Everything in Its Place: MCM Storage Solutions

Let’s face it: not everything we own is worthy of being displayed. Plus, it’s easier to keep your house clean if everything has a spot. So, for those everyday objects that you need to have on hand and out of sight, we have MCM storage solutions to help you out and keep you organized.

Living room with MCM storage solutions with two wall units and retro furniture — Wall units such as this one help keep you organized in Mid Mod style. Photo by Jim Brown.

Credenzas and Media Consoles

American walnut sideboard with three drawers and two cabinets — Photo courtesy of Article.

If you’re looking for simple and clean storage, the Lenia Sideboard is a sleek option with three drawers and two cabinet doors.

Green MCM credenza with gold rim and walnut veneer surface — Photo courtesy of Homary.

When it comes to MCM storage solutions, this Green Credenza has the modern chic vibe and a large storage capacity.

Long credenza with wood slats and a tambour door — Photo courtesy of Castlery.

The door rolls to open! How cool it that? With its unique shape, this Harper TV Stand has more than enough room to hide your treasures.

MCM credenza with white border and wood doors. — Photo courtesy of Sunbeam Vintage.

Funky and fun, the pattern on this Ocean Avenue Credenza will act as a piece of art in your space.

Instead of making your TV the star of the show, steal focus with this Mid Century Media Set. It can hide your DVD player and display some MCM decor that will distract from the black hole that is your TV.

Bookshelves

Minimalist tall and slim MCM bookcase — Photo courtesy of Target.

Sometimes, simple is preferable. This Amherst Mid Century Modern Bookshelf would look great in an office to hold books, magazines and, of course, your house plant babies.

Walnut bookcase with various sized cubby holes and two cabinet doors — Photo courtesy of Joybird.

When your walls are looking plain, adding a functional, yet stylish, MCM storage solution like this Hazel Bookcase will bring intrigue to the space.

MCM storage solutions bookshelf with three wooden rectangles — Photo courtesy of Wayfair.

This Alyse Standard Bookcase is an open option with large box shelves that act like frames.

Cabinets

MCM bar cart with white pattern door fronts — Photo courtesy of Kardiel.

Need a space to store your glasses and bottles? This Urbane Bar Cabinet‘s top cabinet doubles as a bar top with a mirror for retro flair.

Simple two drawer MCM cabinet — Photo courtesy of AllModern.

This Caudell Accent Cabinet may be small, but sometimes all you need is a strategically placed piece to hide your blankets, cleaning supplies or cables.

Wall Shelves

MCM shelving unit with brass sides and a small cabinet — Photo courtesy of Rejuvenation.

How cute is this Modular Double Shelving Unit with the little cabinet? The brass brackets are an elegant touch.

Antique brass minimalist shelves — Photo courtesy of CB2.

If you have nothing to hide but need some shelves to store decor or small items, these Antique Brass Floating Shelves are a chic, yet subtle, option.

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