In my quest to decorate my new design studio with a fresh updated feel, yet remaining true to the age of the building, I have been searching far and wide for creative storage ideas that would look like they have always been a part of the property.

Casa Vilora Interiors Design Studio 5602 Franz Rd Katy TX 77493

My new studio is a cute, historic Victorian that was built as a rent house in 1905, and was never occupied by the actual owners until the 1950′s when an addition was done on the backside of the property. It is the perfect little place for my design business, and I hope to own it in about a year :-) But enough about the property itself. I will be sure to fill you in as time progresses and share photos of the interior space. Today’s post is about finding creative ways for storage in this small space. Storage that will not only be functional and help keep me organized, but aesthetically pleasing as well.

Recently I have been crushing on plate racks. So much so, that I have presented a sketch to a new client for a custom piece for her breakfast room, and she is so in love with this idea! Her initial thought for that main wall was to hang a piece of art. A plate rack is a more creative and functional way to create a focal point, and accessorize a small space like a breakfast room, without using up a lot of physical and visual space.

Plate Rack

Can you see why I’m obsessed? This plate rack has allowed utilitarian items like plates, platters and mugs to look oh so elegant!

I’m especially drawn to plate racks that display the platters and plates horizontally. This way, you are able to enjoy the beauty of your collection everyday…..and easier to dust too!

A plate rack display should be treated like any other vignette in a room. Scale, balance and proportion should be kept in mind. Varying the sizes, heights, and textures of the pieces, make for a more interesting display. I much prefer that the colors of the pieces are more monochromatic, and all the pieces relate to each other somehow. But whatever you love to collect I’m sure will work beautifully when properly arranged. As I always say, decorate and live with things you love!

Notice how impactful this collection of blue and white china is? This is a great way to display a collection versus having them all over the room. This absolutely makes a statement and a great focal point!

Can you say FABULOUSNESS! This gorgeous room has a lot of wonderful features, but the plate display definitely caught my eye. I especially love the curved shape of this piece. It adds an elegant and feminine touch to this room.

Notice how well they work in a more formal setting……..

…….as well as as casual settings!

They work beautifully for displaying holiday dishes and help bring the season alive in your home. How adorable is this display with the pinecones and mini Christmas trees!

And in case you’re wondering, they are not just for plates and platters or for the kitchen. They are great in a nursery or playroom as display for toys and books.

They don’t have to cost an arm and a leg, especially if you are handy….(even just  a little bit). This plate rack above was repurposed from a baby’s crib! Talk about creative!

Here’s one last one for good measure

Love the bead board touch!

Hope you are as inspired as I am by these gorgeous plate racks. Hope to have mine completed soon! Please come back daily for updates about my new design studio!

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Have a fabulous Friday!

Be Inspired!

Veronica Solomon