4. The Library Cabinet for Bedside Bliss

Who says a cupboard must be in the kitchen or dining room? A slim, tall vintage cupboard with open shelving on top and a door at the bottom is the perfect, unexpected alternative to a standard nightstand.

How to Make

Use the upper shelves for your “to-read” stack of books, a small reading lamp, and a plant. Use the lower, enclosed cupboard to store extra blankets, slippers, or items you don’t want visible. It turns your bedside into a cozy, vertical library that saves precious floor space while feeling much more elegant than a generic metal or wood nightstand.

Things Needed

  • Slim, tall vintage cupboard
  • Reading lamp
  • Decorative books
  • Small plant