10 Fresh Ideas for Your Fireplace Alcoves

Not sure how to make use of the space on either side of your chimney? Check out these alternatives to the standard built-in bookcase

The alcoves on either side of the fireplace are ripe for a rethink. The typical combination of a cabinet with shelves above is a sensible staple for good reason — storage plus a spot for the TV — but before you opt for the tried and tested, why not consider a few alternatives, as these homeowners did?