Unbelievable New Uses For a Bookshelf

Five creative alternatives to elevate your space. Shelves only used for displaying favorite titles? Not quite.

photography by Annie Schlechter 

faux walls
When it comes to small spaces, multi-functional pieces are key. This modern bookshelf seamlessly transitions into a chic divider.

Find more tips on maximizing tight spaces here.

photography by Deborah Jaffe

an entertaining center
Get the bar you always wanted, by revamping a basic shelving unit. Fill it with glassware, a curated tray of bar top essentials, and a few bottles of the good stuff. 

home bar checklist to help you get started.

photography by Mary Rozzi

the garden shelf
A distressed bookcase effortlessly captures the essence of the outdoors with an eclectic assortment of natural textures and elements - making for the perfect tool and plant storage space.

photography by Justin Bernhaut

closet organizer
A spot to display the finest of your accessories, when a lack of space discourages it. 

See more clever organization tricks for every room in the house.

photography by Formula Z/S (Scott & Zoe)

the makeshift office
When your bedroom, living space, and office are all located within the same room, creating boundaries can be tricky. This brillant revamp takes advantage of a bulky bookcase, with strategically-placed shelves, emulating the real thing.