Andrew Hwang lives in a loft in downtown Los Angelos in the Arts District. His loft has a modern feel with high, wood ceilings, exposed beams, and an exposed Hvac system in stainless steel. His landlord included an Ikea shelving unit in the rental, but Andrew felt he needed more shelving and storage.
Andrew took to the Internet to search for a shelving unit that fit his loft’s aesthetic. Eventually, he stumbled upon Modern Shelving® on social media and thought the modern look of the shelves would fit nicely with the look of his loft.
“I thought that it was fitting with the color scheme and killed two birds with one stone, so I decided to go with Modern Shelving®,” says Andrew.
After browsing the shelving options, Andrew landed on a set of shelves that combined metal and wood, much like his loft. He opted for a stock option but specified the height to accommodate for his high ceilings.
When the shelves arrived, Andrew got to work putting them together. Admittedly, Andrew says he’s not the handiest person but is fairly capable so he knew he could figure it out.
Hwang found the separate instruction manuals a tad challenging but once he got them consolidated, they made more sense. The high shelves proved to be a challenge to install alone, but Hwang got the job done.
Andrew's shelves serve as a room divider between his bed and “living room.” On his shelves, he stores books and various knickknacks and feels they tie together his loft nicely.
“I’m really happy with them and I get lots of compliments on the way they look,” says Andrew. “People think that they came with the unit because they fit the room so well and looks so seamless.”
Andrew’s story is a perfect example of how the Floor-to-Ceiling system by Modern Shelving® can completely transform an apartment space. With its sleek vertical lines, customizable height, and seamless blend of form and function, this shelving solution not only maximizes storage — it enhances the overall vibe of any modern living space. Whether you're dividing a room, displaying your favorite pieces, or simply adding structure to an open floor plan, Floor-to-Ceiling shelving offers a refined, space-savvy solution that feels built-in without the commitment.
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