It is clear that Ikea's iconic Billy bookstore feels good, since, although he has exceeded 40, he does not have a wrinkle and every day he is younger.Its height, adaptability and its many uses have made it one of the favorite pieces of the Swedish manufacturer.With a simple and functional design, it is a practical furniture that adapts to any room, style and need.But it is much more than a simple shelf, we are facing an element full of stories and feelings, which can house, in addition to your favorite books, the memories of your trips, family objects, unique ornaments, clothing ... everything that makes youFeel at home and help build a home.Created in 1979 by Gillis Lundgren, they say that Billy called her in honor of one of her friends (Billy Liljedahl), who asked her to design a bookcase that was useful and had a beautiful and functional design.And this was the result.
1.In wood, open and with glass doors
Dressed in doors or not, in a small or large version, in full color or wood, with a literate at the top, open, with glass or blind doors, wearing as a bookstore, dressing table, showcase, dressing room or even as an exhibitor.These 14 decoration ideas will help you take advantage of the most famous furniture in Ikea, from which 15 units per minute are manufactured.
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two.A dark blue showcase
Dressed in dark blue, to match the wall, this Billy adopts the shape of a showcase, with two large glass doors.Ideal to complete the dining room's ’look, its color increases its elegance and sophistication.As is very high, the better let her look alone, like the star that is.
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3.Classic and wood
With blind and glass doors on one side and open on the other side of the wall, this proposal has the charm of the old bookstores, so it is ideal in classic rooms.As visually heavier, try to place it in a wide, bright space with clear walls.
4.Bridge type
This white format and with glass doors is perfect for both the living room and for the bedroom, since depending on it with which you can be romantic, Nordic, sophisticated or ‘boho chic’, without losing an apex of functionality.Here, a bridge type composition has been created, which leaves a central space for dispatch zone.
5.Black, camouflaged with the wall
In this proposal, the Billy shelf wears black, achieving a very current rocker touch.A good option in youth rooms or modern halls.Take note of the green orejero chair: a wink to the past more 'chic'.
6.In low furniture mode
The Billy shelf can be high and slender and reach the roof or low and elongated and take advantage of the hole under a window, as in this image, or make low furniture in the room.A solution that also offers a plair.
7.Black with glass doors
This black version combines two modules with glass doors to the sides and an open central module, which gives it a more personal and modern touch.Place behind the crystals the books and ornaments that you want to preserve from the dust and in the center everything you usually use: the magazines of the week, the book you are reading, a vase with fresh flowers ... the appliques at the top are aGood idea to copy.
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8.Simple and in white
Sometimes, simplicity is the best companion of the order, as this version of the Billy Ikea bookstore in white, which combines a high part, formed by two modules, with another at medium height demonstrates.The white furniture mixture with clay and mud pieces creates a relaxing set, ideal for a natural decoration.
9.In XL version, occupying the entire wall
If you are looking for a bookstore like those before, but modern and current, this billy that occupies the entire wall cloth is the ideal solution.With open modules, lodges and blind and glass doors is as versatile and practical as you need.To weigh less visually, it is better to be the same color as the wall.
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10.The most daring of the house
To celebrate his 40 years, Ikea launched this special edition in Amarillo, a tone that is of maximum news, since it has been chosen as one of the colors of the year by Pantone.You can integrate it with a neutral background or play with the contrast of shades between the shelf and the wall.Avid, modern, young and fresh, the same "takes" the youth room, which brings a special touch to your living room.
eleven.As a companion in the room
The room is usually one of the favorite stays of the Billy shelf, although it also feels comfortable in the bedroom and the office, since it demonstrates its versatility both alone and well accompanied, as in this case, where it is part of a compositionOn the main wall.Its many versions, measurements and colors allow to easily fit.
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1two.A dishes with glass doors
Totally customizable, the Billy allows you to play both with color and measures, so that you create the shelf you need and what better fit with the style of your decoration.Thus, it is in burgundy color and with the tassel ornament in its shooters it is ideal for ‘vintage’ air environments.Remember that it is important that the interior is consistent with the outside, like here, with those beautiful tea, glassware and dishes.
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13.A showcase in the bedroom
This burgundy billy is ideal to give the bedroom a touch of color, without losing elegance.The contrast to the pink walls breaks classicism, achieving a very stylish result.A good idea is also to play with the tones of the ornaments and the objects of the shelf, creating a set of personality.
14.Low and wood
Functionality is the main mission of this bookshelf, so, in addition to ornaments and books, you can place practical objects for day to day.That task opens the door to all the rooms of the house, including the garage or the gym, as in this proposal in which two modules of 80 x two8 x 106 cm have been combined.
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