New Classics: Stacking Bookshelf
Create Towers of Titles While Taking Up Minimal Floor Space
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I got into design via Landscape Architecture, which I studied at the University of Virginia. I've been writing about design online for quite a few years over at Hatch: The Design Public Blog.
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'Fess Up: Are you a book hoarder? While I'll pass along novels I enjoy to friends and encourage them to pass them on from there, I hoard design tomes like the Edies, from "Grey Gardens" hoarded cat food tins. One great solution for storing a lot of books in an attractive way without taking up much space is a vertical stacking bookshelf. It only takes up a 14" x 14" area of floor space yet provides room for up to 70 books. Take a look at all of the different ways designers are using them.
This is certainly the most successful combination of books in a bathroom I've ever seen. Perhaps the only successful one, come to think of it. A stacking bookshelf styled to perfection goes perfectly with this ode to Hermes.
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| A stacking bookshelf is very versatile. In this wide-open floor plan, they flank a support column, adding an eye-catching thickness to it. |
by Nicole Lanteri
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You may be asking, "What do I need the shelf for? I can just make these stacks of books without it!" While true, this can create a teetering hazard, and and practically speaking, actually pulling out one of the books can be a huge pain.
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| This white version of a stacking shelf looks so clean and architectural against the wall, and the white space left by shelves that are not full is very visually pleasing. |
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by Nicole Lanteri
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| The shelf works well on its own or in multiples, like this set of three. |
This shelf is so attractive that it's certainly not just for books. Display a collection for a thoughtful vertical display, or mix sculptural objects in with shelves of books.
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by Maureen Stevens
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| It also works very well with mid-century modern icons and contemporary furniture. |
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by Maureen Stevens
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| This space-saver is great for keeping all of your favorite bedtime reading neat and organized. |
CB2 has a Rainaldi-designed 60" version available with a silver powder coat finish for $189.00.
Design Within Reach carries two sizes, 60" high and 79.5" high, with a choice of white or dark gray finishes.
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Thanks Ellie!
but Melmac I think its perfect in your bathroom!
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I modified mine so that the shelves fit full bath towels and baskets.