Living room shelving ideas – 16 beautiful ways to display books, trinkets and treasured objects

Living room shelving is a great way to add extra storage space to the main room, as well as wow factor. 

The right freestanding shelving unit can transform a whole living room. It’s a place to store your collections as well as display your treasures. Whether you want a striking statement unit that will provide a focal point or a more discreet design that will blend in effortlessly, there’s a model out there to suit your space and style. 

Here we have explored our favorite living room shelving – perfect for adding impact and intrigue to living rooms and blank walls.

BY JENNIFER EBERT. CONTRIBUTIONS FROM PIPPA BLENKINSOP