Designer Bookcases and Display Cabinets for the Living Room

Open bookcase or closed display cabinet: which should you choose?

An open bookcase keeps books and objects easy to access and makes the overall look feel lighter. A display cabinet fitted with doors lets you showcase a collection while offering better protection from dust. Some models combine open niches, shelves, doors and drawers: check the layout on each product page to make sure it matches what you want to store.

Measuring the available space correctly

Measure the width, height and depth of the space, without forgetting skirting boards, sockets and switches. Also allow for the clearance needed in front of the doors and check the fixing or safety recommendations given for the model. For a lighter or more modular arrangement, also browse our designer shelves.

A wide selection of Richmond Interiors

This category mainly brings together bookcases and display cabinets by Richmond Interiors: open furniture, display cabinets with storage, and models in different sizes and finishes. The range and availability may change; the exact features, composition and lead times are indicated on each product page.

Which storage unit for which use?

Choose a bookcase or display cabinet to showcase books, tableware or decorative objects. If you prefer closed storage, also compare our designer wardrobes. A designer sideboard, being lower, is particularly suitable for the living room or dining room and leaves the wall free for a mirror, a painting or a light fixture.

Frequently asked questions about bookcases and display cabinets

What depth should you allow for a bookcase?

The depth depends on the size of the books and objects to be stored. Measure the bulkiest items, then compare that measurement with the usable depth specified on the furniture product page.

Where should a display cabinet be placed in the living room?

Place it against a clear wall, at a sufficient distance from walkways and with enough space to open the doors. Also take direct light into account depending on the nature of the items on display.

How do you choose between open niches and glazed doors?

Open niches make access easier and allow you to update the décor quickly. Glazed doors are better suited to items you want to display while limiting their exposure to dust.