Showcases for the living room: varieties, choices, examples

Beautiful tableware displayed in a glass showcase is an integral part of a classic interior. Those who prefer a modern style often refuse such furniture, and in vain. Models with contemporary design and lighting can decorate any living room. We will talk about the types of display cases for dishes and the nuances of choice in the article.

A crockery showcase is a structure, to a greater or lesser extent, consisting of glass. Such items can often be found in stores. They are intended to showcase products to customers. Home versions are more sophisticated. They not only allow showing guests beautiful sets and glasses, but they themselves are decoration of the interior.

Today, in addition to tableware, furniture of this type displays beautiful vases, bottles of expensive wine, souvenirs and other decor. Thanks to glass, objects are pleasing to the eye, but at the same time remain protected from dust and accidental drops.

Several characteristic features of shop windows can be distinguished.

• The transparent doors of the product make the contents easy to see. Some models have glazing and side surfaces.
• The back wall of the structure is usually mirrored. This makes the product visually bulkier and lighter.
• The shelves of such a piece of furniture are usually made of glass. Therefore, it is not recommended to use the display case for placing heavy items.

The design options and materials used are varied. The forms of the shop windows also differ. Let's consider the types of such constructions in more detail.

This is the most popular option, suitable for any interior. The one-door model is a narrow pencil case with a glass front surface. Sometimes the sides are also made transparent. Often, narrow models are bought in pairs. A wide cabinet can have two or even three doors. Such a model can accommodate a large number of items. Usually it is put separately as an independent element of the situation.

Such furniture is often used in vintage interiors. The upper part of the body is made of glass. The bottom is opaque. These can be doors that hide shelves or pull-out drawers. This allows you to store inside not only dishes, but also bulk products, lids and other small kitchen utensils.

A low cabinet-display cabinet can be an excellent solution if you do not want to clutter up the space with a large cabinet. Such a chest of drawers can also combine glass and closed compartments. Vases with flowers, framed photos and other decor can be placed on the curbstone. The space above the furniture remains free, which allows you to hang a picture, mirror or lamp on the wall.

The hanging model is another option for the spectacular design of a small service, a collection of exclusive plates or luxurious crystal. Structures of this type are hung on the wall. You can place such a showcase anywhere, for example, above the chest of drawers. Besides saving space, the advantage of this option is safety... Even with active games children or pets will not be able to break the glass.

Often, a showcase is part of a modular structure (walls). In this case, it can be supplemented with shelves, closed cabinets and cabinets. Each element fulfills its function here, and a single design allows you to create a harmonious and stylish atmosphere in the room.

As already mentioned, showcases are low and high, one-door and two-door. And also the models can have different shapes, which allows each buyer to choose the option that suits his living room.

• Rectangular... This form can be called traditional. Such products are installed along the wall. They can be of any size.

• Corner. This option is ideal if there is a lack of space in the room. The structure can take up an empty corner, saving space. As a rule, these are narrow elegant products.

• Rounded. Models with smooth outlines look very attractive. Only the outer part of the product can be rounded. And there are also completely round options. The latter are transparent from all sides and can be placed even in the middle of the room. More often such models are used in modern interiors.

• Unusual. An avant-garde interior can be decorated with a wave-shaped showcase, a model made in the shape of an egg or an ancient Greek lyre. Undoubtedly, such furniture will become a highlight of the decor.

Any glass showcase has a frame. It can be solid wood, chipboard, MDF, plastic. For fittings and some parts, metal can be used. The options differ not only in design, but also in cost.

Solid wood furniture is the most expensive option... The material is appreciated for its high strength, durability and solid appearance.

Chipboard is a cheap material. However, veneering can give it a very attractive look. One has only to take into account the presence of resins in the material, the vapors of which, although insignificant, are harmful to humans.

MDF is a medium-priced option. It does not contain harmful substances, but is inferior to the massif in terms of characteristics.Both materials can be covered not only with veneer, but also with a matte or glossy film. Thanks to this, the frame of the furniture can have any color and texture.

White furniture always looks gorgeous. In combination with glass and mirrors, this design will look graceful and weightless. In this case, it is not necessary to choose a boiling white shade. The color is multifaceted. Ivory, milky, pearl - there are many variations of luxurious whiteness.

If the white option seems impractical or too cold for you, you can choose another light tone, for example, beige. This neutral option will look perfect in any living room.

Warm browns are considered traditional. They are usually found in classic interiors, but if you wish, you can fit such furniture into a modern living room. The dark brown wenge tone is considered one of the most fashionable and spectacular. More often it is chosen to decorate a room in the Art Nouveau style.

Black color rarely used for display cases. However, in some cases (for example, in a Gothic interior or in a minimalistic design), it can look very impressive. Due to the predominance of glass such furniture will not look gloomy, especially when placed against a light background.

It has already been said that a showcase can be rounded or have clear, even corners. It can be high or low, wide or narrow. In addition to size, shape and color, the appearance of facades is also influenced by the finish.

There are two main options for decorating products of this type.

