Alcove decorating ideas
Alcove ideas – 28 design solutions to maximise awkward recesses
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By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.You may not have thought too much about alcove ideas before you moved in, then grown frustrated as you tried to arrange furniture around awkward spaces.
Alcoves are usually associated with period properties, where they are created by a chimney breast jutting out in the centre of a room. Typically, these double recesses either side of the fireplace are reclaimed as storage space in bedrooms and living room ideas, with built-in shelving being a popular way to utilise the space.
But this isn't the only way to use the nooks created by an alcove. Nor is it the only type of alcove you'll find in a property. Under-stair areas, awkward corners in loft-extensions and odd spaces created by renovations and extensions can also create alcoves. But, rather than ignore them or hide them, you can make these tricky structural recesses work in your favour.
Inspirational alcove ideas
Discover opportunities to be smarter with space. From much-needed storage, to cool decorative features and even functional family areas, we have all sorts of clever ideas for alcoves that you'll love.
1. Go low with a built-in bench
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Create a relaxed, modern vibe by running low-level shelving in the alcoves either side of a chimney breast. Simple and unfussy, so perfect alongside a modern fireplace, one single long-line shelf can work as a TV bench or a display area for artwork. Fill the space underneath with a couple of chunky baskets for storing games kit and media or stashing logs and kindling.
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Create a quiet zone for reading away from the hustle and bustle of the living room or kitchen-diner. A low-level shelving unit can double up as a bench, topped off with a row of cushions or seat pads, and gives stowing space underneath for books, toys and games.
Make the space feel extra cosy by painting the bottom section of wall in a warm, tonal shade. Add a couple of book shelves above within easy grabbing distance.
3. Build diagonal cubbies for books
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Make book storage a statement feature by creating a diagonal arrangement in an alcove. Use wooden cubes or box shelving, fixed to the wall diagonally instead of in a regular, straight line. Paint shelves dark to match the wall for a polished look, try dramatic emerald green, dark navy or dusky plum - book covers and spines will pop against darker tones.
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Create a breakout area by painting an alcove a contrast colour, creating a thoughtful bedroom or living room paint idea. Go just a couple of shades darker than your wall colour for a subtle, understated look or make maximum impact by choosing a dark, decadent tone for greater contrast.
An easy way of sectioning off a small area for a dressing table or work zone, just slot in a slimline desk or console table to fill the space and add a stool or chair to sit at.
5. Create ombre-effect shelves in an alcove
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Make a feature of simple floating shelves by painting the walls behind in tonal shades. Take colours from the same family, starting with the darkest tone at the bottom and going lighter as you go upwards, to give an ombre effect. Soft shades of green, create a calm, tranquil feel, with a display of house plant ideas, greenery and ceramics in similar tones.
6. Set up a serving nook
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Put a narrow dining room alcove to good use by slotting in a set of slimline shelves. Use short lengths of kitchen worktop or scaffolding planks, resting on simple wooden brackets fixed to the wall. Slot in a trolley underneath and fill shelves with tableware, serving kit and condiments to save a trek to the kitchen each time you need something.
7. Boost bedroom storage with neat built-ins
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Ease the pressure on wardrobe space by making use of alcoves for an extra bedroom storage idea. Use a couple of Ikea Platsa freestanding cabinets (minus the feet) and repurpose as wall-hung storage - use hidden fixings inside to secure them to the walls. Kit out the interior, depending on what you want to store - add shelves for folded items or a short clothes rail to hang shirts and blouses.
8. Slot slimline shelves in at the end of a bath
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Boxed-in pipework can leave awkward nooks for small bathroom ideas.
Turn unused areas into a storage opportunity by adding narrow shelving and using the space to store soaps and toiletries. Paint shelves to match panelling or woodwork to give a bespoke, fully-fitted look.
9. Use picture ledges for a display area
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Find a use for shallow alcoves by creating a display area for artwork. Narrow picture ledges require minimal depth and are ideally sized for holding picture frames, postcards and small decorative items. Match ledges to your wall colour so that they blend in and artwork stands out. Displays are easy to rearrange with an informal set-up like this, just slot in extra items like greetings cards, decorations and greenery as the seasons change.
10. Create an entertainment unit
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If you have a deep recess in your alcove, why not make the most of it by using it to house your TV and do away with a traditional entertainment unit? Just ensure the bottom shelf has enough height/width to accommodate your existing set, or consider investing in a new one that does.
