Organized bookshelf ideas
15 ways to keep on top of your tomes |
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Future)
By Tara King
published
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to organizing a bookshelf. Whether you sort alphabetically, by genre, in height order or something else entirely, if you can find what you need and you’re happy with how it looks, that’s all that matters.
As part of organizing a living room, good-looking bookshelves can truly lift the spirits – and encourage us to pick up a book more often too.
'Having books on display really adds a homely feel to any interior scheme. How you organize them really comes down to personal taste – there are no right or wrong answers,’ says Adam Brown, Director at The Painted Furniture Company .
Depending on how many books you have in your collection, organizing a bookshelf will likely take you the better part of an afternoon to do well. However, once you’ve decided on a system that works for you, it’s easy to keep it looking artful, particularly when complemented by meaningful keepsakes, photos and artwork.
Organizing a bookshelf
We’ve compiled the best expertise to help you realize your bookshelf ideas and create a library-worthy level of bookshelf organization that’s not just practical to use, but beautiful to look at as well.
1. Edit your book collection
(Image credit: Future / David Lovati)
A common mistake when organizing a bookshelf is to try to fit in your entire book collection. This often results in a haphazard arrangement that makes it impossible to create orderly book storage ideas. Set yourself up for success by starting with a good decluttering session. Empty your shelves completely and give them a good clean.
According to the KonMari method, you should only keep books that bring you joy – everything else should be donated or gifted.
Most public libraries will accept book donations to sell at their semi-annual book sales, while children's books can go to area preschools and local school aftercare programs.
Certain charities won’t accept books, so check in advance,’ advises home organizer Ben Soreff, founder of House to Home Organizing .
If you’re still struggling to decide, we recommend creating a ‘maybe’ pile. Position these away from your ‘keep’ collection temporarily, perhaps a week or two, somewhere you can easily see them, then take your time deciding whether to move any of them over to your main collection.
2. Order books alphabetically
There are several ways to order books, so think about what makes the most sense for your home library ideas. If it’s a bookshelf that you frequent regularly, we’d recommend an alphabetized system. It might not be the most creative way to arrange and organize books, but it certainly makes it quick and easy to find what you’re looking for.
If you’re alphabetizing based on the book’s title, you’ll likely have quite a few books that start with ‘A’ and ‘The’, so you’re best of leaving out the first word and organize based on the second word in the title instead.
Be sure to let everyone in the household know to avoid any confusion.
Another option is to arrange alphabetically based on the author’s last name, like they do in bookshops and libraries. The only downside is remembering who wrote what… but if you’re someone who has a few favorite authors, this might be the system for you.
3. Group by genre
(Image credit: Sims Hilditch )
Whether you’re designing a home library, or you’re the sort of person who often picks books based on your mood, organizing books by genre is a great idea. You could keep it simple, fiction and non-fiction for example, or break things down into general categories: action, mystery, romance, fantasy and so on. There’s likely to be some cross-over, so keep a log of where you’ve filed your books for ease.
4. Create a rainbow effect
(Image credit: Future)
Organizing a bookshelf in order of color is not the most practical method but it’s certainly the most aesthetically pleasing and one way to style a bookshelf.
Unless you’re someone who remembers books based on their covers, we’d recommend reserving it for bookshelves you don’t access very often.
To create a stylish ombre effect, organize book jacket colors from dark to light, bottom to top – black, navy and charcoal books on the top shelf, white on the bottom, with all the colors in between. If you don’t have the book collection – or the inclination – to create a full rainbow spectrum, simply color block your shelves to complement your room’s color palette.
If you’re organizing a bookshelf with children in mind, professional organizer Kathryn Lord of More to Organising says:
‘Color coordinating your bookshelf means your child can easily put things back. It also means they can find their favorite book without pulling everything out as even before they can read, they know what color their favorite book is’.
5. Reserve prime space for favorite books
(Image credit: Future)
If you're considering reading nook ideas, this is the perfect opportunity to create a smaller group of your favorite books, or those you need access to most regularly, separately from your primary organization system.
Position them within easy-reach (middle-section shelves for most, depending on your height) to save you having to find them each time. Keep them separated from the rest with book dividers or use objects and book stacks either side.
Avid book readers might also find this technique useful for grouping not-yet-read books, so they’re easy to find and flick through when looking for something new.
