Klaffi Shelf is an ideal shelving device for small apartment. Designed by Finnish Eeva Lithovius, the shelf takes up space only when open; when not in use, you can simply fold it up and lay it flat against the wall.
Need to face your books everyday? If so, why not store them on this Face Shelving system? As you place your books onto different locations of the shelf, you can create different faces that would make you smile. Just have a try. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Yaps these shelves look very ordinary when you view them from the front, but they’re indeed creative as you may find them sections of human face when viewing them from sides.
Finished in 10mm with Poplar plywood. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Aptly dubbed “Catalyst”, Jiyoung Seo’s shelf triggers user to feel, touch and react with the unit so as to build a closer relationship between people and furniture. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Biased Bookshelf- or more exactly the “Bias of Thought” bookshelf- is a 3D structure created by John Leung for shelving books, hanging magazines and holding your other items. [Read the rest of this entry...]
The Chess Bookshelf is in the Chinese traditional style, featuring magnets to hold the chess pieces as unique decorations. These chess pieces could move too, just as normal Chinese Chess does, can therefore to create various visual display of the bookshelf whenever you rearrange them. [Read the rest of this entry...]
IVY is designed to grow inside your rooms, just like trees grow outside your apartment. More exactly, it is a shelving system that consists of three branch-like modular pieces, changing its shape to live in various environments. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Well, the Accordion Shelf designed by Eisa Srozyk just makes me think of the Fruit Memo Pads ever introduced here. Similarly, the new shelf can freely close and open, but more importantly gives your room a refreshing look. So cool. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Balanced Shelf from Christian Kim is a shelf unit that can move to form different shapes. According to your different needs you can arrange them in a horizontal row or set them on the diagonal. But whatever you choose, the new shelf would always achieve equilibrium within the furniture itself and in the room “through an imbalance of the shelf”. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Apparently the new bookcase from designer Pietro Travaglini seems not that unique or attractive on the first sight, but when you step backwards with each modular having a new position, and then you’ll find the Schiena Bookcase makes your books look really wonderful. [Read the rest of this entry...]
It is always difficult for you to find out the needed books among various ones on the shelf? Then try the AAKKOSET Bookcase designed by Kayiwa. It comes with a series of shelves that are shaped like alphabet A, B, C and others so as to guide you to the books quickly. If you don’t have that much books to exhibit, you can also use AAKKOSET as a room divider and it performs just as good as other decorative dividers. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Slicker and interesting to look at, these jet sets wouldn’t take anything away from you but will always fly on the walls of your living rooms. If only the jet shelves would be sold at a lower price then I may get more to build an airport on my wall! [Read the rest of this entry...]
Of course the bookshelf holds your books, but more importantly, it also grows to accommodate more books. [Read the rest of this entry...]
There is an element of surprise in the “Levita” shelf, an interesting piece of decor and furniture created by Alessandro Loschiavo. But do not let the images or the designer fool your eyes, because these A4 paper sheets are actually a series of hammered sheet metal planes. So the shelf is really durable though people may take it as a fragile one. It indeed looks like an art piece, but the shelf is also practical for frequent use. [Read the rest of this entry...]
“Plus One” is a unique shelving addition designed by Matthias Ries. It merely consists of two simple parts—a five-sided case and a U-shaped metal hook, but can be used in various ways depending on the items you want to store in it. Made out of walnut or maple, the sleek addition will surely give your dull bookcase a refreshing look. [Read the rest of this entry...]
The exceptional round shape and bright white/red colors give Kim Ji-hye’s bookshelf a refreshing look, making it quite outstanding among all the bookshelves we’ve ever seen. But what actually makes the bookshelf special and unique is its “Need Not Arrange Anymore” concept—no longer need to keep the books well-organized, just enjoy the chaotic status of putting books freely. I love the idea. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Here at I New Idea we find that people always have a vivid imagination and boundless creative power. During the days gone by, we’ve introduced you various types of shelves. And today, we’d like to show you a new one, the Ladder Shelf. It features three movable boxes, each of which could be easily pulled out to form a ladder. As a result, you’ll find reaching for the items on high shelves no longer a hassle. Do you like it? [Read the rest of this entry...]
Good design helps with better life! Take Lab Istanbul’s Turning Boxes for example. The creative bookshelf is made up of a series of boxes that can be conveniently rotated to serve as either a shelf or a container. So it is actually a multifunctional storage system for studio apartments and other small living areas where full-size furniture isn’t welcomed. [Read the rest of this entry...]
You’re the one to decide what the furniture should be like. The Transformable Furniture designed by Martin Sämmer, just as its name implies, can be rearranged into a variety of shapes, meeting your different needs. [Read the rest of this entry...]
The bookshelf from Sturlesidesign fits in perfect to any home or office environment and especially suits those who love exhibiting their books. It would hold the books in a unique way, that is, to ‘hug’ them using its ’soft arms’ made out of foamed polythelene. As a result, you can insert the books into the shelf and arrange them in a desired shape, rather than placing them one after another. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Your little boys want a changing table to showcase their Transformers, his cute girls ask for enough drawers for storing their skirts, while her naughty baby needs a crib… Yups, different people need different things, but the Multi-functional Furniture by Adensen Furniture is rightly something every parent has dreamed of. Especially designed for kids up to 10 years old, the smart furniture could be changed into a crib, a table, storage drawers, shelves, and a bigger bed, etc. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Nothing would suit you better to exhibit your favorite books than the Slim Book Case. These transparent book cases are available in two versions: the Slim Version (8 slots) could hold 10-12books and the Demi Slim (4 slots) enables you to place 4-6 books. So next time decorating your office or living room, you can have a try with these Slim Book Cases and books. I bet you’ll find great pleasure with them. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Creative Factor: A simple but multifunctional gadget.
