Bookcases & shelving units

To organize your bookcase, start by emptying the shelves and grouping items by category: books, magazines, documents, decorative objects, small items or everyday essentials. This will help you see what needs to stay in the bookcase and what could be stored somewhere else.

Then decide which items you want to keep on display and which you would prefer to organize more discreetly. Books, frames and decorative accessories can stay visible on the shelves, while smaller items, cables, papers or toys can be placed in storage boxes or baskets.

A good approach is to leave some empty space between items, so the bookcase does not look overcrowded. Combine horizontal and vertical stacks of books, add a few decorative pieces and keep the items you use most often on the easiest-to-reach shelves. This way, your bookcase becomes more functional and more beautiful within the room.

To organize your books, first choose the system that works best for you. You can organize them by category, author, size, color or frequency of use. If you read often or look for specific titles, organizing by topic may be more practical. If you want a more decorative look, organizing by color or height can create a more coordinated result.

On bookcases and shelving units, place heavier books on the lower shelves and lighter books or decorative items higher up. This helps the composition feel more balanced and keeps the bookcase practical for everyday use.

For magazines, notes or smaller printed materials, use file holders or boxes so the shelves do not become cluttered. You can also keep one shelf for the books you are currently reading, so you can find them easily without searching through the whole bookcase.

To place books in a bookcase in a practical and attractive way, start with the larger and heavier books. Place them on the lower shelves so the bookcase has a more stable and balanced look. Smaller and lighter books can be placed on the middle or higher shelves.

You can place books vertically, as in a classic bookcase, but also horizontally in small stacks. Horizontal stacks can also work decoratively, especially if you place a small object, frame or decorative accessory on top. This gives the bookcase a more interesting look and keeps it from feeling too uniform.

If you have many books, try to leave some areas lighter by combining books with decorative accessories, plants or storage boxes. This way, the bookcase stays organized while also becoming part of the room’s decoration.

To style a bookcase, start by combining books with objects that add character to the room. You can add frames, plants, decorative accessories, small lights or objects with personal value. The result becomes more interesting when the bookcase is not filled only with books, but includes variety in height, color and texture.

A practical idea is to create small “compositions” on each shelf. For example, a vertical row of books, a small horizontal stack and a decorative object next to them. You can also leave some empty spaces, so the bookcase feels lighter and more balanced.

Lighting can also highlight your bookcase. A subtle lighting solution can draw attention to decorative objects, plants or favorite books and make the bookcase feel warmer in the room. Combine the bookcase with decorative cushions and cushion covers or other living room elements for a more complete result.

To install a shelving system on the wall, start by measuring the available space carefully and deciding what you want to store or display. If you plan to store books or heavier items, take the weight into account and choose a solution that fits the intended use.

Before installation, check the wall material and use the right fixing devices. Tall or heavy shelving systems should be secured to the wall according to the product instructions, so they can be used properly and safely. If you are not sure about the wall type or the fixings you need, it is best to ask a specialist for help.

Wall shelves are ideal for small spaces because they make use of vertical surfaces without taking up floor space. They can be used in the living room for books and decorative pieces, in the home office for documents, in the kitchen for jars and utensils or in the bathroom for towels and personal care products.

To create a shelving system that suits your needs, start with the space and how you want to use it. Think about whether you need open storage for items you use often or more closed organization for things you do not want to keep visible every day. You can combine shelves, cabinets, drawers, baskets and boxes so every item has its own place.

Bookcases and shelving units can adapt to different rooms and needs. In the living room, they can hold books, decorative objects and devices. In the home office, they can organize folders, documents and office supplies. In the hallway or wardrobe area, they can be combined with boxes and baskets for shoes, accessories or seasonal items.

For a cleaner look, combine open shelves with storage boxes and baskets. This way, you can keep the items you want to display visible and store smaller or everyday items more discreetly.

To create storage shelves inside your wardrobe, start by assessing what you need to store: clothes, shoes, bags, household textiles, accessories or seasonal items. Then divide the space into zones, so each category has its own place.

On wardrobe shelves, place the items you use most often at arm height, while off-season items can be stored higher up. For smaller items, use clothes organization solutions, such as boxes, holders, dividers or hanging organizers, to make better use of the available space.

If you have an open wardrobe or want a tidier look, clothes storage boxes and baskets can help reduce visual clutter. Add labels to boxes so you can find what you need more easily, especially when storing seasonal clothes or household textiles.

Storage boxes are one of the most practical ways to organize small or larger items in bookcases, shelving units, wardrobes and other areas of the home. You can use them for toys, documents, cables, accessories, household textiles, seasonal items or things you do not want to keep on display.

In a bookcase or shelving unit, storage boxes help keep the space visually cleaner, especially when there are many small items. You can choose boxes that match the color and style of your room, so storage also works as part of the decoration.

For even more practical use, organize boxes by category and add labels. For example, one box for cables, one for documents, one for photos or one for children’s toys. This makes it easier to find what you need and helps shelves stay tidier in everyday life.