Nordique Hallway Bookshelves Around a Doorway, Kensington

Room for a large book collection, using a wall that was otherwise empty, without narrowing the hallway.

The shelving wraps the door on both sides and across the head, with fixed shelves at regular heights so the books line up neatly from floor to ceiling.

A plain white finish keeps the bright, high-ceilinged hall light and lets the books bring the colour.

A subtle built-in detail: the shelving wraps around the doorway, turning the hallway into a place for books without taking up floor space.

• Board: Egger Alpine White

Painted joinery is usually made from MDF. It stays flat and stable, so the paint goes on smooth and the edges stay sharp. The colour can be matched to the rest of the room.

White fronts reflect light around the room. That helps in smaller spaces, and white pairs easily with natural timber.

Bespoke storage turns awkward spaces into some of the most useful in the home. Made-to-measure cupboards fit exactly, so they look tidy and built-in.

Every piece was designed, made and finished in our own workshop in South East London. We cut each part on our CNC machine for accuracy, then assemble and finish it by hand.

Before production starts, you see the design as a 3D render. You also speak directly with the people making your joinery.

Kensington is in west London. We design, make and fit bespoke joinery across Kensington and nearby areas such as Chelsea, Notting Hill and Holland Park. We also work throughout London and across the whole of the UK, so wherever your home is, we would love to hear about your project.

Planning a bookshelf in Kensington? See more of our bespoke joinery projects, explore our Nordique range, or book a design consultation.