A gorgeous console or chest of drawers is a godsend for cluttered rooms. It provides somewhere to hide all those little bits that don’t really have a place anywhere else – the posh cutlery, the yellow pages, the Christmas china, in fact the possibilities are endless.

Best of all there’s no boundaries as to which rooms you can use them in. From hallways to bathrooms, any room can house a chic sideboard provided you have the space.

To get the most out of your console unit choose one with staying power – that is one in a colour that can take you through lots of decorating possibilities. If you’re a fan of light paint on the walls then a stunning walnut colour will do the trick or other classic colours include black and cream.

Of course there are lots of possibilities when it comes to choosing for your home, if it’s a console for a sitting room you might want to consider a unit which is half glass. This way you can display any ornaments that you have whilst keeping space to hide away any items you want out of sight like remote controls and DVD’s.

The stunning Moreno collection of wall units from Fishpool’s is the ultimate in versatility. The units can be floor standing or mounted on the wall to create an interesting display. Team with a crisp white sofa for a modern room that is as practical as it is stylish.

If you’re looking for something to go with a bright colourful room then wood is the way to go. Again from Fishpool’s the Pur wall units are really flexible as you can design a combination to suit your needs.

Because the design is stunning yet simple these units will go with any décor. For an ultra modern effect layer the units at different heights and add sculptural shaped accessories to the shelves.

For lots more inspiration head to Fishpools to view the full collection of stunning furniture on offer.

Date published: March 2009. Please ask in store for the latest prices and details.