I'm certainly a fan of Harry Allen, and I'm pleased as punch that he's got this new "books book" shelf (sounds funny). I might have to add this to my list of things to get once I figure out where I would put it.

"The Books Book Shelf by Harry Allen has a matte white resin finish and is wall mounted. From his famed Reality series, the Books book shelf has been cast from actual books."

18"W x 11"H x 9"D

[posted by katie]

This amazing shelf made in Italy by Kartell can be installed either right side up or upside down with two different effects. 39" w | 7.5" h | 7.9" d

These shelves are great for any application, such as in a study, office or living room. What's great about them is that they rely on gravity for strength, so each shelf has a weight load of 110 lb for each shelf without putting any real stress on the wall.

[posted by kris]

This shelf would be just the thing to display your books- all the while being an excellent statement of modern aesthetic. I love that it can go vertical or horizontal and that you could change the look just by rearranging the books.

'Sound finds a physical identity in the beautifully crafted Storyline bookshelf. By first processing a word into soundwaves, the physical shape is then mirrored in powder-coated steel, using an explicit folding technique. Appropriately enough, the word that inspired this lovely piece was "bliss".'

35"W x 8"L x 11"H

[posted by katie]

These hand made white oak or black walnut wall storage boxes can be customized to customers specifications. They are made with traditional construction techniques with mitered joints.

"The Plateau Boxes are designed to frame objects in a natural, unobtrusive environment. Because they are blindly fastened to the wall, the boxes —and the objects they hold— exhibit a unique lightness of form. Each box is independent unto itself, so users can apply their creativity to configure the boxes on a wall.

Available in black walnut or riftsawn white oak, with sliding door and shelf options. Custom size and proportions available upon request, please call for details."

med; 37” w | 12” d | 16” h large; 37” w | 12” d | 18” h

[posted by kris]

At 70% off, these rectangular containers become quite affordable...but please note that you need the display bar as well...

"This rectangular, metal display box from Mobos comes with holes in the bottom for use as a planter. But with a finish that works inside or outdoors, this container can be used any way you want, whether it's as a magazine rack, attractive storage or a display...Please note: Mobos are not constructed to hang individually. They are meant to attach to the Mobos display bar, available in different lengths. Please call for sizing."

Red, marigold, yellow or teal.

Front rectangle: 14"w x 8"h. Planter dimensions: 5.5"l x 12"w x 6"h.

[posted by katie]

I'm pleased with this new arrival to the Ikea catalog. It's perfect for a home office and comes with a much slimmer price tag than some of those fancier Italian versions. $510.00 as shown on left. Pricing depends on configuration.

This ruffle frame shelf is an easy way to add a little warmth to a cold space. Wood frame with resin. 2 fixed shelves. wall mountable. white. 29"w x 7.5"d x 31'h.

I love that this shelf allows you to use a book as a bookend.

The shelf is available in two high gloss powder coated finishes, black or white.

A different option for displaying your trinkets or photos... these shelves will certainly not be in every single one of your friend's houses.

"Normally the thought of mushrooms growing on our walls would give us the willies, but these shelves are anything but creepy. Made from exquisitely carved basswood, these gorgeous mushrooms prove once and for all you need not be a hookah-smoking caterpillar to appreciate fungi-inspired designs."