The average distance between open or floating shelves in the living room, kitchen, or bedroom is 8 to 12 inches. A space of 7 to 15 inches between shelves, on the other hand, is acceptable. In bookshelves, shelves are typically 8 to 12 inches apart.
Measure 10" above the back of the couch to place shelves above it. Measure 5-6 feet up from the floor when placing shelves on a hallway wall. Measure up 4-4.5 feet from the floor to put shelves on a dining room or living room wall.
Upper cabinets are often more expensive than open shelf because they require additional materials. Keep in mind, though, that buying upper cabinets ready-to-assemble can save you a lot of money.
In terms of illumination, removing your upper kitchen cabinets can make a difference. Upper cabinets dim your workspace by casting shadows over your countertops. Without the upper cabinets, you may feel as if you have more counter space to work with. Upper cabinets might often be difficult to access.
The majority of bookcases are three to eight feet tall. When picking a height, think about both aesthetic and practical considerations. Tall bookcases that take up the majority of a wall tend to appear more expensive and formal; however, shorter bookcases have the added benefit of providing an useful surface area on top.