Or if you're looking for a ways to hide a tv you could add doors to conceal the TV, painting the doors the same colour as the surrounding alcove colour.
11. Create a cosy reading corner
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An alcove is a natural spot for a reading corner idea, a little oasis away from the hustle and bustle of a busy family home. Add a chair, a table where you can rest a cup of tea or glass of wine, and shelves for books. Paint the walls a darker colour – and the shelves, too, so they don't distract – that will draw you in to this cosy sanctuary. Make sure there are cushions and throws so you can cuddle up.
12. Choose a classic treatment with built-in bookcases
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The go-to solution for living room alcoves is to fill them with built-in storage. It's a no-brainer if you live in a period property, although there are better solutions if you prefer a contemporary look.
In this smart grey living room the owners have coordinated the look by painting the chimney breast in the same colour as the furniture.
13. Build in a space-saving bed
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Attic spaces can be incredibly difficult to furnish – especially when you have to negotiate a sloping roof. But this attic bedroom idea proves that the task is far from impossible. This deep alcove is the perfect spot for a bed, and the narrower nook within it has been filled with shelves.
Extra bedding can be stashed in the large drawer under the mattress, and a simple wall-mounted light negates the need for a bedside table. As examples of maximising space go, this room is up there with the very best.
14. Measure up for a dresser
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Building kitchen furniture around an alcove can be tricky. So why not make things easy for yourself and pop a dresser there instead. You might be lucky enough to find an off-the-peg design that fits perfectly into the gap. Failing that, you could contact a carpenter or bespoke kitchen company to build a made-to-measure piece for a smart kitchen storage idea.
15. Create a nook for bathroom essentials
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The reality is, a little bit of storage next to your WC can be extremely practical. A simple shelf makes the most of an awkward bathroom alcove or recess, providing a savvy bathroom storage idea. Start with a basket or bucket of loo roll underneath so that you're never caught short – then a few accessories on the shelf above. This might be a good spot to store nappies, extra hand towels and wet wipes.
16. Indulge in your favourite pastime
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If you're taking the traditional route and building furniture into your alcove, why not turn it into a dedicated space for your favourite hobby? You could create a craft corner for knitting and sewing, or keep your record collection here. Add a turntable, a decent pair of headphones and a comfy chair, and you've got the perfect easy listening spot!
17. Move your bed into the alcove
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Make bedtime extra cosy by positioning your bed within an alcove.
Painting the wall behind in a feature colour makes it appear almost as an extension of the headboard. Instantly, a simple divan becomes so much more with this thoughtful DIY headboard idea of sorts.
18. Be practical in a guest room
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Attic spaces are always a bit awkward, but you can turn these odd angles and alcoves created by boxed-in pipework to your advantage. Here, they make up a natural room divider between a cosy guest bed situated under the eaves and a handy bedroom basin and dressing area. Painting the alcoves in different colours enhances the zoned feeling still further.
19. Get creative with how you display within the space
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Don't leave your alcove walls empty - they're practically begging for statement artworks to be hung on them. Whether you create a personal gallery with multiple pictures, or go bold with a single piece that continues your colour scheme - as here - your living room will benefit.
Add interesting diagonal shelves to further the artistic impact.
See, those alcoves do have a design benefit, beyond your standard storage solutions. It's time to get creative and update your space... Question is, which room of the house are you going to tackle first?
20. Create a grown-up work space
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If you're building or renovating an extension, why not make space in the plans for a grown-up work area. This little nook takes up barely any space, features storage for books and files, and feels like a private space in an open-plan area. Subtle and chic - one of our favourite design combinations.
21. Take cupboards from floor to ceiling
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Take a leaf out of the book of early 20th-century houses, which often featured built-in bedroom storage like this. Floor-to-ceiling, flat-fronted wardrobes streamline the space, look crisp and clean and keep clutter hidden away.
What more can you ask for?Becuaes you are working with a recessed alcove space the cupboards won't eat into the bedroom floor plan – because the space is already set back from the wall for better alignment.
22. Pop in a mini bar
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If you don't have space for a cellar, but do have a penchant for wine, why not make way for your bottles in the most sociable of spaces – the living room. The cabinet above has plenty of space for wine and glasses, and frees up precious space in the fridge and kitchen cupboards?
23. Make space for pampering
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The combination of a bay window and a fireplace alcove needn't cause excess design difficulties. Work through it by creating a neat little beauty or work area like this, which benefits from the natural light filtering through the adjacent window.