6. Organize books by height
Grouping books of a similar size and height together will give your collection a clean, streamlined look, perfect if you are looking for smart living room bookshelf ideas. However, depending on the look you’re going for (and how functional you want your organization to be) you could have a little fun with different arrangements. Maybe keep tall books on the edges and go shorter in the middle, or alternate shelves starting with the tallest book, then the shortest, and so on.
7. Stick to the two-thirds rule
Ensuring your books have space to breathe is not only good for their shelf life, but also the functionality and style of your display.
‘Crowding books tightly on shelves make them impossible to pull out, while overcrowding can make for a cluttered feel,’ says home organizer Ben Soreff.
According to the experts, this can be avoided by instilling the ‘two thirds rule’: only fill two-thirds of each shelf with books. What you do with the empty space depends on what look you’re trying to achieve. Add in decorative accessories or leave it clear for a minimalist vibe.
8. Build stylish stacks
(Image credit: Future)
Oversized hardbacks can overpower a bookshelf arrangement when arranged standing up, not to mention take up space. Stack them with spines facing outwards, starting with the biggest book at the bottom. If your shelf is at eye-level, choose a book with an attractive front cover to go on the very top.
Stacking is also a good tactic for differentiating types of books, such as non-fiction, recipe or reference books, for example.
9. Leave space for other items
(Image credit: Neptune)
Bookshelves aren’t just for books.
Family photos, heirlooms, vases with flowers… anything that brings you happiness when you look at it deserves a designated place.
‘Styling can often be an undercover organizational tool for shelving,’ says Heather Hoerzen, design editor at Havenly . ‘Creating a little vignette with a tray, diffuser and pretty faux plant not only sparks joy, but it can also serve as a reminder to put things back as you found them’.
A good rule of thumb is to group items in odd numbers ensuring plenty of space around them. Keep your room’s color palette in mind but try not to worry too much – over-styled bookcases can look a little cold, while meaningful items will automatically inject warmth and personality into the room.
10. Prop up artwork
Adding your favorite art pieces to your bookshelf adds visual impact, turning it into a stylish focal point rather than something that’s purely practical. A propped collection comes with the benefit of no nails, so can be effortlessly transformed on a whim for a whole new look.
Position your most prominent pieces in the center of the shelf and then work outwards with smaller pieces. Combining different styles, sizes and colors of picture frames creates a lovely lived-in look, along with postcards and canvases to break it up. Pick out key tones within your prints, or maybe even a theme, to ensure your display feels considered.
11. Arrange by style
(Image credit: Brent Darby )
While most libraries like to organize a bookshelf alphabetically, and this tried-and-tested system works wonderfully for those wanting to find a specific author with ease, we sometimes like to throw the rulebook out of the window by arranging our books by the style of the spine. For example, those of us who are more visual might be inclined to remember a book by what the cover or spine looks like, rather than wanting to search alphabetically.
Here, this aesthetically-pleasing space doesn't follow any particular system, yet it still somehow works.
After all, our brains are wired differently, so do what is best for you and your family.
12. Match books to the color scheme
(Image credit: Future)
Are you a particularly visual person? Us, too. That is why this space works so well; the books seamlessly color coordinate with the rest of the room. There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to ensure that your scheme remains cohesive and tailored, especially when covering your books with the same color jackets is so easy to do. The result? A space that looks like something out of a story book.
13. Leave empty spaces
(Image credit: Future)
Just because you have the space, it does not mean that you need to fill every nook and cranny. This bookshelf is a perfect example of letting a space breathe; hugely important in a home office or bedroom.
I have seen time and time again, that people like to cram as much onto on bookshelf as they can, so once you've done a declutter, think about keeping it simple, especially if your bookshelf looks as beautiful as the one above.
14. Use art to divide books
(Image credit: Future )
Rather than just simply arranging your books on a shelf, think about breaking up the space between genres, authors, colors or styles with art. Use prints, objects and vases to add interest and visual break points to rest the eyes and draw attention away from old or tattered books.
Here, this bookshelf draws the eye to every single visual breakpoint beautifully and wonderfully stimulates the senses without causing disruption to the central focus; the TV.
15. Place lesser used book on the top shelf
(Image credit: Future )
If you have books that you've read but just can't bear to part with, then consider placing them on the top shelf, just high enough to admire, but also ensuring that they are well out of the way. Keep the lower bookshelves free for books and other objects, like vinyl, and more regularly used items.
What is the best way to organize a bookshelf?
