The Ultimate Small Space Standing Bookshelf Hack



Do you love displaying your books but struggle to find enough bookshelf space in your home? Whether you have limited floor space, a small living area, or have run out of shelving options, finding a functional bookcase can be challenging. However, there is a solution that maximizes vertical storage, providing a neat and efficient way to stack your hard and paperback books for all to enjoy. Vertical bookshelves like the TUTOTAK or SEI book tower save floor space that traditional bookcases occupy. Not only do these shelves allow you to decorate with your books, but they also keep them easily accessible for reading.

Vertical space is increasingly valuable in homes. Utilizing vertical storage options like floating shelves, wall hooks, and book towers enables you to store and display more items while creating an interesting and stylish layout. Freestanding book towers offer narrow vertical storage, freeing up space for larger furniture pieces and adding height interest to a room. By incorporating lower elements like stools or tables, you can create a cozy and inviting atmosphere.



Stack books to save space and add style

A freestanding book tower helps declutter your space by maximizing vertical storage. You can place multiple bookshelves next to each other or throughout a room to accommodate more books. Books themselves are pieces of art, so utilizing a book tower allows you to showcase different types, colors, patterns, prints, and materials, adding texture and dimension to your space without the need for additional artwork. This design creates the illusion of a freestanding stack of books supported by subtle shelves, maximizing storage space in a small home.

Organize your books by color for a visually appealing display, or curate a collection of books with a specific theme or design. Consider upgrading older books with wrapping paper or fabric to create a more aesthetic look. Mixing different types of books on the shelf can create a unique effect on its own. Use the top tier of the book tower as a shelf for plants or trinkets to add visual interest and functionality, similar to repurposing old books as a side table.

Reg Miller Award
Reg Miller Award

Reg Miller Award recipient, Lewis Lydon with OA Chairman, Pete Shadbolt and CEO, Lechelle Earl.