<p>Books can be an integral part of the interior design. Alan Powers' witty, elegant guide to showcasing your precious volumes will change all that. Going room to room, from kitchens to hallways, he reveals inspirational ways that books can create character in the home. Stunningly photographed images from around the world display large-scale libraries, as well as such ingenious space-saving devices as enclosed book lofts; shelves cleverly tucked into stairways; and narrow wall-mounted boarding that fits snugly behind a chair. There's advice on caring for the volumes, technical hints on planning and building bookshelves.</p>

Living with books;: 118 designs for homes and offices

Rita Reif

The New York Times Book Company

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Books by Rita Reif

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Rita Reif. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Living with books;: 118 designs for homes and offices