How do you like those pieces of furniture we’ve introduced these days? Most of them were showcased at imm Cologne 2010 and apparently they benefit a lot to the promotion of household products. If you love them, you’ll also be interested in the ‘Saucer’ designed by Eric Degenhardt for German manufacturer Schönbuch. Also launched at the imm Cologne 2010, the gadget is a coat hook that integrates a tray on its top for smaller items. Coated with matte powder, the metal hook is available in various colors. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Now this would look good in any office or living rooms. Made from fabric and stainless steel, the Bookwave Hanging Storage is a modular unit that could be adjusted to any sizes to meet your different needs. Apart from the function of a bookcase you’ve seen from the pictures, the gadget could also be used as a curtain or a room divider. [Read the rest of this entry...]
It is a wall-mounted bookcase, not only a stylish shelf for your favorite books, but an attractive decoration on the wall. It looks just like a bird nest! Apart from that, because of the flat surface on its top, the innovative design also allows you a continuous reading without using the bookmarks.
We have to admit, that the designer Alexandra DiCairano has successfully helped us to notice the artistic quality of the ‘ugly’ circuits with the elegant Short Circuit Shelf. It seems these shelves have become natural parts of the wall without trying to remind you of their existence. And obviously it’s the best choice for those who work as computer engineers. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Want to build your own shelving unit? Right here is a new kind of modular shelf unit that could be freely assembled. Compared to usual modular shelves, this unit ensures you to arrange it into different shapes due to the holes on its sides and the fence form design. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Some people love to arrange their books by the first letters of their names, while someone prefer to classify books into different categories. As for me, I’d love to put those books to the matching states they belong to. So I need a shelving system like this, which is shaped like an American map with every state acts as an individual shelf. Therefore, if you’re looking for certain books, you could quickly find them out if you know clearly which states they’re from.
Wall storage shelves haven’t change much for years, except for their different shapes and patterns. But the ‘Imeüble’ by Bjørn Jørund Blikstad will blow all those away, thanks to its bright colors and the stereoscopic pattern. Yes, it looks quite attractive on the wall. [Read the rest of this entry...]
Inspired by the classical game Dominoes, Knot Design has come up with the ‘Dominus’ Shelf, presenting a flowing composition. [Read the rest of this entry...]
A good design always makes for a good life, just like the Rotary Commodity Shelf that is based on a rotary plate. As a result, the new shelf makes it convenient for us get those articles perched on a high shelf, and takes a full advantage of the upper space as well. [Read the rest of this entry...]
I really appreciate the awesome idea as it highlights my favorite book. Made from powder-coated steel, the peeling back on the side not only creates an attractive shape, but also makes it easier for you to put in a book. Each measures 7″x 6″x 6″. [Read the rest of this entry...]
At the first glance, maybe it’s a bit difficult for you to deem the item as a shelf, because it seems too dangerous to put goods on it. However, in fact, there is a built-in transparent, elastic membrane, which makes it safe to hold your various articles.
Presenting here is an amazing collection of shelving units from Lago, which were invented, claimed by the designer, to “offer everyone the greatest freedom of expression”. From these showcases, we could find neither gorgeous material nor delicate decorations, but only color and creativity. Weird ones, classy ones, all these showcases are ready to change your dull room personalized, then which is your favorite?
In general, a giant single-line drawing calls for an overall composition capability, and so does furniture design. The Single Line Furniture, an aesthetic architecture station, is obviously a successful example. Designed with just one single line, the new furniture combines desk, shelf, computer desk and others all together, so as to make your room more fashionable.
The world won’t be so fabulous if we haven’t come up with numerous creative ideas, and we do need plenty of imagination to explore the essential part of every product. On seeing the ‘altavoz modular shelf system’ from Spain, we may imagine it an expanding box that extends continually to an end. Angled interior sides, slight shadow and the classical blue, all these have come to create a stereoscopic visual effect.
With much more emphasis laid on a combination of practicality and aesthetics, furniture designers have been facing some difficulty. But recently, a Chicagoan designer Mark Kinsley has come up with an exciting work, named as “Fold Out”. As shown in the graph, it’s an innovative mounted shelf that makes a full use of the mural painting and turns to be more attracting. Clever idea!
What have you seen in the pictures, books? Not necessarily. Shaped like an assortment of colored books, the cute article is actually called “BooxStore” that is designed to hide your stuff in a clever way.
Good news for paraplegic people! To ensure you an easy reach to anything you want on the shelf, Dana Yichye Shwachman has created the adjustable shelf that comprises a remote control. With this shelf, you could not only make full use of your wall, but also avoid sudden hurts by too many items on the floor.
Named as Bookworm Shelf, the new style is an interesting and attracting bookshelf that can be constructed in different shapes. No matter you put it in your drawing room or study room, it is always the most eye-catching gadget.
