As Ikea’s renowned, ubiquitous and arguably unsightly Billy Bookcase edges towards its thirtieth birthday next month, thoughts have turned to the nature of the study in this day and age. Of course, the current digital era is essentially all about the computer and how it has affected everyday life.

Indeed, the computer was once considered a newfangled device that was intended solely for nerds and geeks before it became a luxury that many people simply did not require. However, during the last decade or so, computers have become a way of life for most people. The evolution of the Internet has played a huge part in this, whilst many computers have been set up in a home office or for purposes of leisure and social communication.

Accordingly, a question mark has been placed over the role of the home study. Once a place of relaxation, education and quiet comfort, the traditional study would comprise a solid wood desk, leather bound executive chair and rows of book shelves. However, with the exception of professional studies, the need for books is nowhere near as strong as it was twenty years ago. Indeed, most information can now be accessed on-line and the average computer is capable of storing the equivalent of millions of books. Therefore, is it time to do away with the traditional study altogether?

Unreservedly, the answer is no. Book shelves remain the lifeblood of such rooms and there are many fantastic items of furniture available to buy for the study. However, those planning a spot of home improvement are advised to optimise their study space by substituting traditional desks for computer workstations and modernising book shelves and cases. Indeed, the modern study would ideally comprise a combination storage unit, such as one from Ikea’s superb BESTÅ and LIATORP ranges, which is able to house a number of books, DVDs and, most importantly, a large flat screen television.

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