Let's be honest. Sometimes, it's hard resisting not to buy something you really like. Whether it's that new mystery novel everyone's talking about or another floral dress for the summer. And this is how we end up with so many things that we don't have where to put. Our closets are full of clothes we've got at random sales, and our kitchen buffet is with souvenirs from each trip we've taken.
So, that leaves us with no other option than to use shelves. After all, if you really liked a particular thing, then it's shouldn't be a problem to showcase it in plain sight. Besides allowing you to dedicate a space to the various things you own when used right, a shelving unit can also make a stylish statement. Here are some smart and attractive shelving ideas to get you inspired to finally put an end to all that clutter.
Bookshelves
Adding a bookshelf is always a great idea as they come in a plethora of unique designs to bring a personal touch to the space. You can choose between ones with a honeycomb design to angular ones, units with ladder-like shape, cubed, modular or bookshelves on wheels. And despite what the name suggests, bookshelves do not have to only keep books. You can display and store some other items as well, from clocks to pen holders, candles, ornaments and everything else that can fit.
Wall Shelves
But if you don't have much floor space available to fit an entire bookshelf, you can always utilise your walls. By keeping things off the ground, you can make the space feel more open which can create a more soothing and airy atmosphere. A great location for hanging shelves is above the sofa. This way, you're turning an often-overlooked space into a decorative feature. Wall shelves are also a convenient solution for adding storage to your bathroom.
And if you have any stairs, the walls along them are an especially great candidate for adding shelves. As we're so used to seeing stair walls left blank, a unique and colourful shelving unit can give them more personality. Just make sure that you hang the shelves at a height that allows you to access them safely.
Hanging Rails
An unconventional form of shelving are hanging rails. Instead of resting the items on top of them, you can simply hang them. This gives you easy access to certain things like kitchen towels, aprons or mittens. Hanging rails are also a beautiful way to organise your wardrobe by bringing out and displaying the pieces you love to wear the most.
