The billy ikea bookcase project by artur golyakov is a reflection on the role of the artist in global historical processes, and more precisely on the dysfunction of this role. I showed off these fabulous ikea bookshelves my dad recently built for us in this post here. Customizing one of the most common ikea pieces the billy. Buy ikea billy bookcase with glass doors dark blue 203. Any and all links to are presented for reader convenience only and do not imply ikeas approval of this website andor the modification of its products. It was perfect for their nursery and here it is nearly 7 years later and we are still loving our ikea billy bookcase hack. Full set of replacement parts for ikea billy bookcase.
Customizing one of the most common ikea pieces the billy bookcase. Its the booklover choice that never goes out of style. This bookcase has a height extension unit, allowing you to make the most of the wall area. Billy bookcases are built with a stackable design that allows you to attach new units whenever you need additional storage, just decide on what height suits your space best. They are 20 years old a true testament that they are indeed a classic ikea item that you can use by itself or in many combinations. The billy bookcase is perhaps the archetypal ikea product. Office makeover part 2 building in billy ikea hack. I had long admired the many amazing ikea billy bookcase hacks that are all over. Ikeas billy bookcase is a staple of budget home decorating. How ikeas billy bookcase took over the world bbc news. If you missed it, this was just a blank wall in our living room. Our classroom ikea toy storage units, ikea toy storage.
Can you believe this is a billy bookcase ikea hack. Turns out thats not exactly right, at least according to ikeas pr team. Ive done it three times heres exactly how to make a billy. Homefixated deals with diy on all levels from the people with the skills to make their own trundle beds and adirondack porch swings to those folks like me who might mistake an angle grinder for a pizza cutter. Straighten and strengthen ikea billy bookcase hacks for the lazy. Billy bookcases are built with a stackable design that allows you to attach new units whenever you need additional storage, just decide on what height. Outfit your billy bookcaseturnedcloset with a diy sliding door to keep clutter out of sight and mind. Visit ikea for a great selection of affordable bookshelves and bookcases in a variety of.
Heres the full tutorial on how we made our custom built in bookcase made from ikea billy bookcases. Billy bookcase combinationhght extension, blackbrown, 47 14x11x93 14. Lauras home already had wonderful, historic bones, but the living space could use a bit more character. The billy bookcase is pretty straightforward to build right out of the box, or you can get creative and make elaborate storage that looks great. I had seen many an ikea billy bookcase hack out in the blogosphere, so i knew how good those composite and laminate shelves could look after a. Does anyone happen to have shelves in both the discontinued medium brown and the new brown ash veneer that could compare them in a picture. A simple unit can be enough storage for a limited space or the foundation for a larger storage solution if your needs change.
The ikea billy bookcase series is a classic design with an emphasis on functionality and flexibility. Ikea billy, bookcase, white, make use of the rooms maximum surface area with corner shelving. When it comes to hacking great storage, no other ikea product works a room like the billy bookcase. Ikea billy, bookcase with glass doors, dark blue, glassdoor cabinet keeps your favorite items free from dust but still visible. Well this particular billy was at least 10 years old, but still going strong.
Avantgarde, bauhaus, billy are the vectors of moving from philosophical pathos to a prosaic cheap consumer product. Create a custom builtin bookcase from standard ikea billy bookcases with this easy step by step tutorial. Every model in the billy series also features adjustable shelves so you can fit anything from books to trophies, and everything in between. If youd like to see more of our process, check out the playlist below. I have not one, but two ikea billy bookcases that need to be transformed so they coordinate with the new color scheme i am doing my studioffice in. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2. This is part 2 and today im sharing with you everything you need to get that builtin look with these prefab bookcases. Shop ikeas signature billy bookcase series for the ultimate customizable storage solution with adjustable height options and long lasting quality. The billy bookcase is exceptionally easy to make look like a custom built in by using trim pieces and molding. Still wanting the builtins of my dreams, but not the steep price tag, i went to research other options. Attach interesting wallpaper inside to make it more special and enjoy your bold look. We used 4 billy bookcases with the height extenders and left off the backs and 1 narrower billy bookcase with height extender in the middle.
