We love this sweet idea from Project Little Smith. In need of a place to set things while nursing as well as a space for a growing library, this architect-turned-stay-at-home-mom decided to repurpose one of her husband's old skateboards. She ended up with a beautiful, functional piece that has special meaning to her family.

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Did you ever wish that your shelving could expand along with your book collection? If so, here are some clever solutions to this problem — expanding bookcases!
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The kitchen is not just for cooking anymore. For most people, it's where the majority of their time is spent, sharing meals, doing family projects, and entertaining. And, as it turns out, it's the place where some are storing their book collections. More

I've seen revolving flat panel TV sets as wall dividers before, but this might be the first revolving 6 shelf unit. Nearly the whole wall can be switched around, bringing a whole library to the other side, the bedroom (and easily a small flat panel TV if mounted)... More

I love this simple shelving solution from British housewares site Rockett St. George: A set of riveted, thick leather straps hanging from a metal mounting angle. More

Hanging curtains across bookshelves seems to be a move that high-end interior designers make in their own spaces, and perhaps they are on to something. After all, if you're like me, keeping your bookshelf neat and tidy takes some intention. Why not have the freedom of covering up the mess when it gets out of control?
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One practical and eye-catching way to make use of a small space is to cover an entire wall, from floor to ceiling, in shelving. Whether you load it up with books, knick knacks or a combination of the two, wall shelving can have great impact while also giving you a place to stow your stuff. After the jump, we've rounded up resources, tips and tricks to pull off this look… More

USM has been creating this line of modern furniture in Switzerland since 1963 – long enough to be considered classic modern now. The colorful powder coated steel furniture can be customized to the user's needs. From storage towers and cabinets to credenzas and tables, the pieces are perfect for homes and offices – and of course the growing segment of those who live in their offices. More

Yesterday morning, while browsing on my laptop at a local coffee shop, I discovered this frat house turned humble home. The owners did everything from plastering their own walls to ridding the place of graffiti and animals of all sorts. Everything was beautifully done, but the one thing that stood out wasn't high end. It was from IKEA, but it looks like a million bucks. More

IKEA hackers have come up with ingenious ways to transform and redesign the Swedish mega-store's products. But for those of us without the time, energy, skills or resourcefulness needed for an involved DIY project there are a few other ways to customize your favorite IKEA pieces. More