{"id":5444,"date":"2023-02-21T20:33:54","date_gmt":"2023-02-21T20:33:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/howtostyle.com\/?p=5444"},"modified":"2023-02-21T20:33:54","modified_gmt":"2023-02-21T20:33:54","slug":"how-to-style-built-in-shelves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/howtostyle.com\/how-to-style-built-in-shelves\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Style Built-In Shelves?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How To Style Built-In Shelves?<\/span><\/h1>\n

Built-in shelves<\/a> provide much more than just storage space, they also add incredible style and charm to a home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Decorating built-in shelves is a fun and easy way to put your stamp on a room. It’s all about mixing and matching vases, boxes, frames, books, plants, and quirky accessories to create the layered shelf look that we love.<\/span><\/p>\n

Start With Books<\/span><\/h2>\n

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A good bookshelf looks like a carefully curated space, but it can be tricky to create a unified look that flows together. There are a few ways to make sure your shelves feel cohesive without getting too overwhelmed with varying books.<\/span><\/p>\n

The first step is to get organized and take stock of your books. It’s a good idea to gather them all on the floor and get a clear vision of how you want your shelves to look. This will help you think about which types of objects are best suited for this particular space, as well as what kind of symmetry you need to achieve.<\/span><\/p>\n

Once you have a clear picture of what you want your shelves to look like, start with the most visual pieces. These could be large baskets<\/a>, sculptures, framed artwork, or stacked cocktail table books.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also layer in smaller items, such as a few interesting vessels and decorative accents. This will help the books stand out and add dimension to your space.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another tip is to keep your color palette consistent throughout the shelves. This can be as simple as sticking with a base and metallic accent color, or you can experiment with a more eclectic mix.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, the shelf in this bedroom has an airy white base, but it’s punctuated with black and gold accessories. This works because each color has an even distribution throughout the shelf.<\/span><\/p>\n

To create visual weight, it’s important to use a variety of shapes and sizes of objects. These can be vases, frames, plants, souvenirs, or quirky decorative accents.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can mix your book collection by color. This works better for larger collections than small ones, though.<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s also a good idea to use a few different types of books on your shelves so that they don’t all seem too uniform. You can do this by grouping them by size and arranging them in rows or columns.<\/span><\/p>\n

Combining horizontal and vertical books can give your shelves a more interesting, varied look than tightly bunched stacks. You can even vary the heights of the books to add an element of interest.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mix It Up<\/span><\/h2>\n