I would go all the way up! It will create the illusion of a very tall room. I would do high gloss white shelving with a dark painted back. Maybe a charcoal grey or black (this will create depth). I would also suggest putting a small pendent above each section of shelving. The more lighting the better!

Thank you. I really love the pics you posted for me. I was going to put grass cloth behind but I like the dark color.