In recent years, bookshelves have become a site of self-expression. From objets d'art to uniquely shaped candles and earthen pottery, open shelves have come to present who we are to our guests, but sometimes, the plot is being lost. For a reminder of how impactful traditional bookshelves can still look, we turn to an archival image of David Attenborough's living room from 1955.
The black and white pictures show Sir Attenborough with his family, spending time together in front of gorgeously styled bookshelves. Rather than today's 'personal museum' approach, they are filled to the brim with carefully organized books. The antique-style spines, coordinated heights, and color-sorted arrangement are absolutely gorgeous. They are a reminder that with only a small library and a tiny vase, you can elevate any living space.
