Bay window seat bookshelf

It's amazing what a little carpentry can accomplish. I am certainly not implying custom built-ins to be a DIY project, but more a quick update to a tired space without a full blown and costly renovation. Custom built-ins provide a stylish solution for display and storage needs without adding visual bulk to the room, not to mention demolition dust. So next time you feel your room closing in on you, don't blame your walls - look to them for inspiration, the results can be dramatic. BEFORE…

Beautiful built-in bookcases with reeded glass doors, cabinets with drawers, and a window bench with storage baskets!

This post is sponsored by The Home Depot, but all views and opinions shared in this post are my own. Is a bay window really complete without a cozy bench?! I don't think so...which is why

A color-coordinated assortment of books around a window seat effortlessly frames three black double-hung windows. This reading spot is full of serenity, comfort and natural light.

This post is sponsored by The Home Depot, but all views and opinions shared in this post are my own. This modern bay window build started with building bookcases and framing out the bench seat with

There was a landing area with a window, just at the top of the staircase in our client's home. They had a vision for a built-in window seat with floor-to-ceiling bookcases. An area to hangout in & read a book, while the kids were playing in just the next room. To paint her vision, our client provided a rough mock-u

Builtin window bench and bookcases including photos of the space before and after, and the progression from concept to completion.

Take a moment to sit with this dreamy window seat inspo—maximum comfort assured, minimal space required