A pale wood desk and metal tolix chair combine for a smart country-style feel, while a single large art print on the wall behind the desk enhances the sense of this being a separate space.
24. Camouflage awkward recesses with pattern
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Don't need extra storage, and want to pretend your alcoves don't actually exist? Use a wallpaper to camouflage them into a feature wall idea, with a fireplace at the centre of the scheme.
Retro prints like this one work well – busy enough to distract you from the different depths of the wall, it also matches the fireplace tiles, and almost seems to pull the walls forward. Oh, and don't go hanging pictures or shelving on it - this will just confuse things!
25. Opt for freestanding storage
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Built-in alcove storage can look quite traditional in a period property, which is great if that's the look your after but if you want a more modern finish, freestanding storage might be a better fit for you (excuse the pun). That's not to mention it can be costly to have bespoke built-in storage, making freestanding a great budget solution.
Use smart paint choices to recede your shelving into an alcove recess - visually, if not physically. For instance, here the grey tones of the wooden shelving blend with the dove grey shade on the chimney breast, keeping the focus on the rest of the decor, as opposed to the stacks in the alcoves.
26. Turn a recess into a dressing area
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As good idea for little ladies as it is full-grown women, a dressing area will make picking outfits for the day ahead an organised and enjoyable occasion. Include a chair for 'dumping' in case you're indecisive over fashion choices, and full-length mirror for taking it all in.
27. Use the space for a shower
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Use a bathroom recess to your advantage and install a streamlined shower enclosure (in an ideal world, it's in addition to a beautiful freestanding bath!). Simple metro tiles and a classic glass shower screen make for a neat unit that adds to the overall feel in this luxurious bathroom.
28. Build in a seat
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In an old farmhouse kitchen, where the stove has been removed, turn a brick chimney into a casual seating area. This area is ideal for guests to sit and chat with you while you're cooking. A wooden beach seat, a scattering of comfy cushions, and this dead space takes on a whole new lease of life.
What can you do with an alcove?
What you can do with an alcove depends on your needs and budget, also in which room you are looking to maximise an alcove. Using the awkward space for storage is one of the most obvious design solutions. If you have the budget, look to tailor the space to suit your exact requirements by seeking bespoke shelving or cupboards to use the space from floor to ceiling seamlessly. However there's still huge potential to use the space smarter and keep costs low, by putting up floating shelves yourself and choosing freestanding furniture to fill the space.
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Alcove ideas: 10 clever ways to use nooks and niches
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Alcove ideas can harness the potential of these home features, giving rooms a style boost, as well as fulfilling a useful function.
These nooks and niches might be found by the chimney, but older homes can also feature them elsewhere in their internal architecture – as can newer houses where they’ve been planned in to add character and style.
Here, we’ve curated our favorite living room alcove ideas as well as those for rooms around the home showing how these nooks can enhance any room in which they’re located.
Alcove ideas
Nooks and niches lend themselves to storage with style, and are perfect as a display area. But it’s not just their contents that are crucial but also how they’re decorated, which can elevate the interior.
Be inspired by these alcove ideas.
1. Experiment with marble and glass
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'Alcoves are essentially for one thing only – stylish storage ideas,’ says Natascha Dartnall, managing director at ND Studios , though we'd add they are perfect for displaying artworks, too. ‘They should not be home to unsightly piles of household bric-a-brac that have nowhere else to go (we see you and we don’t want you – receipt piles, broken remote controls, cans of fly spray).
‘Alcoves should be bookshelves and places to display ornaments, artworks and photo frames. We love to experiment with different backdrops – marble is a good choice and glass shelving always looks chic.'
2. Use alcoves to create symmetry
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Alcoves can be a boon in realizing main bedroom ideas. 'Embrace the alcoves in a period home by maximizing space and creating clever uses,' say Jen & Mar, co-founders of Interior Fox . ‘Centering the bed in front of the chimney allows you to not only use each side for a nightstand, but as a decorative feature, additional storage and even for a dressing table.
‘It’s important to consider the layout when building a bespoke shelving unit. A standard night table is usually 24 to 28in (60 to 70cm) high, but building your own will allow the freedom to create a height that works best for your space. You’ll need to ensure it is easy enough to reach a glass of water or the book you’ve been reading.
‘Start by measuring the height of the mattress. This will give you a good indication of placement and a few inches above the bed works best. Originally the chimney in this space was narrow, so to balance out proportions we extended the width to match the super king size bed.’
