Showing posts with label Book Shelves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Book Shelves. Show all posts

Monday, September 12, 2011

A Change of Style

Posted by MAKMU ta On Monday, September 12, 2011

This beautiful bedroom now reflects the taste
of the woman of the house.

This client was new to the home, she married into family of 6
where her new husband had been a widower.
So, much of the style of the room was that of the
 previous lady of the house.


BEFORE
There was a lot in the room and we needed to trim it down.
Notice the heavy armoir on the side wall.


AFTER
We moved the heavy piece and created a grouping on the wall. 
 It feels much more to scale and quite warm and inviting.


BEFORE


AFTER
We found out as we tried moving the armoir that it was in three pieces.
Which was perfect, because now we could take the drawer sections
and use them in the closet as a dresser.


BEFORE


AFTER
The art grouping on the wall with the lamp
even out the space and help to create a warm inviting atmosphere.


The newly married couple now have space 
to hang some wedding photos.


Notice what a difference the curtains make.


Simple and clean decor.





BEFORE
A different view of the side of the room.
See how the mirrored piece was just to large for the space.


AFTER
The bookcase with the painting feels much better.


BEFORE
Notice the corner by the window.
The dresser that is there feels too tight for the space.


AFTER
See how the taller narrower cabinet works so much better.

Sooo... fun to see the transformation!


Monday, June 28, 2010

Freshen Up your Book Shelves

Posted by MAKMU ta On Monday, June 28, 2010

I have had some requests for help with decorating book shelves.
Sometimes they just get full of too many things and it is time to "Freshen them up"!

This little bookshelf has only a few books, but see how it is accessorized with a few frames an oval clock, and a few round balls on a pedestal -- it is nice to add in some round elements to such a rectangular space.



Notice the plant and the wicker basket.  It is always good to add a natural element or two.



On this shelf see how the books are arranged on the outside edges of the shelves and  decorative elements are the focal point on the middle sections.


Framed pictures and vases work well along with a few books.



If you have alot of space and alot of books, sometimes it is nice to have a decorative accessory all alone on a shelf --- as well as arranged throughout the books.



See the pieces of art and a plate propped up on the back of the shelf with a few items in front.
It really adds interest to your book shelf.




In this room they took out some of the shelves
and hung larger pieces of art on the back.

See how many different ways you can decorate a bookshelf!

Now go and give it a try at your house!


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