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Whether you have a huge collection of books that need to be organized or you need an attractive way to fill up a large blank wall, adding a tall double bookcase is an excellent way to get the job done in style. Deciding that a double bookcase is the furniture for you is half the battle. The second half is choosing the best bookshelf for you! Let’s take a look at our budget, commercial and heirloom options for this statement piece.

The Budget Option: The Midas 72” Double Bookcase is a sharp addition to both traditional and contemporary offices. Available in your choice of oak, cherry or espresso, it offers a warm and inviting look that can easily complement most décor. The wood veneer construction makes for a great value at this budget price, since veneers are durable and long-lasting, and the thick shelves provide sturdy support. Its simple design includes no flashy details, making this piece a good solution for those who want their furniture to blend in with the office, not stand out.

The pros: Adjustable shelves, affordable, veneer construction, available in three different finishes

The cons: Does not ship assembled, no intricate details

The Commercial Option: If you want something a little more upscale, then check out the Pont Lafayette 78” Double Bookcase from none other than the NBF Signature Series. Also constructed of wood veneer, this unit comes in a shade of deep walnut that’s ideal for offices that prefer a traditional sort of elegance. So what sets this bookshelf apart? Its half-moon-shaped frame, crown molding and elevated base on detailed feet give it a sort of flair that you don’t see every day. The wood veneer shelves feature glass inlays that are further complemented by two can lights in the ceiling of the unit. Your reading materials and décor will look their very best when displayed in this artful piece.

The pros: Elegant details, built-in lighting, ships fully assembled

The cons: More expensive, glass shelves must be cleaned more frequently

The Heirloom Option: If you want something with a durable construction and a timeless design, then the European Renaissance II 104” Bookcase with Sliding Ladder is the way to go. The medium brown hardwood solid and wood veneer finish is elegantly faded in specific areas to create a look of depth and regality, while the detailed molding is something straight out of a dream library. Like the Pont Lafayette bookshelf, this option from Hooker Furniture features lighted top shelves to illuminate your favorite décor. It also includes lower shelves that are concealed by two sets of double doors so that you can hide your less attractive reading materials. The icing on the bookcase cake: that ladder! An attached ladder can slide back and forth between columns to not only help you reach books on the top shelf, but to help you feel like a real librarian straight out of history.

The pros: Elegant, functional, ships fully assembled

The cons: Most expensive

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5 Ways to Style a Bookcase

Whether you’ve just bought a brand new bookcase or think your old one could use some sprucing up, styling your office’s shelving unit in the right way can make a world of difference to the overall look of the space. Not only is properly styling your bookcases an easy solution to improving the look of a room, but it’s inexpensive since you don’t need to buy anything to accomplish it.

 

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1. Accentuate Your Books With Décor

Whether it’s a decorative bowl, a sculpture, or a plant, adding something other than a book to your shelves will shake things up and really draw in the eye at a glance. You can add items to the sides of your books or put them front and center. 

2. Layer Your Books

This isn’t a university library—it’s YOUR library. The overall look of your bookcase will be more interesting if you place some books vertically and others horizontally. You can put some on a diagonal to mix it up even more. 

3. Arrange Your Books by Color

Alphabetization may make your reading materials easy to find, but it’s not as visually exciting as organizing your books by color. Plus, unless you have a truly enormous collection, chances are good that you’ll still be able to find the book you’re looking for pretty easily in this arrangement. Want to go a step further? Color code your bookshelf décor, too! 

4. Incorporate Artwork

Whether placed atop the shelves or hung on the sides of the bookcase, artwork will help set the tone in your office. You can also incorporate large wall art to the side of your shelving to offset the look of your filled-up shelves with a large, clean statement piece.

5. Face Out Your Favorite Covers

Don’t let your favorite reading material blend in with the average ones. Instead, let your best books shine by facing them outward.

How to Divide a Room without Building Walls

Looking for a stylish and cost-effective way to divide your large workspace? The time of the closed-off executive office is ending; open-office floor plans have become more popular. Unfortunately, not everyone thrives in an open-plan work environment. So how do you divvy up floor space without building permanent walls? Here are a few simple and cost-effective solutions.

Modern Partitions

Partitions and room dividers are ideal for breaking up an open concept space. There are many options, including modern stand-alone room dividers. Don’t see the color or design you want on our website? No problem. You can place a custom order in the color, shape, and size you need. These stylish partitions are ideal for offices of any size, and they’re great for directing the flow of a room and creating a sense of organization. Read our complete guide to partitions, cubicles, and dividers to learn more.

Bookcase Dividers

Did you know that there are double-sided bookcases that can be used as room dividers? The biggest benefit to this type of room divider is that it has built-in storage units on both sides that can work to your employees’ advantage. 

Place these bookshelves between workstations to give employees a little privacy while providing both parties access to the storage within the shelves. Although these units offer excellent utility in their design, they are best suited for larger offices when used as dividers since they are so wide and require extra floor space. These shelving units are also ideal for use in reception areas, as they’re great for displaying company awards and décor to guests.

Mobile Whiteboards

Mobile whiteboards offer superior practicality and versatility as a room separator. They can be used to separate a space and then reused at a workstation or in a conference room for taking notes. Because this type of divider is on wheels, it isn’t confined to a single purpose. Employees can use it to get a little privacy at their desk and then roll it into the boardroom during their next presentation. These multifunctional, cost-effective boards come in a wide range of sizes, just like traditional partitions. 

Consider whether you need to muffle sound in your office space. Although mobile whiteboards provide great flexibility in some ways, they do not block out any sound, which may be a concern.

Workstation Privacy Screens

Looking to add more privacy to the existing cubicles in your office? We offer a selection of small screens that attach to the desks in your office. These cost-effective solutions allow your employees to get their work done in private without breaking your budget. Why buy an entirely new set of desks when you can simply add to your existing furniture?

Thinking of adding one of these divider options to your open workspace? Whether dividing multiple workstations or separating an office and a meeting space, thoroughly measure your entire workspace to determine what size partitions or bookcases you need to adequately divvy up the area. If you’re unsure what size dividers go with what size rooms and desks, call us—we offer free design services for just such reasons! Whatever your needs, our consultants can work with you to design exactly what you want for your space.

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Nicole Groshek

Nicole Groshek is the social media and content coordinator for National Business Furniture. She helps employees discover the true joy in loving what they do, from working in an inspiring office to having a little fun on the job.