Book Shelves do not have to be for books make them Decorative-I'll show you how

Decorative Custom Book Shelves

After:
 Decorated and Homey.

This Home has an Old World Tuscan  meets World Traveler theme or story which is the inspiration for the decor for the shelves. By varying the shelves in heights you add interest. The Decor has Travel, Old World and Wine pieces with a touch of Luxury. I used wood, metal and glass pieces in the color palette of Amber, Brown, and Black. Yes I used a few decorative books here or there after all it is a book shelf:)

The mantel was painted to compliment the wood not sand out like a sore thumb as it did in white. By putting a few decorative accents it makes the mantel more interesting.
I found these items at: Bed Bath and Beyond-use your coupon:)
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                                 T J Maxx
                                 Kirklands
                                   

Before:
 16 shelves all the same height mantel was white and plain.
Books would be boring and unattractive-plus its too ordinary. The Decor should add to the room and compliment the design.