In the era of electronic technology, many people no longerremember the last time they held a paper edition. And in vain. After all, nothing compares to the smell of your favorite book, turning its pages and homemade bookmarks… Moreover, books, like no other object in the house, create coziness, warmth and comfort. What can I say, the owner of an apartment with his own library evokes respect and interest. And who said that bookcases went out of fashion? We offer seven original ideas for decorating a home library. Get inspired!
1. Bookcase in the wall
A photo: Getty Images The easiest and most convenient way of arranging a bookcase is on the wall behind a sofa or armchairs. And it is better if the cabinet is built into the wall, and the books will be located not in colors and authors, but in a chaotic order. So, your shelves with books will resemble an exhibit of contemporary art, not the Lenin Library, but will not take up much space in the room.
2. Unusual bookcase
Photo:Getty ImagesYou can experiment and turn a cabinet into an art object that you won’t find in any museum. For example, how do you like the idea of a triangle cabinet or a fir-tree cabinet? Or maybe you prefer a circle cabinet or a diamond cabinet? In general, turn on your imagination and order book shelves based on a sketch you’ve drawn. You’ll see how pleasant it will be to look at your own creation!
3. Bookcase between windows
A photo: Getty Images If there are two large windows in your house that are parallel to each other, the bookcase can be placed between them! True, it is important to follow certain rules. First: the cabinet must be of a certain size (in no case it should not block the windows or create a shadow in the room). Second: the cabinet should not stand out, distracting attention from the general space.
4. Bookcase at the desk
Photo:Getty ImagesA separate office or work area definitely cannot do without a bookcase. It will create the right atmosphere and will please the eye. The main thing is that the desk with chair and the bookcase are in the same style. Which one exactly - it is up to you to decide.
5. Bookcase on a contrasting wall
A photo: Getty Images An excellent way to surprise guests is to use not the closet, but the shelves. And arrange them in a room on a contrasting wall: red, yellow or orange. And in this case, next to the books, it will be appropriate to look at such decor items as vases, paintings, figurines, photos within. By the way, this design method, by the way, is often used by Hollywood and Russian celebrities. And all because it looks like a very stylish design.
6. Corner bookcase
A photo: Getty Images Unusually and stylishly looks and corner bookcase. Especially if it is built into the wall or visually is a continuation of other pieces of furniture. By the way, if you decide to make shelves to the ceiling, be sure to put a ladder next to it. And not only to get the book from the last shelf, but also for beauty. The only thing is: the ladder must be made in the same style as the cabinet.
7. Low bookcase
Photo:Getty ImagesMinimalism lovers will surely like the idea of a low bookcase, which can also be used as a table or a nightstand. And what, it is very convenient and at the same time original and stylish.
