High Gloss Shoe Storage Cabinets for Studio Flats: Storage that Looks Like Furniture

In a studio flat, every piece of furniture is on show, so shoe storage needs to look as good as it works. A high gloss shoe storage cabinet does exactly that. Its smooth, reflective surface reads more like a sideboard than a utility cupboard, it bounces light around a compact room and its closed fronts keep footwear out of sight in a space where the front door often opens straight into the living area. In this article we explain why high gloss suits small homes, how to use a shoe cabinet to create a sense of entrance where there is no hallway, and how a single piece can double as a console, a media surface or a room divider. We also look at choosing the right size, colours that work in compact rooms, caring for gloss finishes and practical points for renters, such as avoiding wall fixings where possible and choosing furniture that moves easily between flats....