Books have always been great conversation starters. On public journeys, it is common to engage others in discussions about books. Friendly exchanges often end with book suggestions, leading to interesting finds.
Books used to be kept away in cupboards to avoid dust and prevent them from being borrowed. However, getting a see-through book cabinet can change this by neatly displaying books and facilitating discussions about them when guests are present. The visibility of the books also encourages more reading among family members.
For those who prefer something different, there are multiple other creative ways to display books at home or in the office:
– Book Chair: A large comfortable chair with a built-in book alcove at the base.
– Vintage Trunks: Old trunks repainted in vibrant colors and used as book storage.
– TV Unit: A space beside the TV unit for easy access to books.
– Ceiling Cabinets: Glass cabinets near the ceiling to store less frequently read books.
– Room Partition: Shelves to store books and other décor in large living rooms.
– Furniture Alcoves: The space between furniture to create alcoves with drawers for books.
– Under-Stairs Shelves: Space under the stairs in a duplex converted into bookshelves.
– Headboard Shelves: The bed’s headboard converted into mini bookshelves for bedtime reads.
– Behind Doors: Bookshelves behind open doors for a fun twist when the door is closed.
– Revolving Bookshelf: An investment that could be placed in the living room or study.
– Bookends: Both beautiful and functional, they help organize books that are currently being read.
There are many ways to organize books, like arranging alphabetically, categorizing by genre, grouping by color, or sizing them.
Care must be taken to regularly dust book displays and avoid eating or drinking while reading to prevent spills. After the monsoon, books should be left out in the sun to prevent mold.
Books, besides their aesthetic value, bring wisdom and inspiration. Displaying them neatly increases the probability of them being read. Hence, they should be well-preserved and taken care of.