Contrary to popular belief, maximizing space on your bookshelf space does not mean filling every inch with book upon book.
Instead, think about clever ways to store books that utilize the space you have in the best way, while still allowing for some empty areas. This will help create a pleasing aesthetic overall, especially important for creating a calm finish, for bedroom bookshelf ideas or when you’re organizing a home office, for example.
Stacking books rather than lining them up makes the most of vertical space that would otherwise go unused. Start with bigger, heavier books at the bottom and go down in size from there. Alternatively, consider layering two rows of books along one shelf. If you decide to do this, it’s worth investing in shelf risers. Position the back row on the top of the riser for extra visibility and use the cubby hole underneath to store other books that you use less often, or don’t look as nice on display.
Look at using the very top of your bookshelf – could you line it with baskets for extra storage? Also look to see if your shelf heights can be easily adjusted. If so, you could squeeze in an extra shelf at the top to house smaller books or items.
How do I organize a bookshelf?
Organizing a bookshelf in a home is a personal choice and, unless it’s your preference, doesn’t have to follow an established system. However, there are a number of ways you might approach the task.
If finding books speedily is crucial, arranging in alphabetical order, or perhaps alphabetical order within subject-specific sections, is a good idea. Of course, if each section isn’t large, then just putting like with like so, for example, interiors books are together, will suffice.
For a stylish display, arranging by color is a popular tactic and you might choose darker spines for lower shelves with colors becoming progressively lighter as shelf height increases.
At an individual shelf level, meanwhile, arranging by height with taller books on each side of the shelf can create a balanced impression.
For interest consider shelving some books horizontally as well as placing them vertically, and show off decorative objects along with books to give the eye plenty to appreciate.
For 10 years, Tara King worked as a Content Editor in the magazine industry, before leaving to become freelance, covering interior design, wellbeing, craft and homemaking. As well as writing for Ideal Home, Style at Home, Country Homes & Interiors, Tara’s keen eye for styling combined with a passion for creating a happy – and functional – family home has led to a series of organization and cleaning features for H&G.
With contributions from
- Jennifer EbertDeputy Editor (Digital)
5 Organizing Hacks for Library-Worthy Bookshelves
Design: Sarah Lyon, Photo: Lauren Zillinger for Laura Metzler Photo
Whether your home is filled with hundreds of different books or you've managed to whittle down your collection of reads to just a few dozens, you can likely agree that organizing a bookshelf to look both visually appealing and provide ample storage can be tricky. Is there a certain order in which books should be arranged? Is placing books in color order a major yes or a faux pas? What is the best way to style a bookshelf in a child's room?
To help answer all of these questions and more, we've consulted four professional organizers from across the country, who weigh in below regarding bookshelf organization techniques that are bound to wow you.
After all, there's no reason that your at-home shelfie can't look majorly library worthy.
Keep reading for five top tips that the pros couldn't resist sharing.
01 of 05
Design: Sarah Lyon; Photo: Allie Provost
The way you proceed with arranging your bookshelf will depend on how you intend for it to be used. First, though, go through everything on the shelf and part with any books you anticipate that you'll no longer read, professional organizer Millie Naor suggests. Donate these titles and relish in the extra space you have to work with.
Whether a bookshelf is functional, decorative, or a mix of both will affect the next steps, Naor notes.
"If your bookshelf is more decorative, you can organize the books by color, mix different types of books together (fiction, non-fiction, travel, coffee table), and add different trinkets and decorative items on top or on the side of the books," she explains. "If you are looking for a more functional library, I would group the books by type, and then you could organize them by alphabetical order.
"
Looking to make a bookshelf both functional and decorative? "I recommend getting creative with the way you organize books," Naor says, and what we gathered from this? Think outside the box a bit.
"Put them back by type and organize them by size, space them out, make small piles of books with your favorite decorative items on top," she continues. "With larger coffee table books, you can display them beautifully stacked on one another by size and color."
02 of 05
Design: Sarah Cole Interiors, Photo: Jared Kuzia
When organizing a bookshelf, you should keep placement of the various books top of mind, according to professional organizer Tracy Bowers. "Keep hardcover books separate from paperbacks," she encourages.
Once you've tackled this step, be thoughtful about where the books are actually set on the shelf. "Bring all the books forward with just about an inch or two of the shelf showing," Bowers says. "You want what you see to have a nice consistent clean line.
