Take advantage of open shelving by placing shoes neatly in a row. Toni Hammersley of A Bowl Full of Lemons puts her kids' shoes on shelving because she can fit several pairs and grab them quickly when she's on the go.
Open front kitchen cabinets with a chalkboard backsplash add a playful touch to this white cottage kitchen. Meanwhile, the kitchen's high-glossed butcher block countertops are as beautiful as they are functional.
In the living room, a open shelving system offers both storage space and imaginative display potential for artwork and accessories. Adding two tabletop topiaries brings an organic, natural element.
Floating shelves provide extra storage space in this laundry room. An ironing station tops the hanging hampers, keeping everything organized and efficient.
Sleek fixtures and a neutral color scheme give this bathroom a contemporary vibe. A built-in storage shelf provides ample room for stowing towels, personal care items and decor.
The sculptures by Theresa Knight McFadden in this see-through bookcase in the hallway of the powder room are unique conversation pieces. The gray paint color of the bookcase is set off nicely by the white trim of the door and window.
The open shelving in this kitchen stretches all along the countertop and stores a beautiful mixture of dishware, plants, sculptural pots and linens. It's a lovely, easy way to add texture to a room.
This walk-in closet is a perfect storage spot for a woman. Open shelving gives easy access to folded clothes and other storage while built-in drawers provide more private organization. Countertop space works for extra storage, prep room and even seating, keeping the middle of the room open and easily maneuverable.
Designer Leanne Ford uses pretty dishes to hold dish towels, an interesting and easy way to add texture to the kitchen, as seen on HGTV's Restored by the Fords.
An open kitchen shelf displays a playful melange of bowls, a reflection of the masterful mix of elements throughout the house. The sleek bowls counterbalance the antique baskets, making the arrangement feel balanced.
Contemporary Walk In Closet With Decorative Double Door Closet, Rose Pink Rug and Open Shelf Shoe Storage
A skylight lets in natural light over this bright, white walk in closet. A decorative double door closet features a 3D design and crystal door knobs. Stacks of drawers are topped with white countertop and a built in open storage shoe shelf. A rose rug adds color to the room, and a neutral ottoman finishes the space.
Unique Open Vertical Shelf Room Divider And Coastal Decorations Under Exposed Ceiling Beams
Open vertical panels create a subtle room division as well as display space in this bright, coastal room. A dark wood table adds beautiful contrast to the white walls and neutral carpet. Coastal decorations give the room personality and bits of color.
