A sideboard is an incredibly useful piece of furniture. At large dinner parties, it can be used as an additional serving area, or even as a temporary cocktail bar. And in everyday living, it adds attractive storage space for your finer dishes and table linens. A modern sideboard can easily fit into a number of decorating schemes, and its sleek lines and simple silhouette make a natural addition to many a dining room.

The 006 Atlantico Sideboard ($3,295) is available in American white oak, American cherry, or walnut finishes, and features tapered legs and a long and lean profile. Sliding doors access three storage drawers on one side, and a central shelf on the other side allows for the inclusion of larger items, such as serving bowls. It's definitely a gorgeous, well-made piece, and it's also worth noting that the Atlantico, which is made by Portugeuse furniture company De La Espada, sources all wood from sustainable forests.

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The Simply Modern Sideboard (on sale for $899, originally $1,599), embodies a classic mid-century modern style. Its walnut veneers create a handsome, rich surface. Four doors, layered in veneers, provide access to deep storage space for all of your dinner party needs.