"
Keeping height in mind can also help you determine which books to place where professional organizer Joanna Wirick says. "When placing books on a bookshelf, arrange them shortest to tallest or tallest to shortest," she explains. "This creates a nice cascading effect. If you are stacking books horizontally, place the larger books on the bottom and smaller books on top."
Feel like incorporating some decor onto your shelves? By all means, feel free, but note that there are a few techniques to keep in mind when styling. While people have many different views regarding the concept of arranging books by spine hue, Wirick is all for it, noting that if space allows, you can even designate a color for each shelf.
03 of 05
Joanna Wirick
Wirick suggests this tactic for bookworms in particular. "If you are an avid reader, write the date you finished the book on the inside cover," she advises. "Organize books chronologically by when you completed the book.
This is an especially great tactic if certain books were read at special moments in your life."
04 of 05
Design: Sarah Lyon, Photo: Lauren Zillinger for Laura Metzler Photo
Let's face it—as is the case with actual library books, at least some of your reads at home most definitely show signs of wear. Not all books are as crisp and pristine as they look in styled photoshoots, after all.
Wirick shares a quick tip for displaying reads that have seen better days: removing their hardback covers. Simply remove and recycle the original jackets to reveal the hardcover underneath.
Bowers agrees that removing book covers can result in a streamlined and elegant look. And bonus: most of the time, hiding beneath the book jacket is a stunning hardcover design most likely in a more neutral hue, giving your bookshelf a décor-focused look and feel.
05 of 05
Design: Rosanna Bassford, Photo: Laura Flippen
Designing a shelf for little ones? Professional organizer Kathryn Lord shares some tips specific to children's spaces.
"When thinking about children, you have to organize something so it’s easier for them to use," she explains. "Color-coordinating children's books will help children even as young as two, as they know what color their favorite book is even before they can read, and they know where to put it back."
Bowers agrees that color coding is a major go for young ones.
"Color coding is fun and looks pretty," she says. "But keep sizes together, arranging from tallest to shortest, within each color." Aesthetics and function? We're all for it.
Sorting books by topic is another tactic that can also be beneficial for young ones. "Themed books can support their learning," Lord adds. "For example, having all the books about ‘people who help us’, ‘elephants’ or seasonal themed books for Easter, spring, summer, etc."
In general, keeping the number of books set to a minimum won't just help a shelf stay more organized, it can also be helpful for children's focus.
"Too many books can cause overwhelm, so reducing the amount available and rotating means they will read a higher range of books than if they are all available all the time," Lord says.
11 of the Most Giftable Coffee Table Books We've Ever Laid Eyes On
Ideas and tips for organizing a library
Library - having this room in the house will tell a lot about the owners. Only an educated, literate and wise person is ready to give strength and time to the arrangement of this room. A properly organized bookshelf will tell about the views of the owner of the home, his tastes, manners and preferences. How to equip a library if it is impossible to allocate a separate room, but you really want to create a worthy "book kingdom"? Meb Estet employees are ready to share their experience and knowledge with each of you. nine0003
Finding a place
The more carefully you approach the choice of premises for the library, the more interesting and pleasant the result of its creation will be. Give preference to non-residential rooms: study, living room, hallway, interior galleries, closets. Experts do not recommend installing ordinary bookcases, which are sold in the first furniture store that comes across, because they should fit perfectly into the space allotted for the library.
Custom-made furniture will look much more effective and harmonious: when creating it, specialists will take into account all the nuances of the room, uneven walls and other possible little things that affect the appearance of the room. nine0003
It is not recommended to create a library in bedrooms and children's rooms, because book dust, which is almost impossible to get rid of, can cause allergic reactions not only in children, but also in adults in the house.
Tip: Do not cover bookshelves with glass (glass doors). So the books will seem less accessible, and the library itself will lose its grandeur and beauty. At all times, bookshelves were made open, accessible, let it remain so today. nine0014
Books everywhere - a great idea for small houses and apartments
There are plenty of corners in every house where you can arrange books. Custom library furniture to fit a bookshelf neatly into a niche under a window sill or flank an interior door.
Free space under the stairs or in a small niche where you can not put any ordinary furniture, an unoccupied corner - all this can be a great place for bookcases. Modern possibilities allow you to design shelves so that books take up all the free space along the wall. No unnecessary details, only convenience and functionality - this is the motto of the modern designer of library furniture. nine0003
Attention to decor
If you don't have enough bookcases, you can complement them with wallpaper with matching prints or order photo wallpapers with painted book spines. This option looks especially interesting in cases where books still have to be hidden behind glass.
