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A conical concrete table lamp sits atop a book-filled nightstand with smart open shelves.
In a small space, the more floor space a piece takes up, the more important it is that said piece also provides storage space. Shawn's nightstands, which he designed for his furniture collection, sport open shelves to house bookshelf overflow as well as nightly reads. The top is just big enough for a few select bedside items. "It's about reducing elements so that it doesn't feel chaotic—so that it feels clean and livable."
"It's so important that there's a sense of calm, a sense of organization, and that my home is super-comfortable. I just love that peaceful feeling."
—Shawn Henderson