Some people have bookcases in there homes that's used strictly for books and books only. Now, if there not always reading those books from the shelf, the bookcase become dusty, outdated and well, just not cute at all anymore because of the lack of attention it gets. There are so many type of bookcases that come in all shapes and sizes, from wall to wall, to of course free standing, but why do most people just put books in them, when a well dressed bookcase can be the focal point of any room. Here are a few simple ideas for adding a dose of style to your own bookcases at home which will have most in awe when they walk in the door.
Paint- One of the easiest way to change your bookcase and allow it to stand out due to having white walls or white shelving, is to add a vibrant color of paint to the back of the bookcase. This will help everything that you place n the shelves, besides books, to stand out.
Contemporary Living Room by Mississauga Interior Designers & Decorators Elizabeth Metcalfe Interiors & Design Inc.
Baskets- There is no need to add too much to the shelf at can become cluttered and look messy. To keep a clean look, add baskets to a few of the shelves and make sure the baskets are in harmony with the the color of your vases and decor. Adding different sizes and shapes is a plus.
Baskets- There is no need to add too much to the shelf at can become cluttered and look messy. To keep a clean look, add baskets to a few of the shelves and make sure the baskets are in harmony with the the color of your vases and decor. Adding different sizes and shapes is a plus.
Contemporary Bedroom by Seattle Architects & Designers Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
A personal Touch- Bookcases aren't just for books. Adding framed photos of family and travel memorabilia, keeps those in memory of the meaningful life you've lead.
A personal Touch- Bookcases aren't just for books. Adding framed photos of family and travel memorabilia, keeps those in memory of the meaningful life you've lead.
Industrial Living Room by Portland Interior Designers & Decorators Jessica Helgerson Interior Design
Industrial Living Room by Culver City Architects & Designers Ehrlich Architects
Colored Book Arranging- When painting the back, adding colorful book spines works perfect, bringing lots of color to the bookcase. Grouping them in same color is important for balance.
Colored Book Arranging- When painting the back, adding colorful book spines works perfect, bringing lots of color to the bookcase. Grouping them in same color is important for balance.
Traditional Family Room by Richmond Home Stagers Carol Vaughan-Davis
Adding vases of one color or sets of 3 looks wonderful especially if the shelves are deep. You can layer the shelf adding plates with stands, placing flower arrangements on top of the books by laying them flat, piled from large to small and adding small items in the front giving the shelves more depth. Play with it to your taste.
I hope you enjoyed these tips and can use them to help you with changing or redecorating that old bookcase. Why not make it the focal point of your living room or office?! It's a beautiful thing!!!! :)
Adding vases of one color or sets of 3 looks wonderful especially if the shelves are deep. You can layer the shelf adding plates with stands, placing flower arrangements on top of the books by laying them flat, piled from large to small and adding small items in the front giving the shelves more depth. Play with it to your taste.
I hope you enjoyed these tips and can use them to help you with changing or redecorating that old bookcase. Why not make it the focal point of your living room or office?! It's a beautiful thing!!!! :)
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