Lighting
Books do not like sunlight, so in the room where you are going to install the shelves, you should replace natural lighting with artificial lighting. Create one main light and several point lights so that the residents of the house feel comfortable and can safely read a book right in the library without damaging their eyesight.
nine0003
Comfort and safety
Making custom furniture for the library is just one part of the job. It is equally important to take care of the safety of your household, who will want to use the library and enjoy reading the books you have collected. Be sure to purchase a stable, comfortable and lightweight ladder. Books on the top shelves should be as accessible as those on the bottom. If the height of the racks reaches 3 meters, the ladder must be fixed from above and made movable in both directions. nine0003
60+ photos, modern design ideas
Types of bookshelves
Main types of designs.
Wall-mounted
Most common, equipped with wall brackets. Mounted models can be a simple or multi-tiered structure with a different geometric shape. To create an original accent in the room, hanging shelves on ropes will help.
Pictured are hanging bookshelves near the window in the interior of a children's room. nine0003
Floor-standing
Similar products in the form of a combination of a cabinet with open shelves for books are characterized by good stability and, if necessary, can be moved to the right place in the room. These furniture elements often have a classic rectangular or corner design.
Pictured is a guest room decorated with floor-standing bookshelves.
Tabletop
These models can be conveniently placed on a table or chest of drawers and serve as storage space for books of various sizes. nine0003
Shelving
Such through structures do not clutter up the room and do not steal space, which is especially important in small apartments. Shelving provides convenient storage of the necessary literature and creates a very comfortable and cozy atmosphere in the room. In addition, these shelves can be filled not only with books, but also with various decorative elements, in the form of figurines, souvenirs, dishes, photographs, flowers and other trinkets that complement the decor. nine0003
Pictured is a living room interior with a three-tier white bookshelf.
Rack Shelf
Basically, the Rack Shelf is a rotating model or a horizontal rectangular structure on legs, special wheels or casters.
Such products are quite mobile and are most often performed in an open version.
Material
Types of materials used in the production of bookshelves:
- Wooden. Models made of natural wood or boards are a classic solution that always has a very beautiful and authentic look. Wood combines beautifully with glass or metal and is suitable for making carved shelves or racks in any configuration
- Metal. Iron models are distinguished by high strength qualities and durability. Sometimes metal is used only to create a frame to which shelves from any other materials are attached. nine0086
- Plastic. Quite a popular option, which is distinguished by neat execution, particular lightness and inexpensive cost.
- LDSP / chipboard. Such shelves have excellent performance, have a wide variety of colors and shapes, and are also characterized by a very affordable price.
- Drywall. Drywall shelving and shelves organically fit into a variety of interior spaces, are strong enough and provide the possibility of lighting equipment.
nine0086
Photo of bookshelves made of wood in the interior of the living room.
Shapes and sizes
With bookshelves that reach to the ceiling, an entire home library can be placed. Such a multi-level rack is considered more relevant for bright and spacious rooms. A special softening of the geometry of space and the environment can be achieved with the help of round and semicircular models, which have graceful sinuous lines and smooth shapes. nine0003
Quite a stylish and at the same time practical interior solution is herringbone products, which consist of several separate modules, shaped structures with honeycombs or diagonal rhombuses.
The photo shows the interior of the study, decorated with a corner bookcase.
The most current and fashionable option are vertical and horizontal shelves or racks. They are very reliable, static and can have any design that blends harmoniously with the overall style of the entire room.
In the case of a small room, narrow shelves are perfect, which do not attract too much attention and are a secondary piece of furniture. nine0003
Pictured is a modern living room with ceiling-height bookshelves.
Bookshelf colors
Designs in dark wenge shade are a classic solution. They look very expensive and endow the space with a certain luxury.
The photo shows white bookshelves located under the stairs in the interior of the hall.
For a more sober design, black, white, gray bookshelves or black and white models are preferred, which combine two contrasting colors at the same time, filling the environment with a modern spirit. nine0003
The photo shows the interior of the living room with hanging two-tier bookshelves in turquoise.
Location
For more rational use of free space in the room, book structures are installed in the corner. Such products can be wall-mounted, placed on the floor or have several sections.
