Curio cabinets have long been associated with traditional furniture and ornate displays. For a long time, fans of contemporary furniture weren’t able to utilize curios to display their wares.
In recent years, however, furniture designers have developed modern display solutions to fill that void.
Consider unorthodox cabinets like the Flair Curio with Frosted Sides by Chintaly Imports.
By avoiding elements like straight lines and traditional woods or materials, the designers were free to create a piece that defies the standards of what a curio cabinet should look like.
The cabinets unique shape will draw in visitors eyes to the items you’ve chosen to store inside of it. A clear front and mirrored back help to create contrast and add depth to the room while the frosted sides increase visual interest in the piece while still allowing in light.
A modern curio cabinet like the V235 Display Unit by Global Furniture uses sharp angels, mirrors, interior lights reflective silver surfaces in order to create a curio that will be equally as captivating as any items to be stored within it.
When shopping for contemporary display furniture, search for pieces with an ample amount of storage space in relation to the actual size of the cabinet. Also look for cabinets constructed from materials that will allow for your treasures to be seen from as many angles as possible. After all, isn’t that the reason for purchasing curio cabinets?