This living room set has two interesting ideas: lighting and book storage. Chandeliers are not just for the dining room. I hung a funky modern chandelier over the end table. If you are someone who likes to rearrange your furniture every six months, I wouldn't recommend a hanging fixture. But if your room has limited furniture layouts or you prefer great style for long periods of time, I say call that electrician! A chandelier keeps the table clear, and adds vertical interest. I've seen designers add chandeliers over night stands, free standing baths, end tables, coffee tables, and beds. There are so many great fixtures for every style that it would a shame to just buy the cheapest table lamp you can find. Be as discerning about your lighting as your were for your sofa.
As for the books, I used an old farm ladder. Now, since this was a TV set, it's just leaning against the wall. If I were to do this in a real home, I would securely fasten it to the wall with "L" brackets or hinges and anchor bolts. Adding some extra supports to some of the rungs may also be needed. (*Side note -- If you have little kids roaming around, I wouldn't recommend this! A ladder and kids are a disaster waiting to happen.) Notice I didn't formally arrange the books . I mixed sizes and stacked some vertically and some with the pages facing forward instead of the spines. This stacking method adds to the informal nature of the ladder.
It's little things like these that make impressions on people visiting your home and help make your room just as unique as you. "I never would have thought of doing that!" is a great compliment that all designers secretly love to hear.
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