Styling bookshelves with books

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A bookcase can be a beautiful focal point in a room as long as it is properly arranged and showcased instead of books thrown randomly on shelves. Here are some tips and tricks for decorating your bookcase like a professional. Mostly BooksSince bookcases hold books, at least 75% of the items on a bookcase should be books, else your bookcase is actually a display cabinet (which is not necessarily a bad thing). For a library feel, only display books in your bookcase. Display hardback books…

In this 'real life' interior style inspiration, you'll get some practial, realistic tips on bookshelf styling when you have a lot of books.

When I was growing up, my family’s living room bookshelf was full of my parents’ law books. It wasn’t until I developed my own style that I realized I don’t have to stock my shelves like attorneys—and my bookshelves no longer have to be boringEven though I’m a literary buff, bookshelf trends have helped me see that shelves don’t always have to be exclusively for books, either. Looking to upgrade your own bookshelf game?

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If you're just lining up your books alphabetically on metal shelving units, you're missing out on a great decorating opportunity. A well-styled bookcase pairs functionality with aesthetics, letting your books become part of the decor and an expression of your personal style. With a selective arrangement of books, collectibles, and objects of art, you can create a tableau that’s both practical and beautiful. Try these styling tips to give a boring bookcase a sophisticated makeover.

Beyond just housing your favorite reads, bookcases offer a unique opportunity to display decor, collectibles, and personal mementos. Explore ways to curate eye-catching arrangements with a mix of horizontal and vertical stacks, interspersed with art pieces, plants, and decorative objects that reflect your personality. Learn how to choose the right bookcase style—from minimalist floating shelves to grand, traditional pieces—that complements your home's decor. Discover styling tips to achieve…

Elevate your bookshelf game with these 15 effortlessly chic and trendy bookshelf decor ideas that will make your space look like a million bucks

I'm sharing 10 tips for shelf styling a built-in with lots of books on the blog today. Click over to the post to read my tried and true tips & tricks.