Are you are fortunate enough to have a room (two stories or not) to devote to hard covers and classics stacked to the ceiling?  If so, you might like to invest in a rolling ladder like the No. 1 Rolling Ladder by Putnam.  This fabulous library by Gluckstein Design is not at all stuffy and dark, but so rich and inviting; all due to subtle lighting and well selected finishes. Another score for the Gluck!