SID's custom-made shelving in a split-level Yuen Long house. Photo: SID
SID's custom-made shelving in a split-level Yuen Long house. Photo: SID
The Bild UnWaste Bookcase made from reclaimed plywood from construction site hoardings. Photo: Bild Architecture
The Bild UnWaste Bookcase made from reclaimed plywood from construction site hoardings. Photo: Bild Architecture
Ample Design's inset bookcase, which is set into an internal wall, offers storage without taking up space. Photo: Ample Design
Ample Design's inset bookcase, which is set into an internal wall, offers storage without taking up space. Photo: Ample Design
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The art of constructing the perfect home library

The trick is to arrange shelving in a way that does not dominate the space, but leaves favourite books visible and accessible

Peta Tomlinson
Peta Tomlinson

Updated: 2:54pm, 20 Jul, 2018

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SID's custom-made shelving in a split-level Yuen Long house. Photo: SID
SID's custom-made shelving in a split-level Yuen Long house. Photo: SID
The Bild UnWaste Bookcase made from reclaimed plywood from construction site hoardings. Photo: Bild Architecture
The Bild UnWaste Bookcase made from reclaimed plywood from construction site hoardings. Photo: Bild Architecture
Ample Design's inset bookcase, which is set into an internal wall, offers storage without taking up space. Photo: Ample Design
Ample Design's inset bookcase, which is set into an internal wall, offers storage without taking up space. Photo: Ample Design
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