Story Bookcase

Description: Fascinated by the transformation of spaces over long stretches of time, Hung-Ming Chen and Chen-Yen Wei invented the word Afteroom to name their studio in Stockholm. “We simply want to create things people won’t get rid of,” says Chen-Yen. Their designs are marked by a spare style, and their use of tubular frameworks is a nod to the Bauhaus. In creating the Story Bookcase (2017), they brought a new twist to Sapien-style vertical book storage by allowing the user to position the shelves facing forward or to the side. By holding texts horizontally in a vertical stack, Story holds dozens of books in a very compact footprint. “We hope people see it as a quiet, functional sculpture,” says Hung-Ming. All-metal construction and a heavy weighted base provide strength and stability. Weight limit per shelf: 7 pounds. Simple assembly required; wall anchoring hardware and safety strap included. Made in Taiwan.

Please note this bookcase ships in two boxes.

Materials: Powder-coated steel; felt floor glides

Dimensions: Short- H 62.5" W 15.75" D 15.75"

Tall- H 75.5" W 15.75" D 15.75"

Each shelf measures 9.5" wide and 8" deep.

Color Options: Coal, Mint, White