Interior designer MaCenna Lee creates a DIY brick hearth and bookshelves in episode two of a living room makeover.

Bookshelves aren’t just for books. They’re also a canvas for personal expression, a stage for treasures, and a critical design element in any home.

But don’t leave any shelves completely empty, says Lindley Arthur, lead designer for Lindley Arthur Interiors. “Unless it’s a very modern home, I don’t love empty spaces on bookshelves.” ...

9. Add a dash of color on the back of the bookshelves with lacquered paint or a textured wallpaper. Both are always a great eye catcher. 10. As you arrange your shelves, take your time. Step back and ...

PUBLISHED: August 14, 2010 at 10:00 AM PDT Interior designer Betsy Burnham doesn’t buy many bookcases these days. She’s more likely to create built-in bookshelves for the homes she designs.

Wed, November 4, 2015 at 2:30 PM UTC Bookcases are a staple in many a living room, and they’re a wonderful way to tell guests a little something about yourself. The contents of your bookcase can ...

Of course, the bookshelf is the anchor of this look — but not just any bookshelf. Floating shelves or bookcases made from metal or glass, for instance, are too airy for the bookshelf wealth vibe ...

New York interior designer Celerie Kemble, author of the book To Your Taste, says custom built-in bookcases are ideal and are especially appealing when they surround windows.

Architect and interior designer Nomita Joshi-Gupta says she loves helping people design and decorate their bookshelves because they can reveal so much about someone's personality and interests.

Decorated by Regan Baker Design, this bookcase has room for everyone in the home to have their own dedicated shelf. It also has a secret door that opens into a storage closet.

Luxury Interior Designer, VPI Design by Dina Varner, explains the ways that bookshelves upgrade the aesthetic of any space instantly.ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / June 25, 2021 / Throughout history ...