COMMODES AND CABINETS

Chests of drawers and cabinets

A chest of drawers is a functional piece of furniture, born out of the need to store items, clothes or documents, which can be found in various rooms of the house. It is a furniture accessory that is almost indispensable in a bedroom, due to its roomy drawers, it can often be used in other contexts such as hallway, entrance, study / office and even a living room. Suitable for many applications and functions, the chest of drawers is also a nice shelf for lamps, paintings, decorations or vases with flowers, and also fulfills its main function, which is in fact storage, especially organizing for well-separated compartments for our items.

Drawer cabinets that define the character of a room

In a traditional setting, a classic-style chest of drawers is often presented, in opposition to the modern style, with curving and curved shapes that accentuate the the peculiar grain of the wood, the dominant material. Usually, in solid wood, the wood is enriched with inlays, paintings, coatings and finishes, and also in this case it is associated with other materials. The linearity of drawer sets with modern integrated handles is interrupted here by the very important and evident presence of handles, almost always emphasized by finishes and materials such as brass, which contrast with the wood. Wooden chests of drawers are often associated with countertops reinforced by the use of various and important materials, such as marble and glass.

Chests of drawers, chests of drawers and tall boys in the bedroom

It is very difficult to give up this furniture To the bedroom. Its main function is to store and protect against dust clothes such as sweaters, shirts, underwear or bedding, jewelry, jewelry, etc. Chests of drawers, so often called bedroom drawers, are usually offered in groups or in combination with bedside tables to be occupied. scaled down, shape and main features. In combination with bedside tables, the so-called "Tall boy", that is, a taller and narrower chest of drawers with seven drawers, theoretically used to divide linen into seven days of the week. Very often the chest of drawers is replaced for two weeks, one for each component of the steam. In a bedroom, cabinets with drawers are sometimes hidden by integrating them into wardrobes or wardrobes.

Choosing the right cupboard with drawers

There are many aspects to consider when choosing the right chest of drawers. One of the first points to be explored is the environment it has to be in, as this will depend on the category and type of items that the chest of drawers will have to store: we will need taller and deeper drawers for linen (bedroom, bedroom, wardrobe), while lower and shallower drawers are enough to accommodate small items (hall, living room). Finishing properties as well as anti-scratch and anti-wear properties will be assessed. In bedrooms or studios, and in versatile environments, plastic drawers and drawers on wheels will often be a godsend as they can be easily moved at any time without effort depending on how you choose to use the space, and they will be very shockproof and resistant to damage. In a bedroom, the choice between a chest of drawers and a table differs exactly from the available space: the chest of drawers allows you to use the upper part to place a mirror or TV, and on a shelf for perfumes and items that we use every day. For articulated drawer units and projecting or hanging parts, if they are of the correct height, it is also possible to use them as a toilet cabinet.

Drawer units between beauty and function: organize with style

The most fun thing about drawer cabinets is that they are so versatile that their function is not limited to the bedroom, but extends to the entire home. Tidiness in the home is an essential aspect of living at its best, and practical furniture such as a chest of drawers is essential as it fully meets this need. As a multifunctional complement, the basic parameters to consider when considering a chest of drawers are its shape, size, height, capacity, number of compartments and style. Depending on the type of items stored, the environment in which the chest of drawers will be placed can help give our home a fundamental touch of style, perhaps filling an empty corner of the living room or entrance. Sectional drawer cabinets and modular drawer cabinets, which allow for maximum wall personalization, are definitely modern solutions, especially suitable for contemporary interiors.

Modern chests of drawers: between modularity and contrasts

Drawer cabinets provide the space is a play of shapes and combinations of colors and materials, making them suitable for any context, from the most classic to the most modern. For example, modern-style drawer cabinets are the subject of stylistic experiments: the traditional lines and structures of these cabinets are re-tested in models suitable for contemporary environments. Modern drawer cabinets can be round, semicircular, square or rectangular. Perfect for organizing items and renovating furniture, designer drawer cabinets are often characterized by the use of unusual materials and finishes ranging from natural wood, often varnished, printed and covered with fabric or leather, as opposed to structures and inserts made of metal, plastic or glass instead of this. A symbolic example of how materials and finishes can make this simple piece of furniture the focal point of our home are the drawers designed for Zanotta in 1985 by Alessandro Mendini, such as Calamobio, a wooden drawer with polychrome inserts, and the one from 1990. Alik Cavaliere, Genesio, in briar with brass handles of various shapes.