Wooden models made in vintage style can be decorated with exquisite carvings. Such products are coated with varnish or paint that protects the furniture from external influences. Patina can serve as an additional decorative element. Models with gilding look so solemn that they create an atmosphere of royal luxury in the room.

Showcases made of chipboard or MDF can be covered with a film that creates the effect of perfect surface smoothness. Gloss with pearlescent sheen and metallic coating look especially impressive. Usually manufacturers use white, gray or black for lamination, but if you wish, you can order a brighter version (for example, purple).

In order for the showcase to look harmonious in the interior of the living room, you need to take into account the style in which the room is decorated. Manufacturers offer different models of glass cabinets, so finding the right one is not difficult.

Classic models are distinguished by sophistication and grace. Most floor-standing options have small curly legs. Furniture can be corner or ordinary, it can have a different number of doors, but in any case it must be made of wood or wood imitation.

English classics are a more strict direction. Models made in this style have a more restrained design, but can be decorated with carved elements. The Victorian style is about luxury and grandeur. Such furniture is often decorated with gilding.

The color scheme of the classic products includes elegant natural wood tones (beige and brown). And also let's say white, although such models are more often chosen for decorating living rooms in a neoclassical style, which is a modern interpretation of the classics.

This style combines simplicity and lightness. Such showcases are also made of wood, however, in this case, the wood (or its imitation) is painted. Usually, white is chosen, although sometimes cabinets are painted in a beige shade or pale tones of gray, blue, olive, pistachio, lavender.Sometimes the surface is artificially aged.

The design of such furniture can also be called vintage, but it has nothing to do with the furnishings of the royal chambers or the study of the intelligentsia of past years. The closet should match the atmosphere of the French countryside. There is no exquisite decor, the outlines of the products are unpretentious, the fittings are made "in bronze".

Showcases in a modern style have a very laconic design. Some models are almost entirely made of glass. Only the bottom of the product is made of another material. Other options have closed walls. In some cases, there are opaque compartments at the bottom of the structure.

As a material for the frame, chipboard or MDF with a matte or glossy film is usually used. The most popular colors are white and black.

The most luxurious luxury showcases are offered by Italian companies. For example, stylish modern models are produced by the company Vismara Design. Luxurious Baroque options can be found in the collections Barnini Oseo, Signorini Coco. Those who prefer neoclassicism can opt for the brand's products from Italy. DV homecollection.

Spain also pleases buyers with chic models. For example, products from factories are widely known Panamar, Disemobel, Lino.

You can buy furniture made in Russia, for example, "DIA Furniture" or "Triya". Among Belarusian manufacturers, one can single out Furniture-Neman, Pinskdrev, Molodechnomebel.

Chinese factories also have this type of furniture in their assortment, but they are not very popular.

In order for the showcase to fit perfectly into the room, several points should be taken into account.

• The size. The height, width and depth of the product should be selected depending on the size of the room, as well as the presence of other furniture in it. If there is little space in the living room, it is better to choose a narrow display cabinet or a chest of drawers that combines glass and closed shelves. The corner option can also be helpful. If the living room is spacious with high ceilings, you can purchase a large wardrobe. An even better solution would be to buy a whole set of furniture, including one or two showcases and a chest of drawers. Such an environment will be holistic and harmonious.
• Design. Do not forget that the material and design of the structure must match the style of the interior. When choosing the color of the product, consider not only the finish of the walls and floor, but also the shades of the rest of the furniture. It is desirable that the color of the display case frame echoes the rest of the furnishings or decorative elements of the living room. Remember that white or beige furniture is the best choice for a small room. In a spacious room, a dark environment will also be appropriate. The main thing is that in this case the walls are fairly light. Otherwise, effective contrast will not work, and the room will seem gloomy. When buying, consider whether you need a backlight. Of course, this increases the cost of the product, but the decorative effect cannot be overestimated.
• Quality. When choosing a manufacturer, ask what reviews buyers leave about his products. If possible, inspect the item carefully before purchasing. Make sure the hardware and shelves hold well. Doors must open and close freely.

A delicate creamy tone with gilding and vintage ornaments is ideal for decorating a living room in the style of a royal apartment. An elegant showcase makes up a beautiful set with a chest of drawers and a table, which makes the decor impeccable.

And here is a variant of a room in a strict style English classics. Brown furniture on graceful legs is also made in a single design. Two narrow glass cabinets are positioned on either side of the TV cabinet, following the principle of style - symmetry.

Neoclassicism - a trend that combines the elegance of classic lines and modern trends. The combination of whiteness with a cool gray tone and chrome elements looks very impressive. As you can see in the photo, the showcase is the perfect companion to the futuristic design table and glass lamps.

Scandinavian style suggests simplicity and comfort. A laconic glass cabinet with a wooden back wall would perfectly fit into Provence. The delicate pistachio tone makes the furniture interesting and allows it to blend in perfectly with the decor.

Minimalist design - no fittings and perfect smoothness. Backlighting makes furniture even more spectacular and allows you to better see the contents. The single design of the three items (dark stripes) makes an excellent composition, although an ordinary snow-white wardrobe with transparent doors would fit into such a room.

The assembly of the display case is demonstrated in the following video.