Make Space

Kara Cox -- Home Accents Today, 2/1/2005

If traditional decor doesn't suit, these storage pieces offer practical solutions while maintaining a sleek, modern style. Storage boxes and hideaway ottomans offer organization with the clean lines consumers are demanding ,accented by a decorative touch.

Storage ottomans from Global Views offer a trendy way to stash things in shades of black, begonia and beige leather ($658). eLink 505

Lattice Weave Hampers from Padma's Plantation combine style and practicality to conceal clutter ($179, set of two). eLink 511

The Manhattan Abstract Box by Clay, Metal and Stone offers a touch of contemporary decor while providing an extra space for storage ($199). eLink 512

Torre & Tagus offers sleek design with the leather and chrome Bosa Magazine Racks ($50 to $67). eLink 510

The Checkers Sideboard from Dolce Dormire serves several purposes — armoire, bar, vanity or TV cabinet — and uses alternating grain patterns in light maple to create a checkerboard motif ($2,900–$6,300). eLink 508