Plywood and trim are all it took to convert an existing recess off a back door into a furniture-like storage wall in a potting-area-cum-kitchenette serving an outdoor patio. The built-in's true arch-no fool-the-eye face frame here-accommodates taller collectibles and sits proud of the wall, adding an elegant shadow line. Faced with a fireplace situated on a painted brick wall, he added millwork details to create depth and interest, and installed an arched-top bookcase on one side to balance a low bookcase underneath a window on the other side. In renovating this turn-of-the-century home, architect Tom Stringer had to work around some challenging existing features. Curved on TopĪ strategic built-in can turn an awkward niche into a design feature. They also act as a sound barrier between the master bedroom and bath. The fixed shelves mimic the rectangles formed by the bed, the bench, even the beams overhead-creating an airiness that suggests a larger space. The bookcase serves as both headboard and backdrop, providing storage for extra books, reading glasses, and decorative objects. Architect Mark Reilly designed the room around the minimalist canopy bed, aligning one shelf with the top of the mattress, continuing with equal-size book bays in the remaining space. This built-in bookcase plays all the angles. The shelves, made from 5/4 common pine stock, are fixed in place by means of dado cuts for a slightly rustic feel, while the uniform grid of shelves keeps the look simple and spare. The shelves in this open-plan living-dining area corral all the little things-books, art, bric-a-brac-and also maximize interior space by using the existing wall as the backing.ĭesigner and homeowner Bobby Houston attached the open-back shelves directly onto the horizontal pine paneling. Here, an updated 1950s cabin takes knotty-pine paneling into the 21st century with a whitewash treatment and integrated shelving. Pine-Paneled LookĮven a clean, streamlined interior needs a place to put stuff. Planning for such lighting ahead of building is crucial in order to safely run wiring behind the woodwork. Crown molding that continues along the wall connects the bookcases, as does painting the built-ins, moldings, and walls the same deep-blue hue.ĭesigner Ashley Whittaker extended the everything-in-its-place, shipshape feel of the room with library-style case-mounted lights. Here, the sofa sits snugly between bookcases that form an inside corner. Alcove Formationīuilding around a furniture piece creates a cozy, architectural feel. The large dormer window has a skylight effect, tempting readers to stay awhile. He turned two narrow shelf units outward to showcase the books since this upstairs landing is visible from the front door, and added panel detail to enhance the area left beside the larger units.Ĭonstructed from ½ clear-finish maple with MDF trim, adjustable shelves store books while window-seat cabinets hide games and other items. Happy Landing Anthony TieuliĪs part of the expansion of a 1915 Dutch Colonial, architect Paul Rovinelli transformed the hallway outside a new office into a light-filled reading nook. A ladder made from a kit slides along a circular rail secured with brackets to a special facing that conceals a beefed-up support. The top and bottom are wrapped with the same moldings that rim the ceiling and floor, completing the built-in look. The poplar boxes are screwed into the walls and ceiling, with flat poplar stock edging the thin ¾-inch MDF shelves for a heftier appearance and creating panel details along the bottoms and sides. Designer Bret Franks came up with the idea as a way to add old-house character to a new farmhouse with a completely open first floor beyond this office space.Īpple-green backing keeps the built-ins fun and family-friendly, as does the mix of objects dotting the adjustable-height shelves. Library Styleīookcases arranged to form a passageway and united with flat trim create a mini library, complete with a rolling ladder that beckons young readers to hunt for a good book on the topmost shelves. Here are seven ways to make them special. Made to rise ceiling high, create an alcove for furniture, or wrap an existing nook, they can add style, charm, and architecture to an interior, all while offering custom storage and display space. Sure, you can pick up some knock-together set of shelves, but built-ins provide so much more than just a place to stash your stuff.
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