Making the most of alcoves
Adding fitted cupboards and shelves to alcoves can be a great use of space; they provide fantastic storage, the opportunity for displaying finishing touches and even work spaces. It’s important to think about the functionality and the design: what you need and what you need from the space.
Image credits: Amara Interior Blog AwardsAdd a little light
Image credits: HowdensLight features on your shelves enhance your displays and create ambience within the room. Be playful with this: coloured lighting; uplighters; downlighter; LED lighting.
Highlight with white
Image credits: Little House on the CornerMatch white painted cupboards and shelves with your skirting boards and architraves against a darker wall colour. This is a fantastic technique to highlight your display and lighten up the room.
Feature colour
Image credit: My Bespoke RoomPainting your shelving in a bold colour creates a statement feature. Sometimes it can be a little daunting to add colour to your walls, this is a great way to ease yourself in!
Wallpaper patterns
Image credits: Sheer LuxeTo add some pizazz to your fitted cupboard space, choose a bold print wallpaper. Patterns behind the shelving add depth and make for a playful twist. This works particularly well in display and work spaces as plenty of the wallpaper is visible.
Work spaces
Image credits: My Bespoke RoomFitted work spaces are super efficient use of space: you have a place to work and also have the opportunity to incorporate lots of extra storage. Win, win!
Snuggly seats
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If you love having a quiet reading corner, snuggling up or are in need of extra seating then this could be an ideal solution for you. You can utilise the bench as storage and even add a few shelves or pictures. Dress with a padded seat, cushions and a throw for a super cosy result.
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