Cool Book Displays
In addition to a long list of items I've usually borrowed from the library, I also buy lots of books. Over the years I've managed to accumulate a collection that requires its own room. In our house we refer to it as the "library" but it's actually a spare bedroom. The books are kept on traditional bookcases but lately I've been trying to redesign the space and make it more contemporary. And I've discovered some awesome new designs for home book displays.
One is the Conceal Bookshelf designed by Umbra. It's an invisible floating book display which stacks books vertically, and makes a collection look as if it's suspended mid-wall. Or if I'd like to store them horizontally, the Flybrary is another cool design by the same company.
For something that combines both words and music I like the Storyline shelf by Dutch by Design. The shape mimics the lyrical forms that words make when read aloud. It's truly poetic.
Another cool option is the Equation Shelf designed by Estudio Breder. It displays a collection in mathematical order. I think this might make a good "library books only" shelf on which I could place items I've checked out in due date priority in order to avoid overdue fines. This one's definitely a conversation piece.
I decided to group the final two options together because I think they're too trendy for my tastes -- but I think they're fun and couldn't resist sharing them here. The Cave, designed by Sakura Adachi is a bookcase with a built-in padded seat. This one would be great for a child's room. Don't you think? (There's even a mini version for a pet.) The Bibliochase from Nobody and Co. is a wooden chair with a cushioned seat that also let's readers stay close to their books.
Well, this is going to be a tough decision but with a bit of help from the latest GRPL room design books I'm sure I'll get it right.