By Leanne
Displaying your books needn’t be a big task, turn it into a fun project by building a library or nook that will give your books purpose (and look aesthetically pleasing). Please scroll down to discover our favourite book shelf ideas to help inspire your next home project.
Alcove Book Shelf
Alcove shelving is a design feature that can enhance your space, especially if you have recessed walls that you want to spruce up. These shelves from Dunelm are perfect for rentals as it’s damage-free. The curved feature adds a softness too and you can always paint these to match your wall colour for an invisible or floating look.
Book Shelf With Panelling
Choosing the right book shelf is not just about how many books you can fill it with. It’s about style too. If you love panelling, why not check out this gorgeous modern book shelf that has slat panelling effect on the back? It will add depth and a natural feel to your space.
Book Shelf Tree
Book shelf trees are a fab way to store your books if you are looking for a minimalist way to style your home. They come in different sizes too, depending on how tall you want it.
Mid Century Modern Book Shelf
This contemporary book shelf is perfect for stylishly showcasing your favourite books. The reclaimed wood gives a natural and cozy feel to this shelf too. With the enclosed cupboard, you can store more books that you might want hidden away or any other items like games or even turn them into a hidden bar!
Stand Along Book Shelf
There are many shelving units out there in sizes to fit all spaces: from big homes to small apartments. This lovely find from Homebase is perfect for a small space and can be used to create a book shelf wall if you have multiple of them lined in a row. These shelves will also work well in hallways as they are quite narrow.
Corner Book Shelf
Be clever with your book shelving by opting for a corner unit that can wrap around your sofa. Not only does this save on space, but it can serve as a zoning effect in your room to block a section of living space, ultimately making your space feel more spacious and functional.
Modular Book Shelf
This innovative bookcase will transform your ideas on what you can do in your home to store your books. The clever diagonal joins that connect each case gives you the freedom to make your bookcase curvy or straight for a unique bookshelf idea in your home. For larger rooms, you could use the Porada Demetra bookcase as a room divider for a cosy reading nook.
Book Rack For Small Spaces
Invisible floating wall shel from Amazon
Create a personal library of your best reads with this floating book shelf that cleverly lets you store your books in a small space. Not only that, you can create wall art using these shelves and your favourite book designs – it’s a win-win!
Industrial Ladder Book Shelf
This industrial style bookcase is ideal for minimalist spaces to declutter and reorganise your books so you can grab them when you need to. Effortless in style, the ladder effect is perfect for adding simple detail into your home without being bulky.
Invisible Bookcase
If you’re searching for a bookcase or shelving idea that takes innovation on another level, this DNA shaped bookcase is for you! Depending on what books you currently have, you can colour code your DNA bookshelf to show off your favourite titles in style while being a show-stopping decor piece in your living room or WFH office.
How will you Style Your Sanctuary?
Now you’ve seen our list of book shelf ideas, which one will you use to spruce up your space? From curvaceous shelving that doubles up as a room border, to clever space-saving units for narrow spaces and stylish shelves that add pazaz to your room. We would love to know how you display your books, get social with us on Tiktok, Instagram or Facebook!
