I’ve been seeing more bookshelves surrounding doorways and really like how it can make a small space feel really cozy and intimate. It’s perfect for a room like the library above.

Or, if you’re short on space, extending the shelves to the ceiling and using the area above doorways (which is usually empty) is a great use of space.

I love the feel of this space! It looks like just a pass through area but with clever shelving, transformed into a great place to hang out.

(Photos: 1.Architectural Digest 2.Hus o Hem 3.Atovakka 4,5.via Pinterest as linked 6.via Bookshelf Porn)

Bookshelves are running a very close second to art walls these days as far as my obsessions go. I think I’ve said before that my nosey side definitely comes out when I see a bookshelf. I just love seeing what’s on them!

I’ve posted a ton of bookshelves before like this one:

but here are a couple that are new to me:

This house has been published everywhere (and for good reason) and I think the bookshelves are my favorite part:

I favor shelves that have a mix books and objects but are heavy on the books.  What about you?

(Photos: via Pinterest as linked)

I’m constantly tweaking all of my bookshelves to get them just right. I’m taking a pretty orderly approach but these slightly messy ones always appeal to me too.

We can’t leave out everyone’s favorite room:

What do you think? Are you fan of the slightly disheveled look like me?

(Photos: 1.via Ill Seen Ill Said 2.Lonny 3.via Eric-Z 4.Country Living 5.Melanie Acevedo)