Handsome built-in shelves showcase your books or other collectibles.

Q. What type of built-in bookshelf is easiest to DIY? When building built-in bookshelves, recessed or wall alcove shelves are often considered a relatively simple project. For these DIY ...

For those who need storage, Bee suggests incorporating floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. "Why do you need ... double in the other—why are you forcing that tiny alcove to have a cupboard inside it?" ...

This week, a lovely two-bedroom in Murray Hill with herringbone floors and so many built-in bookshelves.