Bookshelves to two walls or one?
marciey1972
6 years ago
Help please!
I have this room that I've just updated to grey walls, dark carpet, white shutters and I've added a lighting trough..which I love!
I want to add some bookshelves to back/side walls with maybe a small chair for a reading area. Problem is, I don't know how to configure.
I also have only 43 cm between window frame and back wall.
Please ignore the furniture. Also, the brick fireplace is being tiled.
Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated!!!
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marciey1972
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julie herbert
6 years agoI love what you have done, the lighting trough is fabulous, I love the idea of shelving for books instead of the usual bookcase, add a beautiful chair, your favourite pieces , great lamp and you will have a very stylish area.
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