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16. Create depth on the shelves. For example, put a painting behind a stack of books, or place a compact plant in front of a tall grouping of candlesticks.

17. Display your photos in frames that are the same size and color. Vary the width, but not the color, of the matting.

18. Don’t let books overtake every shelf. Lay some flat in neat piles; then mix in more substantial pieces, such as decorative plates or boxes.