Window openings framed by books have a particularly original look. An elegant wooden or plastic model by the window will help create a new interior image and add some zest to the room. nine0003
Pictured are illuminated oblique bookshelves located by the attic window in a private house.
To spice up the atmosphere, you can arrange book shelves above the fireplace, place them on both sides of the hearth or TV. To create a stylish design and comfortable reading before going to bed, products above the bed in combination with wall sconces will contribute. Achieving significant space savings is easily achieved through a structure installed around the doorway, which involves the storage of a large number of publications. nine0003
Photos of shelves in the interior of rooms
Photo examples of decoration in the design of various rooms.
To the children's room
This piece of furniture is an almost indispensable element in the interior of a schoolchild's room.
Shelves with books placed on them provide a neat look to the room, greatly simplify the learning process and allow the child to be accustomed to neatness. For the nursery, they choose the most convenient and at the same time original models, for example, it can be a round rotating rack, shelves in the form of wood, snakes, letters and much more. nine0003
The photo shows the interior of a boy's nursery with letter-shaped bookshelves above the table.
The best placement option is a place next to the bed, which provides comfortable reading before going to bed. According to the color scheme in the child's room, both bright products in blue, red and green tones, as well as models in more muted blue, peach or pink shades are appropriate. For a girl, shelves are chosen in the form of houses, a cloud, a flower or various animals. More thoughtful transformer models or interesting options are suitable for a teenager, which can be in the form of a ladder, globe, hemisphere, spiral, zigzag or triangular design.
nine0003
In the hall
In the living room at the expense of the home library, it turns out to achieve a truly aesthetic design. The place next to the shelves can be turned into a cozy reading nook by decorating it with a soft sofa or a comfortable armchair in combination with a floor lamp.
The photo shows a low floor bookcase in the interior of the living room.
On the balcony
A loggia or balcony space is often equipped with floor systems, hinged corner or straight models. In order to protect books from dust, moisture and UV exposure, closed shelves are also used. nine0003
In the bedroom
If there is a niche in the bedroom, it can be supplemented with bookshelves, which can differ in the most diverse form or be complemented by lighting. In this room, such products are often placed near the window, door or above the bed.
In the corridor
It is quite possible to place a home library in a rather long corridor.
Such structures are mainly installed away from the front door, equipped with shallow shelves and open facades, showing neatly and orderly arranged literature. nine0003
In an office
Shelving up to the ceiling is most often selected for an office and sometimes they are equipped with a retractable stepladder, thereby creating a single compositional design that adds special impressiveness and solidity to the interior.
Design ideas
Quite an original and at the same time practical solution is a rack with glass doors. This design with hinged or sliding doors is perfect for storing valuables that need to be protected from dust, moisture and sunlight. Sometimes a transparent glass facade is decorated with a barely noticeable tint. nine0003
The photo shows the design of a bookcase with glass doors in the office interior.
Wrought-iron bookcases are particularly functional and highly decorative, which, despite their elegant appearance, are very durable.
Antique products have a truly unique look and unusual design, undoubtedly becoming an original element of the entire interior.
Original shelf selection
Such unique designs are considered an independent interior decoration. For example, an original design solution is an armchair combined with book shelves, which saves space or various products of a non-standard shape, resembling a spiral, a wheel, a world map, and so on. Soaring models that have a hidden mount look especially unusual.
The photo shows the interior with original wooden bookshelves. nine0003
The tree-shaped structure with outstretched branches looks no less original and provides an interesting arrangement of books. Shelves or racks can also be made in the form of letters of different colors, such a design would be especially appropriate for a child's room.
Photo of bookcases
Shelves allow to emphasize the design of the surrounding space and form a practical interior.
They are particularly light and mobile, which makes it possible to change their location at any time. nine0003
Pictured is a corner wood bookcase in a spacious living room.
Thanks to the narrow shelving, which have a rather sophisticated and elegant appearance, it turns out to make the most efficient use of the free space of the room. In addition, with the help of a two-sided design, you can achieve competent zoning of space.
Examples for different styles
For rooms made in the classical direction, natural wood shelves are especially appropriate, which can be decorated with beautiful openwork carvings. In the Provence style, simplified narrower designs of white, milky, beige, pale brown or pink are most often found, with a vintage finish and an old look. nine0003
The photo shows a living room interior in a modern style with geometric bookshelves located above the fireplace.
The style of the loft suggests bookshelves with casual design, placed, for example, in an asymmetrical or checkerboard pattern.
