My current rogues gallery is in a vaulted hallway that joins the kitchen and living room, she says.

Its a sweet way to tell your family story.

But getting it right is something Atlanta-based interior designer Alexis Simpson of Establishment Home is passionate about.

Wood Paneled Built-in Shelving with Family Photos

Credit:David Tsay; Styling: Page Mullins

Ive been stealing old family photos from my parents since college, Simpson admits.

A bookshelf in her familys cozier adult living room lent itself particularly well to a mix of vintage photos.

To create a clean look, Simpson was purposeful with her frame choices.

Books as well as other family mementos like her husbands framed baseball cards add personality and warmth.

Turn Family Photos into Fine Art

Dont be afraid to think outside the box, Simpson suggests.