Sideboards, shelves and living room units made from kitchen elements ‒ in times of open living concepts, it is extremely important that all pieces of furniture are matching. Whether in lavish single-family homes, spacious lofts or small city apartments: More and more the trend is toward open-plan layouts – where all areas of life flow into one another. In this regard, it’s nice when the furniture and surfaces are also coordinated – or deliberately provide tasteful contrasts.