More apartment progress: A herringbone accent wall with open shelving

Open shelving on a blank wall is a great way to add storage space in a tiny apartment. Adding a painted herringbone design to the textured wall adds a fun pop of color and interest.

IKEA Ekby shelving and brackets - display dishes and accents leaving valuable cabinet space for food and not-so-pretty dishes/containers in this small kitchen.

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