Article by Christine Chase.
Last Updated: Monday, Mar 9, 2020.
Finding the right bookshelf for a small space can be a challenge! You need the correct height, width, and depth to fit your unique area, and that can be very different between homes.
We’ve rounded up over a dozen bookshelves for small spaces from some of the internet’s biggest retailers. Compact, narrow, short, whatever you’re looking for, we have the bookcase for you!
Our Favorites
- Ebern Designs - Althea Standard Bookcase
- Wrought Studio - Andrade Quad Cube Bookcase
- RiverRidge - 6-Cubby Kids Corner Bookshelf
- Rebrilliant - Belue Etagere Bookcase
- KidKraft - 6 Cubby Bookcase with Reading Nook
- Threshold - Carson Narrow Bookcase
- Ebern Designs - Lansing Standard Bookcase
- TomCare - Cube Storage Organizer
- Element - 3 Shelf Narrow Bookcase
- Sauder - Trestle 5 Shelf Bookcase
- Home Sweet Home - Vintage Industrial Rustic Bookshelf
- Ikea - Billy Tall Narrow Bookcase
- Rebrilliant - 3 Cube Bookcase
Add both organization appeal and understated beauty to your home with this essential bookcase. A slender design gives this bookshelf a distinctive look while its five shelves and 72” height offers plenty of storage space. It also has a clean-lined frame that evokes mid-century ensembles, and a solid finish that makes it versatile enough for any space. Set it in a tight corner of the den for a sleek space to display art books and framed family photos, then complement your collection with an artful area rug and a single shining pendant overhead.
Whether used to keep your office organized or bring order to your living room, this Kori Quad Cube Bookcase lends your small space a sleek, minimalist appeal. Made from eco-friendly zBoard recycled paperboard, this clean-cut design showcases a square silhouette with a cross-shaped shelf system that makes four cube cubbies. Perfect for displaying framed photos of fondly-remembered vacations and unforgettable wedding receptions, rows of your favorite reads, or verdant potted succulents in glossy ceramic containers in the den, this piece is equally at home holding rows of binders, stacks of files and baskets of supplies!
This corner bookshelf is perfect for a kids room where the space might go unused otherwise! It tucks neatly into the 90 degree corner, and provides tons of space for books and other items. It features six cubbies, three angled shelves and a large open top that are perfect for displaying and organizing toys, books, supplies, and more The manufacturer frequently has a $5 off coupon, so check for that before buying!
This is one of our favorite pieces of furniture on this list of bookshelves for small spaces! It's got a unique, yet simple design, and it's made of high quality materials and craftsmanship to ensure you get years of use out of it! It comes with 2 shelves as well as a sturdy top to help you store and display all of your favorite books, plants, awards, and more! Bring one home for your small space today!
The KidKraft Bookcase with Reading Nook is popular with parents because of it clever design, sturdy construction and aesthetic appeal. Sized perfectly for big picture books and smaller treasures, the cushioned seat is a wonderful place for kids to relax into a good book.
Add timeless style to any room with the Carson Narrow Bookcase from Threshold. This narrow bookshelf has clean lines and a traditional style that easily mixes with your existing decor. Use in a nursery to display milestone photos and baby books or in a living room to create a space for plants and accent pieces. The mix of fixed and adjustable shelves let you customize it to your needs. With its narrow design this bookcase is easy to add to smaller spaces in your home.
Simple, functional, compact! This 3 tier bookshelf is small enough to tuck into a corner, a closet, or just out of the way in the corner of your room or office. But don't let it's small size fool you! Each shelf can hold a sizable number of books, papers, plants, or other item for display. The black tone goes seamlessly with your existing room decor and ensures the whole theme appears well planned out whether it was or not!
The 6 cube organizer doubles as a great bookshelf for a space under the stairs or in a closet that might go completely un-utilized otherwise. The cubes are sturdy, and large enough to hold a handful of books in each one. The unique design and variety of patterns in which you can arrange these bookshelf units make this a must have item!
The Element 3 Shelf Bookcase has a narrow, sleek look fitting into small spaces, providing ample storage for books, albums, binders, display picture frames and other personal accessories. The beige tone is neutral and will go great with your existing decor and color pallet.
The Sauder Trestle 5 shelf bookcase features a wood finish and a tall height to help you maximize your use of the floor space in a small room. Each layer can hold books, pictures, treasures or more. This is is the perfect bookcase for a small office!
This rustic bookcase plays nicely with a modern, traditional, or even an industrial style. Whether you’re designing a mountain retreat or a city apartment, it fits perfectly in a small space, and provides tons of room for holding items. The reinforced cross bars offer increased stability, giving this storage rack more durability, and the sturdy construction ensures years of use.
It is estimated that every five seconds, one BILLY bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. Pretty impressive considering Ikea launched the BILLY line in 1979. It’s the book-lovers choice that never goes out of style! Perfect for a small home office or bedroom where floor space is at a premium but you still want to store lots of items!
This small 3 cube bookcase is a perfect fit when you're tight on space. It calls to mind endless possibilities! Its perfect to clean up clutter in closets, entryways, as a nightstand or media stand, in classrooms or children's rooms... these cubes fit anywhere! Arrange and rearrange the bins for a fresh, new custom look whenever you like!
About The Author
Christine is a busy mother of 2 and a seasoned professional home designer. She’s spent the past 5 years working in the San Francisco Bay Area, helping homeowners plan and implement interior renovations and redesigns. In her spare time she enjoys reading anything she can get her hands on, and playing with her kids. As a member of the OurCastles writing staff, Christine is excited to lend her seasoned eye for style to the site!
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