I’m absolutely loving this idea from the Apartment Therapy site! A full blown DVD library over the bed for the ultimate small living library solution. Bonus, a huge under the bed pullout to house even more of the extensive collection and all thanks to some clever hacking of Ikea’s Lack shelving system.

I’m a book lover and have always wanted a library in my house - a room with wall to wall books sends my heart aflutter. Unfortunately, small spaces get even smaller when they are filled with books. That’s why I love this solution that fits the entire library above a bed nook.

The lighting under the shelves keeps the shelves from becoming oppressive while adding drama to the floating concept.

Not a book or DVD lover? This idea could  be used for numerous storage ideas. What about glassed in cases filled with your finest collectibles or art pieces? Or, for the more practical, put away out of season clothing and lines.

I am a huge fan of Ikea’s Lack Series and have used their floating shelves in my own space to create a “built in” hutch above a dresser that I use as a china cabinet/sideboard in my dining area. Lack products are made of recycled wood products, are quite durable and come in a range of colours and configurations. If you have some carpentry skills and tools, try hacking together a “built in” of your own!

Are you using some innovative storage solutions in your place? Please share!

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