Haruko Wood Sideboard

Open-plan living means your sideboard needs to work as both functional dining storage and sophisticated living room display -- most pieces either look too casual for entertaining or too formal for everyday life. The NOIR Haruko Wood Sideboard is a 72-inch Contemporary walnut credenza designed for dining rooms that flow into living spaces, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping to the continental US. At six feet wide, this NOIR sideboard delivers the substantial storage needed for entertaining while maintaining the clean lines that work in modern interiors. The dark walnut finish brings warmth without the heavy look of traditional buffets, making it equally suited for displaying books and objects as storing dinnerware and linens.

You're looking at a piece that bridges the gap between dedicated dining furniture and flexible living room storage. The Haruko's 30-inch height keeps it low enough to place table lamps or artwork above, while the 22.5-inch depth provides serious interior capacity without protruding too far into walkways. This NOIR design speaks to homeowners who want furniture that adapts to different occasions -- formal dinner parties, casual family meals, and everyday living all require different storage and display needs from the same piece.

Complete Product Specifications

What Is a Sideboard?

A sideboard is a low, wide storage cabinet designed primarily for dining rooms, typically featuring doors, drawers, and a flat top surface for serving or display. Unlike a console table, a sideboard offers substantial enclosed storage space for dinnerware, linens, and serving pieces. Also known as a credenza or buffet cabinet, a sideboard traditionally sits against a dining room wall to provide both practical storage and a surface for serving food during meals. Best for dining rooms that need both hidden storage for table linens and glassware, plus display space for decorative objects or serving pieces during entertaining.

Design Elements of the NOIR Haruko Sideboard

1. Arrives Fully Assembled -- No tools or setup required. Ready to place and use immediately. At 185 pounds, this is substantial furniture that ships completely built, so you can focus on styling rather than assembly instructions.
2. Sled-Style Base Construction -- The continuous wood base runs the full width of the cabinet, providing exceptional stability and a grounded appearance. Unlike furniture with individual legs, this design eliminates wobbling and creates clean horizontal lines that emphasize the piece's substantial scale.
3. Walnut and Veneer Construction -- Combines solid walnut elements with quality veneer surfaces to achieve the rich wood grain and color depth of premium walnut at a more accessible price point. The construction balances durability with the visual appeal of natural wood patterns.
4. Contemporary Proportions -- At 72 inches wide by 30 inches high, these dimensions follow contemporary sideboard proportions that work with today's lower dining tables and open floor plans. The 22.5-inch depth provides substantial storage without overwhelming smaller dining areas.
5. Two-Door Hinged Storage -- Full-size hinged doors open wide for easy access to interior shelving. The door design keeps the exterior clean and minimalist while maximizing interior storage accessibility for everything from platters to wine glasses.
6. Dark Walnut Finish -- The rich brown finish enhances the natural walnut grain while providing the depth and sophistication expected in contemporary dining furniture. This finish works with both warm and cool color palettes in modern interiors.
7. Enclosed Storage System -- All storage is hidden behind doors, creating a clean exterior appearance while protecting contents from dust. This design choice supports the contemporary aesthetic while providing practical benefits for long-term storage of dining and entertaining essentials.

Choosing the Right Sideboard Size for Your Space

The rule for sideboard sizing is your piece should be no more than 2/3 the length of your dining table. For a 96-inch dining table, the 72-inch Haruko Sideboard hits the ideal proportion. For an 84-inch table, this sideboard works perfectly, while anything smaller than a 72-inch table might look unbalanced with this substantial piece. Standard sideboard height runs 30-36 inches -- the Haruko's 30-inch height (76 cm) places it at the lower end, creating a more contemporary profile that doesn't compete with artwork or mirrors hung above.

