7 Cabinet Designs Perfect With Study Tables
Create a clutter-free study area for your children: a good-looking space conducive to studying, with organised storage
Let’s admit it – homework, studying and project work form an integral part of children’s growing years but are not quite their favourite pastime. Hence, it is very important to provide kids with their own personalised study area that is attractive and makes it easier for them to work: a comfortable study table and adequate storage for keeping their books, craft materials, stationery and projects. Factors like the age and height of the child, along with storage requirements, should be taken into consideration while designing a clutter-free and efficient study area. It is essential to bring in an element of functionality as well as aesthetics in this small but highly functional space.
Take a look at some inspiring open and covered cabinet designs that have been integrated with study tables.
Take a look at some inspiring open and covered cabinet designs that have been integrated with study tables.
1. In this study area, the colourful facade of the overhead cabinet, inspired by an urban cityscape, brings an element of fun. These cabinets are practical and run across the full length of the study table to provide maximum storage. Recessed lights are incorporated within the open shelf to provide adequate lighting, which ensures focus and prevents any strain on the eyes while studying. Also, the open shelf turns out to be a perfect place to accessorise the kids’ study zone with things they love.
2. A combination of open shelves and closed cabinets are integrated with this study table that also runs across the bed to make ample space for toys, showpieces and books. The open cabinets are laminated in bright colours to bring in a sense of playfulness and break the monotony of an all-white room.
For teenagers, it is advisable go for subdued colours instead of bright ones for the study cabinets. In this study room, colours like charcoal grey, burnt orange and olive green play wonderfully against each other and the all-white cabinetry. Make sure to install a soft board; it is a great way to add colour to the study area.
3. Here, in this example, you can see a sleek wall-mounted floating study table. The closed cabinets, open shelves, soft board and overhead storage are designed in strata to impart a layered look to the room. The style is minimal, in a grey-and-white colour scheme; there are no handles on the cabinet. The soft board runs the length of the wall and is great for pinning up artwork, homework and to-do lists.
Note: For added safety, make sure that the corners of the projected table are rounded and do not have sharp edges.
Note: For added safety, make sure that the corners of the projected table are rounded and do not have sharp edges.
One can also demarcate the lower cabinets with different colours and go for floating open shelves on the walls, as in the image above. It’s hard to miss the colourful wallpaper in similar shades as the cabinetry, forming an interesting design feature.
4. If you like things traditional, simple and functional, then take a look at this study table-cum-cabinet. Classic detailing never goes out of style and makes the furniture useful even after the kid has grown up. A combination of built-in drawers, cabinets and open shelves keeps this study area organised and tidy.
5. Introduce circular shapes within the study-table cabinets of the kids’ room; this is one place that can effortlessly handle such geometric shapes. In this example, I love the way the circular shelves are demarcated in a different colour. The bigger circle is closer to the floor and works as a cosy seating area with cushions (round ones!) for the kids to snuggle with a story book. The smaller circular shelves are ideal for tucking in soft toys – the kids will just love it.
Just notice how the actual cabinets and drawers are practical and rectangular in shape while the facade of the cabinets follows the circular profile of the circular shelves.
Note: Commission an experienced carpenter for such a job, who can work with geometrical shapes and achieve a good finish.
Note: Commission an experienced carpenter for such a job, who can work with geometrical shapes and achieve a good finish.
6. If you want a neat, modern straight-lined look, consider open cabinets with the study table. The best part about open cabinets is that since the books are always visible, one will make the effort to keep them in order.
In this open cabinet, there is shelving for storing books, small utility items and stationery. A two-leaved soft board between the two sets of open cabinets to demarcates the study areas for siblings sharing the same room.
In this open cabinet, there is shelving for storing books, small utility items and stationery. A two-leaved soft board between the two sets of open cabinets to demarcates the study areas for siblings sharing the same room.
In this kids’ room, the open shelves are divided into three horizontal and vertical sections (one for each kid). Orange backing within the open cabinets and the colourful seating pep up the space and bring in a positive vibe.
7. How about introducing your child’s favourite theme into the design of the study table and cabinetry? This study unit mimics the look of Lego blocks in bright colours to bring an element of playfulness and vibrancy into the kid’s room.
This design has been taken to a different level by bringing extra functionality: the solid blocks on the wall convert to awning style cabinets and the Lego blocks below the table convert into drawers. Reaching out for a book or toy would be so much fun in this space.
Read more:
10 Innovative Designs for Kids’ Study Tables
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Tell us:
What are the innovative ways in which you have integrated cabinets with your child’s study table? Share some pictures in the Comments section below.
Read more:
10 Innovative Designs for Kids’ Study Tables
Out-of-the-Box Shelves for Your Kids
Tell us:
What are the innovative ways in which you have integrated cabinets with your child’s study table? Share some pictures in the Comments section below.
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