![]() ![]() “Sometimes custom millwork, like this photo, is ideal to achieve a library feel. “We provide a solution for each unique situation,” says Damon Liss, who designed this Tribeca loft for his family. Through the doors, the dining area features a vintage table and Hans Wegner wishbone chairs. “At Sigmar, we always like to include storage in our projects as it helps to keep spaces uncluttered,” says Barbara Braeunlich, a designer at Sigmar, who adds that books give homes a “lived-in feel.” The firm designed the custom bookshelf and ladder in this London flat. A Fontana Arte Wig suspension lamp by Chris Hardy hangs over the table. The shelving unit in this East Hampton, New York, dining room by Timothy Godbold combines open and closed components, so it doubles as a display space as well as a storage unit. The NeoWall sofa is by Piero Lissoni and the Ondine 530 chair by Vladimir Kagan. There is an astounding amount of storage in the library of this Brazilian penthouse by Studio MK27, a double-height space for which they designed floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving. The safari chairs are by Kaare Klint and the side table is vintage. ![]() “For spaces that are unusual in size, custom-designed pieces like library shelving are also a great option.” For the Zeffs’ home in East Hampton, New York, their architecture and design firm custom made the shelving, which was produced in Italy by Tedeschi Italia. “We like to use vintage and antique storage pieces whenever possible,” says Kristen Zeff, who works with her husband, Mark Zeff. Photo by Scott Frances/OTTOĬustom shelving frames the sofa in this Bargersville, Indiana living room by Angie Hranowsky. The library on the landing of this New York townhouse by Peter Pennoyer Architects features arched niches the echo the shape of the doorways and the vaulted ceiling. Photo by Peter MurdockĪ built-in bookcase painted a vibrant shade of purple pops in this modern White Webb–designed weekend home in upstate New York. In this Sag Harbor, New York, library by David Kleinberg the wall of bookshelves, window seat and fireplace make for an undeniably cozy space. This shelving unit, with its unexpected proportions, adds another element of visual interest to a South Miami Beach dining room by Frank Roop. ![]() The space includes walls of built-in bookcases, a custom sofa and a wood marquetry cocktail table by Behun. Photo by Christopher StarkĪ Kelly Behun–designed penthouse in Manhattan, located in the tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere, features this cozy walnut-paneled library. In this Greenbrae, California, living room, Eche Martinez created an inviting atmosphere, with walls of bookshelves and a Charles Eames lounge chair and side table (right) serving as an ideal reading spot. ![]()
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