Bookshelf Update
During certain seasons, you may feel the itch to refresh your home. While a full living room revamp may be exciting, it’s not always in the cards. Sometimes a room revamp is more than you’ve budgeted, and sometimes you’re just not sure where to start or what you want. A simple change, however, will update your room in no time. Whether you’re an avid reader, love design, or just want to infuse some new energy into your space, these tips will help you transform your bookcase into a great area of inspiration for the rest of your home.
Bookcases offer endless possibilities.
If you’re planning to do your bookcase in spring, think about carrying the vibrant colors and new beginnings into your home. For a fun or artistic touch, consider arranging your books by color to create a visually stunning display. Get creative, trying a variety of gradients that speak to you and your space. For example, you could gradually transition from cool winter hues to warmer, sun-kissed tones such as reds, oranges, yellows, and greens, which would mirror the changing landscape outside your window.
If the shelving itself is one color, for example, white or beige, add a backdrop. That is a great way of infusing color without painting all the shelves at once. For a big visual impact, attach temporary wallpaper featuring floral motifs or a favorite color on the back area to instantly set a different tone. It’s a very simple way to turn your bookcase into a bright work of art that your books reside in.
A beautiful area of beauty.
As spring florals begin to bloom, you may be tempted to bring some of these colors and flowers into your home. You bookcase may be the perfect place to display them, too. You could place small potted plants like succulents, ferns, or other colorful blooms alongside your books. Or you can display cut flowers from your garden or local market in vases on the top surface. No matter what you choose, the positioning of organic greens against books will add an instant touch of freshness that breathes new life into your home and space.
Beyond flowers and fresh blooms, consider incorporating other natural elements into your bookshelf styling. Swap out your standard bookends for ones shaped like birds, flowers, playful animals, or anything else that exudes the essence of the season. Or set out small pieces of framed artworkt hat not only complement the color scheme and theme of the room but also echos the outdoor scenery.
Reflect the changes of the season in your home.
You can enhance the ambience of your bookcase by playing with lighting. Hang small mirrors that reflect the natural light that reaches into your home. Hanging mirrors on the side of a bookcase can make the whole room feel more open and airy. String lights or small LED lamps nestled among your books to further create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. This is especially true as the sun sets. In the room, with additional lighting, your space will emit the warm glow of a springtime evening.
And, remember, spring is one opportunity to make these additions to your bookshelves. But every season brings with it the opportunity to change up a space that brings the outside in. Even in winter, incorporate elements that make you feel warm and snuggly inside a room that otherwise may feel colder and less inviting.