3. Create drama with a black alcove
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Factor in the alcoves with your dining room color ideas. 'Farrow & Ball’s Paean Black was used throughout this dining room, including on the woodwork and bespoke cabinetry in the alcoves to provide a rich and luxurious backdrop for our clients’ growing art and vintage dinnerware collection,’ says Georgina Cave, director of Cave Interiors
‘We used a plum-coloured George Spencer velvet on the dining chairs, which surround a polished walnut dining table by Fiona McDonald to create an overall moody and sumptuous setting ready for dinner parties and large family gatherings.
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It makes the perfect backdrop for displaying china.
4. Consider bookshelf position
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Keep the look sleek by framing your alcove ideas. 'What we love about this intricate alcove is how the shelving is placed – the cabinet underneath allows the space to breathe while the bookshelf idea is in keeping with the rest of the traditional style of the room, whilst still having a practical element,' says Jennifer Ebert, digital editor, Homes & Gardens.
5. Frame an alcove
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Sometimes alcoves are seemingly architectural anomalies, perhaps a recess where once a built-in cabinet was house from when your home was first built. Of course, you could fill the alcove with a replacement closet, but if you'd rather create space for a display, allowing the room to breathe a little, this is one way to do so.
Note how the sides and back of the alcove are painted in a shade darker than the wall of the room, creating a subtle but purposeful separation.
6. Continue wallpaper into an alcove
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Don’t leave alcoves out when it comes to bedroom wallpaper ideas. 'We selected a soft but bright yellow wallpaper with a classic vertical stripe in a painterly quality for this bedroom to add color and pattern without overwhelming the space,' says Katie Lion, senior interior designer at Kitesgrove .
‘The alcoves either side of the bed provides a convenient bedside storage, whilst adding depth and decorative display to the room for an overall balanced and characterful bedroom.’
7. Utilize the space for a bed
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'Interior designer Veere Greeney 's bedroom design can be adapted to be a clever use of an alcove,' says Lucy Searle, global editor in chief, Homes & Gardens. ‘Alcoves are the perfect place to house nook bed ideas, which can be decorated and curtained to make them distinct from the rest of the space.’
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Multiply the number of alcoves(Image credit: Mary Wadsworth)
There’s no need to stick to a single alcove either side of the chimney. 'Designed by Kitesgrove, this modern living room makes full use of purpose-built alcoves,' says Jennifer Ebert, digital editor, Homes & Gardens.
‘Used for displaying the client's ornaments and books, they are a stylish feature in this space and the wall lights highlight the shelving in the evening.’
9. Carve out a flexible kitchen alcove
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'An alcove in a kitchen is a great way to make use of space and maximize both storage and visual interest,’ says Amy Leferink, owner and principal designer, Interior Impressions . ‘We love the idea of creating a nook like this, to be used as a coffee bar, prep area or even as a pretty extension of your pantry, where you can house canisters and trays with more frequently used items.
‘The kitchen wallpaper accent wall gives it a distinct look as well, setting it apart from the rest of the room.
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10. Exploit the power of a small recess
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Add to kitchen storage with alcove ideas. 'Traditional Spanish homes typically involve simple architectural details and recessed storage,’ says Karen Harautuneian, owner and principal designer at Hub of the House Studio .
‘When redesigning this 1920s Beverly Hills Spanish home, it only seemed appropriate to incorporate a recessed alcove for my client's spice storage. It allows for easy and accessible access to all her most frequently used spices.'
What can you do with alcoves?
Factor alcoves into kitchen layout ideas to optimize the available space.
'This kitchen by deVOL is a clever mix of beautifully crafted cabinetry that makes the most of the alcove, teamed with an industrial-style freestanding countertop,' says Melanie Griffiths, editor, Period Living. The cabinet is housed within the alcove with a side extension that makes it appear like it's always been there.
It's a great example of how to make the most of the space you have.’
Do I paint alcoves or chimney?
Painting the chimney is a traditional option, drawing the eye to this focal point of a room. But it’s perfectly feasible to take the reverse approach and use paint colors that put the emphasis on the alcoves. Here, color can be a great backdrop to objects on shelves, for example.
Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. On the side, as well as being the News Editor for indie magazine, 91, she trained to be a florist in 2019 and launched The Prettiest Posy where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. For H&G, she writes features about interior design – and is known for having an eye for a beautiful room.