In terms of room scale, allow at least 36 inches (91 cm) of walkway space behind dining chairs when the sideboard is placed against the wall. The 22.5-inch depth (57 cm) means this piece extends nearly two feet from the wall, so measure your dining room carefully. In open-plan homes, consider how the sideboard will look from adjacent living areas -- the Haruko's low profile and clean lines make it work well as a room divider or against a peninsula wall between dining and living spaces.

Styling the Haruko in Your Dining Room

Position the Haruko against your dining room's longest wall, leaving at least 6 inches on each side for visual breathing room. The 30-inch height creates perfect proportions for table lamps -- choose lamps with bases around 18-20 inches tall for ideal scale. Above the sideboard, hang artwork or mirrors with bottom edges 6-8 inches above the surface, or create a gallery wall that extends to about 8 feet from the floor.

For the top surface, create zones: one end for a table lamp and decorative objects like ceramic bowls or small sculptures, the center for a seasonal arrangement or large tray, and the opposite end for items you use regularly during meals. Inside the two compartments, dedicate one side to dinnerware and serving pieces, the other to linens, candles, and entertaining accessories. The dark walnut finish pairs beautifully with brass or bronze accessories, white ceramics, and natural materials like stone or rattan.

Beyond the dining room, this sideboard works as living room media storage, bedroom dresser alternative, or entryway storage in larger homes. In a living room, it's substantial enough to support a large TV while providing closed storage for media equipment, books, and games. Dining chairs, table lamps, and area rugs all complement this piece's contemporary aesthetic.

Ideal for homeowners furnishing a 1,200+ square foot home who need substantial dining room storage that doesn't look heavy or traditional in open-plan layouts. Interior designers specifying contemporary dining rooms will appreciate the walnut construction quality and LOOMLAN's up to 40% trade discount with no minimum order requirements. Well-suited for boutique hotels and vacation rental properties seeking residential-style dining furniture that arrives fully assembled and handles commercial use.

Common Questions About the Haruko Sideboard

Will this sideboard work with my 65-inch dining table?

A 65-inch table is too small for this 72-inch sideboard -- you'd want a sideboard around 40-45 inches wide maximum. The rule is your sideboard should be no more than 2/3 your table length. This Haruko works best with dining tables 84 inches or longer.

Is this solid wood or veneer construction?

The Haruko combines walnut and veneer construction -- solid walnut elements with quality veneer surfaces. At this price point, you get the visual appeal and grain patterns of premium walnut with the stability and cost efficiency that veneer construction provides. This approach delivers better value than solid wood alternatives costing significantly more.

Can this be used as a TV stand?

Yes, the 72-inch width and 30-inch height work well for TVs up to 75 inches. The enclosed storage keeps media equipment, gaming consoles, and cables hidden. However, verify your TV's base width -- some larger TVs have stands wider than 72 inches.

What's the difference between this and a buffet cabinet?

The terms are often used interchangeably, but traditionally a sideboard sits in the dining room for storage and serving, while a buffet might include a hutch top for display. The Haruko is technically a sideboard -- low, wide storage designed specifically for dining room use without upper cabinets or display areas.

Do you offer trade pricing for interior designers?

Yes, LOOMLAN's trade program offers up to 40% off retail with no minimum order requirement. Approval takes 1-2 business days, and trade pricing appears automatically after login. Compare this to other retailers: Crate & Barrel offers 25% off with a $1,000 minimum, Arhaus offers 30% off with a $2,500 minimum.

What is your return policy?

LOOMLAN offers a comprehensive return policy detailed at loomlan.com/pages/returns. Given the size and weight of this sideboard, we recommend reviewing the specific terms for large furniture items and discussing any concerns with our team before ordering.

How does this compare to West Elm or CB2 sideboards?

The Haruko offers solid walnut and veneer construction versus the engineered wood and laminate typical at mass retailers. You're also getting furniture that ships fully assembled rather than flat-pack construction. LOOMLAN's curation focuses on brands not available on Wayfair or Amazon, plus trade professionals get better discounts than CB2's 25% program.