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Built-in shelves can add style and functionality to aliving roomof any size.
Check out these built-in living room shelves in a range of styles for inspiration.
Maximize Space
Morse Design
A-frame houses can pose certain complications when trying to decorate and maximize space.
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The angle of the walls can make it difficult to useprefab cabinetswithout causing a visual break.
In this case, custom living room built-ins can provide an excellent solution.
Accent lighting or deep contrast helps draw the eye to where it’s supposed to go.
Morse Design
Focus on Artwork
Use built-ins to frame a large piece of art to create a focal point.
The result is a calm, inviting living room that holds plenty of storage without being a huge distraction.
The contrasting color manages to create a focal point amid all the shelves.
Design byMarie Flanigan Interiors/ Photo by Julie Soefer
Mix Open and Closed Storage
Mary Patton Design
Create a contemporary look with a classicneutral color scheme.
Wall to Wall
Honestly, is there really such a thing as too much storage?
Try a Two-Tone Look
Customization of built-in shelves doesn’t have to stop with the measurements.
Kendall Wilkinson Design
Add Arches
Add arches to the top of yourfireplacebuilt-ins to soften the look.
Paint the built-ins and fireplace mantel and surround in the same color for a cohesive feel.
Install Floating Shelves
Ashley Montgomery Design
Floating shelves make the built-in process that much simpler.
Leclair Decor
Pieces of wood can be custom-cut to fit a variety of spaces regardless of height or width.
Seating can also be a component.
Thiswindow seatreading nook(with storage underneath) creates a picturesque view to sit and read by the window.
Light and Dwell
The two arched built-in shelves on either side complete the look.
A few books, some small decor items, and the television are all right at home.
Add wallpaper to the back of built-ins to add color or pattern.
Kendall Wilkinson Design
Do built-in shelves add value to the home?
Built-in shelving may add value to your home under the right conditions.
How much should built-in shelves cost?
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How much weight should built-in shelving be able to hold?
How to DIY Home Office Built-in Cabinets and Bookshelves.
How Much Do Built-In Bookshelves Cost?Angi.
Design byMarie Flanigan Interiors/ Photo by Julie Soefer
How Much Do Built-In Bookshelves Cost?HomeAdvisor.
Kendall Wilkinson Design
Leclair Decor
Mary Patton Design
Leclair Decor
Kendall Wilkinson Design
Whittney Parkinson Design
Morse Design
Ashley Montgomery Design
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Jessica Nelson Design
Amy Lefernik at Interior Impressions
Whittney Parkinson Design