11 new ideas for using an alcove in the interior
An alcove is a niche in a wall that is separated from the rest of the room by draperies, columns or arches.
We tell you how you can use this space wisely.
1 Sleeping place
If a bed (fully or partially) fits in the niche, you can organize a sleeping place here.
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This technique looks original and unhackneyed. In addition, it gives the atmosphere an actual oriental touch. And, of course, the alcove provides excellent zoning.
2 Mini Laundry Room
A niche in the hallway, kitchen, corridor or bathroom can serve as a place for arranging a mini laundry room.
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Such a homely household corner will make it easier to put clothes and textiles in order. And at the same time it will be aesthetically located and hidden from view in an alcove. If desired, you can complement the niche with drapery or doors.
3 Bench
A bench can be placed in the alcove.
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This is true for a niche in the hallway or corridor, as well as for an alcove in the dining room. Bonus: additional intimacy of the functional area.
4 Open shelves
The best solution for narrow and shallow alcoves - open shelves.
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They can form a single storage system. And they can become a place for placing decorative expositions. In the same way, you can organize a home library.
5 Stairway to nowhere
Look at this unusual design trick.
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By arranging a staircase to nowhere in the alcove, the designers got an original and very compact seating area. The idea, by the way, is also suitable for the design of a children's room.
6 Miniature lounge area
Alcove seating area? Why not!
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The niches in the walls seem to be specially created to organize mini-zones for relaxation and reading.
Take a look at how cozy and stylish this reception looks.
7 Combined storage system
In addition to placing open shelves, the niche can also be used as a combined storage system.
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The combination of open and closed shelves makes storage more flexible and functional. By the way, such a solution would be appropriate in any room, from the kitchen to the bathroom.
8 Dressing room
If the dimensions of the niche allow, you can arrange a dressing room here.
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The idea is most suitable for alcoves in children's rooms. But if your wardrobe is not so large in volume, you can take note for arranging an adult dressing room.
9 Bathtub in a recess
An alcove in the bathroom can be used as a place for a bathtub.
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Look, basking in the foam in such a cozy corner is a pleasure. In addition, the issue of dividing the bathroom into functional parts will be effectively resolved.
10 Mini Home Office
Compact mini home office fits perfectly in a niche.
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This will solve the issue with workplace zoning. And if you add a curtain to the niche, you can hide the "work mess" with a flick of the wrist.
11 TV zone
TV zone can also be placed in the alcove.
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The idea will especially appeal to those who are worried that a “black screen” can spoil the design, because in a niche the TV will be much less conspicuous. To hide it even more visually, you can paint the walls inside the alcove in a dark color or paste over with dark wallpaper.
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The most successful design solutions for a room with an alcove: 12 ideas
Do you have an alcove in your apartment? We will tell you how interesting and functional it is to design it!
A room with an alcove is a definite plus for creating an interesting interior. Designers assure that you should not be afraid of such additional space. It is necessary to think over the interior and choose the right solution for the implementation of the alcove space. There you can equip a recreation area, a workplace or a space for sleeping. Let's look at how interesting it is to use an alcove in an apartment.
What is an alcove and why is it needed
An alcove is a niche in a wall, the size of which can vary from a small recess to several square meters.
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There are many uses for an alcove. It all depends on your imagination and the size of the niche. For example, if you have a large one-room apartment with an alcove, the interior can be designed as follows: arrange a sleeping area in a niche and fence it off with a curtain or partition.
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Another design option for a one-room apartment with a niche is to make a children's area in it. You can put a crib there and close it from everyone with a partition, or make a small playroom where children's toys will be stored.
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Design and decoration of the alcove
There are two common niche design options that designers usually resort to. The first option is to fit the niche design into the overall interior of the room. In this case, designers select the same colors and finishes as throughout the room.
Usually, small niches are designed in this way, in which shelves or a rack can be made.
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The second option is to design it in a different style. For example, you can paint the walls of an alcove a color that is brighter than the decor of the room. In this case, a bright spot will create an interesting accent. The main thing is to choose a color that matches the palette of the room.
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You can create an alcove yourself and make a small separate niche. Many designers like to make it next to the window and create a cozy sleeping place in it. If you decide on such a design, try to hang blackout curtains or roller blinds on the windows. Bright light can wake you up in the morning.
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How to decorate a niche in style - photos of successful solutions
Bathroom
Oddly enough, in large apartments there is an alcove in the bathroom. Here you can place the bath itself and equip functional shelves or cabinets on the sides of it.
