15 Ideas for Shelf Displays
Personalized shelves [1]
Label shelves so each family member can show off their style and personality.
DIY shelves [4]
Stack benches to create unique shelves, perfect for rustic accessories such as our collection of watering cans or old books.
Cooking nook [7]
Keep specialized books where you'll need them most. We stashed our favorite cookbooks on a small kitchen shelf and added accessories that complement the room's colors.
Artfully arranged [10]
If storage is not an issue, skip a purely practical bookcase and arrange a few themed items. Use coordinating colors, sentimental objects and some books for an artistic vignette.
Show off collectibles [13]
These kitchen shelves offer both storage and a decorative display for the homeowner's 400-piece pottery collection, arranged by color and style.
Office decor [16]
Shelves in this home office combine practical storage with attractive art pieces. Lower cubbies keep paper products within easy reach.
Traditional display [19]
A geometrical grouping of portraits and formal furniture sets the tone for a traditional bookcase. Books stacked horizontally, vertically and at an angle mix with a few accessories in dark colors for a subdued, formal look.
Cascading colors [22]
Create a rainbow of reading and make a statement by color-coding your shelf. If you don't have a complete rainbow, stop by a local library sale to find the missing hues.
Extra, extra [25]
Use books as a pedestal for ceramics or vases. We added two books under the smaller dish on the second shelf.
Wrapped up [28]
Bold color backgrounds call for clean, simple lines. Wrap books in brown packing paper for a warm, uniform scheme.
Eclectic corner [31]
Display your favorite plants, photos or collectibles alongside books for a pleasingly eclectic look.
Full effect [34]
Incorporate the room's theme into the shelves. Crisp white bookshelves are in keeping with the light and airy feel of this space. Favorite seashells adorn the top shelves; matching baskets and boxes organize items on the lower shelves.
Color and whimsy [37]
Bright yellow accents and fun pieces such as owl bookends add to the visual appeal of this dark bookshelf.
Light it up [40]
Illuminate your favorite books or collectibles with track lighting.
Corner bookcase [43]
Bookshelves behind couches offer reachable reads. The globe collection on the top adds a fun touch to the book-heavy shelves.