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The trend for storage with a dual purpose is growing, and the secret to its success often lies in its bespoke nature. Styling bespoke bookshelves can be tricky when you’re faced with empty space and bare wall panels however creating effortlessly beautiful storage can be easier than you think with our top tips.
When furniture is made precisely to fit and enhance a space it looks seamless. Storage solutions such as bespoke bookshelves and cabinets can be designed to suit your exact needs; to hide away items you don’t want on display and to artfully showcase the things you do want to see. A bespoke library or shelving system can utilise an awkward corner or an alcove and be tailor-made to accommodate the precise height of your books.
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If you are an avid collector, bespoke bookshelves can be customised to consider future growth. Individual cubes are great for compartmentalising by subject or author. Have fun with the colour of your books – arrange them by shade or coordinate them with other objects nearby.
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Find Your Theme
Open plan shelving is growing in popularity and can look highly decorative in any living space. The key is finding a theme or a focal point to then dress the shelf accordingly. Our designers can help to inspire ideas such as how to position artwork, photographs, pieces of sculpture or trailing plants. Interiors with a natural theme can give your home a sense of calm and serenity, offsetting the proliferation of technology and bringing a taste of the outdoors, inside.
Symmetrical or Random Placement of Objects
When designing your shelves, it’s a good idea to plan what you want to have on them first. An odd number of items with the largest as the centrepiece is easy on the eye as it creates symmetry. Always stand back and look at your display – if it doesn’t look or feel right then it probably isn’t. It’s surprising how some items that you wouldn’t usually place with each other look good when sat together on a shelf; for example a cluster of photographs in different frames or trailing plants and tall candles. Remember, the space between objects is often as important as the arrangement itself – it’s all about getting a sense of balance and proportion.
Zoning
If you’re placing your shelves or bookcase close to a window is there an opportunity to include seating into the configuration? A bay window could be an excellent place to include a window seat that also doubles as closed storage. A beautiful seating area creates a relaxed ‘zone’ where you can sit and read or simply enjoy the view, surrounded by your favourite things.
For more information about our bespoke storage solutions, request our free brochure or a design visit today.
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A real easy process, I would really recommend Neville Johnson to anyone. From the first phone call through to a very skilled fitter (who had to go above and beyond with our old house not having one straight line in it) it was all so easy. We couldn’t be happier that we chose to use Neville Johnson.
Richard Smith, Surrey
From our initial enquiry to the completion of our staircase, we have found all the members of the team at Neville Johnson to be very helpful, courteous and professional in all our dealings. The staircase has transformed our living space. We have been very impressed with this company from start to finish and would not hesitate to recommend them.
Pauline Treston, Northumberland
From the initial meeting with the senior designer to discuss our needs, to the surveyor and then the installer, we were extremely delighted with the end result. The installation process went without any problems. All the staff were very professional and we would recommend Neville Johnson without hesitation.
Rosalind Tunnicliffe, Solihull
From the outset of our contract with Neville Johnson, we were supported with design choices, given expert advice and all deadlines were met. Everyone was courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. The craftsmanship is superb; our staircase is now an outstanding feature of our open plan lounge.
Judith Scorer, Stockport
Our new staircase looks fantastic. We’ve had lots of compliments and it has transformed our hallway. The whole experience was great from beginning to end, from discussing our requirements to the finished article.
Mr & Mrs Begbie, Hampshire
From contacting the company to the point where the cupboards were fitted I was impressed by the whole process. The initial salesperson that visited was knowledgeable and helpful. I would certainly use Neville Johnson again and highly recommend this company.
Mrs S. D, Lincolnshire
From the initial contact with the company to the completion and installation everything was utterly professional; we have no hesitation in recommending the company to anybody. We are so pleased, that Neville Johnson is returning to install a new staircase!
Mr and Mrs Thorpe, Radcliffe
The room is transformed and has been hugely admired by family and friends. I was pleasantly surprised by the attentive and courteous client care – everything went according to plan and nothing seemed too much trouble. They were in regular contact before and after the installation. I would highly recommend Neville Johnson to anyone wanting to transform a room.
Cherry Murdoch, London
I cannot recommend this company enough. From first contact we received very high quality service. We were informed as to everything that was going on, which was backed up by the necessary paperwork, plans and phone calls. The fitter was competent and the work he did we can’t fault.
Mrs K Holroyd, Wrexham
From the moment the brochure was delivered, I was optimistic that we were buying quality. I wasn’t disappointed. All contact made was courteous, polite and clear, with phone calls confirmed by email. In short, we’re really thrilled with our library and it was effortless from start to finish.
Alison Cole, Swinton