Bookcase at top of stairs

The alternate title for this post could have been 'Building Another Bookcase', but where's the fun in that? Let's start with the finished product and get it out of the way. When we first added the second floor, I was totally all about a long row of pretty, white pickets and a monstrously beautiful newel post at the top of the stairs. But then a couple things popped into my brains: 1. I have a pretty good fear of heights and I just didn't like seeing the drop all the way down to the first…

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Innovative under-stair bookcases provide practical storage for avid readers. Customizable in height and depth, these open bookcases use vertical space effectively, creating an eye-catching library area that’s easy to access and style. This setup is both functional and charming. Discover more bookcase ideas here.

By Ed Do you have a staircase in your house? Does it have a landing or a ‘dead zone’ at the top where usable space is just sitting there, doing nothing? Or is there some

If you are struggling with your staircase area, you can start from your stair landing area. This is the space between two flights of stairs that is often overlooked. But, if you can make the most of this space, it has a great potential for adding style and personality to a home.

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