The decorative part is the last piece of the puzzle that completes the interior. Believe it or not, shelves are the ones that offer the widest range of decor possibilities since you can place any kind of unit on them. Your shelves will sparkle in a new way, from the most minimalist approaches to the wildest decor solutions from us and a bit of individuality from you. Together with them, your interior will acquire a unique source of interest. Enough with the intro. Let’s get to the list of inspirational ideas!
A combination of knowledge and style
Whether you have a large book collection or just a few books you really love, don’t hesitate to expose them on the shelves. Putting them one after another in a row is not enough. Place them according to a decor system while adding decorative units, such as candles, plants, photos, anything that feels close to you. Don’t be afraid to experiment during the decoration process since any result is one way or another successful, all due to your personal approach.
Keep it functional
Since we rely mostly on functionality, considering contemporary trends, the decoration with baskets is worth mentioning. It works best for such spaces as the laundry room, kitchen, bathroom, although the living, bedroom, and kids’ room are not an exception. Use these units to store the things you would not like to expose, and benefit from a bonus: enrich your interior with nature-inspired wicker baskets as an exquisite piece of decor. It integrates particularly well into Farmhouse or Rustic interiors.
Black & White and a bit of texture
If you are the owner of crispy white shelves, don’t skip the idea of decorating them in a black & white theme. Consider various units in black that will perfectly stand out on the white background, and add splashes of texture to dilute the palette, such as pots with greenery, a few books, and a pottery collection. It is the contrast that makes the most of this solution, while the timeless combination of colors keeps it up to date.
Stay fresh and inspired
The easiest, most natural, and timeless approach is going with a full green decor. Fill the shelves with greeneries and let them refresh the space, serve as a source of inspiration, and enliven the interior. There is no limit in this sense. Consider hanging plants for a fabulous effect. Even when we refer to what room is suitable for such decor, there are no borders. Be it the kitchen, living, bedroom, home office, bathroom. The design definitely doesn’t go the wrong way when plants enter the play.
Stick to a monochromatic palette
Consider any decorative units you want. The main rule is to keep it monochromatic. Go with a single color for the shelves and decor, opting for various shades. It sounds simple, but it draws even more attention, not in an eye-catching way but rather by showing your good taste – sleek, modern, and unobtrusively stylish, which complements any interior, particularly minimalist ones.
Show off a collection
Use the shelves to display a collection of pottery, ceramics, vases, or other units that decorate this space according to a system, preserving consistency. It could be a collection inherited from your grandparents, a mix of pieces you bought while being abroad, or a gift close to your heart. Expose these feelings in a visible place and let them surround you constantly.
Boho freedom of taste
Go with a full Boho decor and enrich your shelves with as much uniqueness as possible. The current Bohemian trends suggest sticking to a white and beige palette, considering the aesthetically pleasing Boho decorative pieces you always come across in magazines. Additionally, opt for units of your own, whether it is a DIY project or simply a way of showing your perspective on style. Don’t forget the pots with indoor plants and culture-inspired units.
Minimalist functionality
Regardless of which room we speak about, a minimalist approach to the shelf decor is a go-to solution, even if it is designed in a different style. Whether you stick to a monochromatic palette, opt for a minimum number of colors, consider only a few yet impressive decor units, or go with pieces that refer to the particular space to keep it as functional as possible, you will not fail since all these are welcome for minimalist shelf decor.
Vintage chic
Are you the owner of exquisite antiques? Don’t hesitate to expose them on your shelves. It is not mandatory to integrate them into Vintage interiors. You can safely decorate with them the most modern space. Just imagine a monochromatic interior enriched with units that embrace the past and beautifully combine the old with the new. Take a look in your basement or visit a flea market. There is a unique charm about vintage units that brings the interior to the next level.
Coastal breeze
The modern approach to Coastal with soothing shades and simple yet standout decor made this style a go-to solution even when it comes to the decoration of shelves, whether it is a Coastal interior or not. Glass units, coral reef replications, Mediterranean decorative plates, a few splashes of blue combined with personalized decorative pieces are a perfect approach to your shelf decor.
Winter charm
If the previously mentioned solutions work for any season, particularly for summer and spring, it requires a slightly different approach during winter. Of course, you are free to decorate your shelves with eye-catching holiday units. Still, we suggest you stick to a rather minimalist approach. Combine the usual shelf decor with a few winter pieces here and there, such as brass figurines, spruce twigs, gold and silver units that reflect the charm of this season.
Autumn harmony
The same aspect tackled in the previous decor solution goes here. Only the decor pieces change. Consider a full autumn decor approach or accompany the usual arrangement with splashes of autumn finesse – calm colors, autumn leaves, decorative pumpkins, a few accent brown or orange splashes, and even an autumn-inspired DIY project. The list goes on and on. Stick to the rule that everything has to be unobtrusive yet original.
