Shelve It! 8 Ways to Put Your Favorite Things on Display

When decorating your home, one of the biggest challenges is finding a style you love that also works with the space you have and fits into your lifestyle. In my case, I would love a sleek, minimalist, clutter-free living room. This, however, is impossible because I just plain have too much stuff. And as much as I'd love a room full of empty space and carefully chosen statement pieces, I also love owning things--books, DVDs, framed photos, etc.--and the fact is, I need somewhere to put these things. So I am left with the challenge of finding a cute storage option. Luckily, the Internet is full of inspiration and it turns out, shelves can be surprisingly stylish. Here are 8 modern spaces that combine style and function. - By Gabrielle Blair

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