I think that would look fine with the lidded baskets on the bottom shelf. Also, you did a very good job staging the upper shelved. 99 percent of shelves I see are done wrong.

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I think this looks great as well, and agree that lidded baskets down below would give you a nice, clean and clutter-free look. You've got a great eye.

I also think lidded baskets would work nicely on the bottom. As CDR posted, your upper shelves look great...uncluttered and calming.

The only thing I might consider is removing the items from the counter. I tend to be more minimalist and three shelves is a bit much for me. Could you use the counter if it were left clear?

I like the idea of lidded baskets, too. Make sure the visual weight of the baskets balances out the weight of the books.

@cdr design there are actually 3 shelves and the counter. I left top empty.

Okay. Now I am seeing there is another side of decor? I'd need to see the entire picture.

I like the idea of the covered baskets.

Here’s the full picture of the room.

Thanks. Seeing the entire picture, here is what I'd do:

-I like the British theme and would keep that going on both sides.

-In the bottom glass area, use all one thing on both shelves on both sides. : I suggest baskets, as those are practical and you can actually store items in them

-I'd leave both the counter and top shelves empty (so decorate only 2 shelves on each side.

The one shelf that doesn't look the best to me is the top left. I'd use the crown on the left side.

Replace the glass with mirror, or better yet a thin wood panel painted white, and don't worry about any of it. I'd want the focus above the counter, not below. Actually?! If/ When you do that? Paint the lowers ( totally and all ) out to wall color, satin finish. You will have a much cleaner , less busy result, and more modern as well. Also a better blend with the fireplace wall. Less nervous and jumpy. : )

You want the WOOD shelves as the focal point. Not a bunch of stuff behind glass, Right? Or, that's what I would want, definitely : )

Somebody nice could paint brush/photo shop that? The difference would be astounding............

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I agree with Jan Moyer (as I often do because she is a very good designer). I don't really care to see what's inside lower cabinets. Those are for storing things that you don't want to see. The countertop and shelving is where you do want to see items displayed. I would also consider putting some of your books on the countertop with some interesting bookends. If you don't want to replace the glass with wood paneling perhaps you should consider frosted or heavily textured glass instead. Good luck!

More expensive option? Simply have new doors made. SLAB, no trims style/solid/ match to the wood shelving and add fabulous pulls on the doors

That would really clean up the look! I'd have done that to start, because when you are very clear on your INTENT for the "flavor" of a space, you always get the best result.

Next best is fill in the glass, paint wall color : )

I'll buck the concensus and saiy that I prefer the books on the bottom shelf in the cabinet. Put lidded baskets holding things you uses on the upper shelf in the cabinet. Very nice arrangement and room.

I read all the responses so far and agree a long low basket or dough bowl on the two top shelves would be perfect. Leave everything else except put the lidded baskets on the upper shelf of the lower cabinets and the books on the very bottom. Pretty room.