Bookshelves are a great way to give life to any room whether it be purely for aesthetics or to solve storage solutions.

1. Low-line Bookshelf

1. Low-line Bookshelf
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Make a unit designed to span an entire wall for storage and display.

With these easy to assemble design, customise the fit to your desired space!

Learn how to build this bookshelf here.

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2. DIY Fireplace Shelves

2. DIY Fireplace Shelves
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Building these shelves around an already existing fireplace creates instant storage space and interior WOW! In this living area, four short stud walls were built to create two 2760 x 995 x 400mm alcoves either side of a central fireplace column.

Learn how to build it here.

3. Build A Doorway Bookcase

3. Build A Doorway Bookcase
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Create bookcases to surround a doorframe in your home.

This is a fantastic way to fill two awkward spaces the measurements are easily adapted to suit the dimensions of any space around a door.

Learn how to build it here.