GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
Designers Say This Simple Bookshelf Upgrade Can Transform Your Space
MAY 2026
In the May 2026 edition of Good Housekeeping, DIGS Design Company founder Jocelyn Chiappone shares her expert perspective on one of today’s most impactful interior design trends: incorporating wallpaper into bookshelves and built-ins to create spaces filled with personality and charm. Featured alongside other leading designers, Chiappone explains how this thoughtful design detail can transform everyday storage into a standout architectural feature.
“Storage is so often stale and devoid of personality,” Chiappone says. “We spend so much time in these spaces—why not make them delightful?” Her approach reflects DIGS Design Company’s philosophy of elevating functional spaces through timeless design, custom details, and carefully layered materials.
The article also showcases one of DIGS Design Company’s recent projects, highlighting a kitchen featuring patterned wallpaper and custom cabinetry. Chiappone discusses her use of an atmospheric, subtly animal-inspired wallpaper to introduce warmth and whimsy while maintaining an elevated aesthetic. “Vibrant colors and thoughtful details make the architecture feel fresh and inviting,” she explains. “High-quality hardware and custom details are timeless and bring a sense of history and significance to the design.”
By contributing her expertise to Good Housekeeping, one of the nation’s most trusted home and lifestyle publications, Jocelyn Chiappone reinforces DIGS Design Company’s reputation as a leader in luxury residential interiors. Her insights demonstrate how intentional, beautifully executed details can transform everyday spaces into sophisticated, highly personalized homes.