved vintage credenza has hatch-like doors and a riveted, industrial finish. While this model sports wine racks inside, it would also be perfect for a masculine office.

Bobo curved credenza

Tall and traditional, this credenza has plenty of storage space and doesn’t take up as wide a berth as many others. Accent lines give this piece from Bramble a more straight-laced look.

This substantial piece is taller, which makes it useful for smaller spaces.
This substantial piece is taller, which makes it useful for smaller spaces.

Contemporary and chic, the Arthur credenza from Bungalow 5 has sage green grasscloth doors, accented with large ring pulls.

This piece has a stained interior with European hinges and two adjustable shelves.
This piece has a stained interior with European hinges and two adjustable shelves.

Bungalow 5’s Janak cabinet is similar in style, with four doors and ring pulls, but it has a glamorous edge that evokes old Hollywood. The two central doors that protrude add dimension, as does the nailhead design.

This piece is composed of lacquered grasscloth and wood.
This piece is composed of lacquered grasscloth and wood.

Rustic with a touch of Asian — that’s the best way to describe this credenza from Classic Home that sports curved legs, typical of Asian style. The piece includes some open shelving for display.

Natural, unpainted wood keeps the vibe casual.
Natural, unpainted wood keeps the vibe casual.

Try going for a global aesthetic without the Asian twist with this taller credenza from Classic Home. This one could be formal or casual.

The natural finish is exotic looking.
The natural finish is exotic looking.

Fun and funky — that’s this sideboard from Creative Coop. Made from mango wood and MDF, it has a carved front and large, round ornamental pulls.

Light wood and short legs keep this credenza from being too heavy.
Light wood and short legs keep this credenza from being too heavy.

The perfect black and white piece, this buffet, also from Creative Coop, features a mango wood and bone inlaid surface.

This buffet has nine drawers from ample storage.
This buffet has nine drawers from ample storage.

A leggy model with a zaftig figure from Creative Coop, this sideboard has three large drawers, a distressed white finish, beaded accent lines and ornate pulls.

Old-fashioned and traditional, this sideboard is perfect for a shabby chic style space.
Old-fashioned and traditional, this sideboard is perfect for a shabby chic style space.

Gridded doors and an industrial finish makes this sideboard great for many decor styles. This piece from Dovetail Furniture is casual, cool and really functional

The various tones in the finish are very interesting.
The various tones in the finish are very interesting.

Very wide and taller than most, this credenza is imposing. The look is somehow formal and industrial at the same time, thanks to the detailing and the two finishes.

Essentials for Living makes this credenza.
Essentials for Living makes this credenza.

This Tangier Cabinet by Global Views is Moroccan-inspired. The walnut-finished mango wood is inlaid with brass and topped off with a solid brass frame, top and feet.

The credenza has four doors with European adjustable hinges.
The credenza has four doors with European adjustable hinges.

OK, so maybe this is really a console and not a credenza because it has no storage, but the sliced wood body is too cool to leave out of this collection.  It will be a focal piece for sure.

This console is from Global Views.
This console is from Global Views.

An old-fashioned printer’s cabinet makes a great credenza. This one from Go Home has an eclectic feel and would be great in an office or a family room.

This piece will help express a different and distinctive decorating style.
This piece will help express a different and distinctive decorating style.

Small spaces need stylish storage and this carved credenza from Gold Leaf Design Group is just the size for a more modest room.

This piece will help express a different and distinctive decorating style.
Natural wood is a stylish choice for this cabinet.

A mid-century modern credenza like this is perfect just about anywhere. The textured front adds a twist and the accessories add glamour.

Natural wood is a stylish choice for this cabinet.
Tall tapered legs add elegance.

Contemporary and casual, the natural wood and metal ring design make this credenza from Horizon Home a very versatile piece.

Tall tapered legs add elegance.
Roomy, but not too large, this size works for many spaces in the home

Another smaller credenza is this one from HT&D, which has beautiful carving on the front of each drawer, highlighting the natural wood finish.

Roomy, but not too large, this size works for many spaces in the home,

HT&D’s fun zig-zag finish sideboard is whimsical and would add some pop to a family room, kitchen or bedroom,

HTD zig zag credenza
An interesting bottom edge and white knobs add interest.

Exotic and intricate, Indus Design’s credenza evokes faraway places and would be at home in any global style decor.

A variety of patterns makes this very eye-catching.
A variety of patterns makes this very eye-catching.

All wood, all natural — Jeffan’s credenza is rich and rustic.

The contrast of smooth and textured wood is very attractive.
The contrast of smooth and textured wood is very attractive.

Light and Living has a tall, modern credenza that sits atop a golden metal base, accented with elegant square pulls.

Light and livining tall credenza

Modern and glamorous, a low credenza from M Squared by Michael Moloney has texture, shine and style.

Tall lamps are a great choice for a low credenza, no matter what the style.
Tall lamps are a great choice for a low credenza, no matter what the style.

Small and spare, a mid-century style credenza that is not as long works for an entryway or a small office.

Mid century style credenza

A golden frame and partially mirrored front are a modern and luxe choice for a credenza.

Mirorred credenza furniture design

Simple wood, carved into a textured pattern, makes for a gorgeous piece of furniture.

From Moe's Home Collection.
From Moe’s Home Collection.

A vintage piece reminiscent of an old library catalogue, Moe’s small credenza is casual.

Moes vintage credenza

A similar style is available from Park Hill in a country chic style and larger format.

Park Hill vintage credenza

Noir’s credenza is all wood, accented with molding all the way around the piece.

The Ascona chest comes in a hand-rubbed finish.
The Ascona chest comes in a hand-rubbed finish.

An extra large credenza from Park Hill is perfect for a country kitchen or large family dining room.

Park Hill country credenza

A playful but elegant pattern adorns this modern credenza from Resource Decor.

A metal support frame with legs gives this piece a lighter look.
A metal support frame with legs gives this piece a lighter look.

A curved front, distressed paint, stylish legs and patterned doors all come together for a French antique look in the Ester sideboard by Revelation.

It is made from recycled pine with brass hardware.
It is made from recycled pine with brass hardware.

The Leandrew sideboard, also from Revelation, has sliding iron doors and a natural wood finish.

This piece features six drawers on each side and one shelf in the middle.
This piece features six drawers on each side and one shelf in the middle.

White is always in season when it’s a stylish credenza like this one. Brighten any space with Selamat’s Sydney Mod Pyramids Credenza, which is inspired by Italian 70’s Brutalist architecture and objects.

The credenza is hand-carved wood with a gold steel base.
The credenza is hand-carved wood with a gold steel base.

Prefer a modern style? This modest credenza whispers, doesn’t scream, its geometric elegance.

Sqaured credenza design

Wild and printed, this Steven Shell sideboard is not for shrinking violets.The color palette might be neutral but the piece as a whole is definitely not!

Steven Shell printed credenza

Rich, natural wood is always a good choice, and Urbia’s wood lasted credenza is very versatile.

Urbia wood slat credenza

For those with more understated latest, Worlds Away has the Gabriel credenza. Rosewood surrounds a faceted front made from stunning white lacquer.

Worlds Away white credenza

So many stylish choices — it’s easy to find something that fits your decor. Whatever room you choose to put your credenza in, you’ll find that it is one of the most useful pieces of furniture you own.