Design shelves: display and store
A shelf is both storage and showcase. Well chosen and well styled, it becomes one of the highlights of a room.
Wall-mounted or freestanding?
A wall shelf frees up the floor and suits small spaces: a kitchen, a bathroom or above a desk. A freestanding shelving unit, more substantial, gives a room structure and can even act as a divider.
Materials and makers
Solid wood from Raw Materials and Andersen brings warmth and strength; House Doctor combines wood and metal for a more industrial look; Bloomingville and Affari of Sweden offer lighter designs in rattan and wood.
Your questions
How much weight can a wall shelf hold?
It depends on the model, but also on the fixings and the wall: use plugs suited to your wall (concrete, brick, plasterboard).
How do I style a shelf beautifully?
Leave about a third empty, vary the heights and group objects in threes.
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