22 ideas for using a niche in the wall: benefits in every centimeter
Not all apartments have a standard layout. Among them are those that have, for example, built-in closets or niches in the wall. However, if desired, this feature can be used as functionally as possible.
Horizontal niches visually lengthen the walls, thus performing a decorative function.
The history of the use of a niche as a decorative element is rooted in the depths of centuries. Then such elements could be seen, for example, in ancient temples: they held various attributes of faith - fonts, statues, etc.
Now wall niches are used, as a rule, to create certain visual effects. There you can put the original vase, a photograph, which is especially expensive, a won cup and more.
If the niche is in the living room, you can use this feature to create a family library.
They also sometimes place a TV, audio equipment and other household appliances.
If you equip a niche with doors, you get a convenient and functional built-in closet for storing linen or clothes.
If the niche is large and deep enough, you can place a soft sofa there, having arranged a cozy reading corner.
In the bathroom, this decorative element helps to save space: no additional shelves or cabinets are needed - bath products and clean towels can be stored in wall niches.
The safety aspect is also important: if, slipping, a person grabs hold of shelves, he runs the risk of falling and dropping them onto himself. In the case of wall niches this will not happen.
In the kitchen, niches are used for decorative purposes or for storage of dishes and household items.
Thus, if your apartment has niches, do not rush to get upset: it is quite possible that this architectural element will serve you well.