Billy is a modern bookcase, now more customizable and used in many more ways than just for books. I would like to shorten them, because they are too high. With its seamless customization options that make it the perfect addition to rooms of any size, its no wonder ikeas billy bookcase series has become a beloved classic around the world. The authors are not professionals and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the. The furniture giant says it isnt messing with the classic billy look but is making a few upgrades to improve the quality of its youboltit bookcase line. I was messaged by someone from rikeahacks to post this over here. Bookcases free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Ikea billy, bookcase, birch veneer, adjustable shelves can be arranged according to your needs. This beloved ikea item will be on sale for one day.
Billy bookcase with glass doors, dark blue, 31 12x11 34x79. It is estimated that every five seconds, one billy bookcase is sold somewhere in the world. Ikea billy is a bookcase with adjustable shelves that can be arranged according to your needs. How to make over and style an ikea billy bookcase using fabric and cardboard. Find out how people are getting the perfect storage on a budget using an ikea billy bookcase taking a piece of ikeas simple product and making it more unique and custom with some diy tricks to meet individual needs is. How to style the ikea billy bookcase popsugar home. Its been a few weeks since we completed these bookcases in our living room and im finally sitting down to put together the tutorial. The ikea billy bookcase is 40 years old and there are so many great hacks out there that celebrate this birthday. It was dreamed up in 1978 by an ikea designer called gillis lundgren who sketched it on the back of a napkin, worried that he would. Diy ikea billy bookcase built in bookshelves part 2 run. The beginning of february marked 40 years in celebrating the popularity of ikeas longtime favorite, the billy bookcase. The original 11inch deep billy bookcase will still be in production as is, with the 15inch option as an additional product. Laura wanted bookshelves, and while we had talked about something clean and modern, i really encouraged her to stick with the period of the house and create something that looked original.
We got creative and created our own ikea billy bookcase hack for a fantastic solution. Billy can be as small and humble or as big and proud as you want it to be. As part of my revamp restyle reveal sitting room plans, i wanted to get rid of an old display cabinet that was not making the most of the space and create what looked like bespoke bookcase shelving. Using an ikea billy hack is a great way to create a stunning bookcase on a budget. Utilizing the billy shelving system as a base for builtin shelves is a hallmark of the iconic ikea storage unit. Billy oxberg bookcase, white, glass, 63x11 34x79 12.
In case you missed the reveal, you can see that here and here. Billy bookcase with glass doors, dark blue, 31 12x11 34x79 12. This tutorial will tell you how to paint it and add interesting lining. Billy oxberg bookcase, white, glass, 63x11 34x79 12 ikea. The top, bottom, sides and shelves are constructed of particleboard covered with wood veneer or plastic. Billy bookcase combinationhght extension, blackbrown, 47. The billy system is designed to adapt to many types of spaces and uses.
But this is the first time its really gotten an ikeaapproved makeover. Chatelaine home editor alexandra gater transforms her drab, tired ikea billy bookcases into a stylish bedroom focal point using removable wallpaper, fun baskets and cute accessories all on a. The ikea billy, a freestanding bookcase, comes in white, brown, black and birch veneer and in two standard heights. Once upon a time, a little bookcase became a beloved classic around the world. This bookcase has a height extension unit, allowing you to make the most of the. Ikea sells a ton of options when it comes to the billy system and its easier to navigate those options in the store than online.
Pretty impressive considering we launched billy in 1979. Ikea itself even estimates that a billy bookcase is sold every five seconds. This post has the step by step tutorial of how to build these bookshelves using ikea billy bookcases or similar inexpensive bookcases. Sorry if i did not cross post it correctly, im still figuring out this whole. A couple of weeks ago i posted the reveal of our billy ikea hack office makeover reveal and prior to that i posted part 1 getting a builtin library home office look using the billy bookcase. All in all about 41 million billys have been produced and ikea still makes about 3. Ikea billy bookcase one day sale pre holiday discount. Take a look at 19 of the best billy bookcase builtins ever. Ikea billy bookcase 40th anniversary yellow edition. This diy builtin billy bookcase project gave me an affordable way to create a customcabinetry feel for our home library. How i created my ikea billy bookcase shelving hack. We have brought together the best ikea billy hacks in one place to inspire you to create something amazing.
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