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Built-in StorageIssue 38 — Small Quarters

10 Easy Pieces: Wall-Mounted Shelving Systems

September 20, 2017

The advantages to wall-mounted, modular shelving systems are myriad: They can be engineered to fit any space, and unlike built-ins, they can be disassembled and reinstalled if you relocate. Here’s a roundup of our finds.

the aliante shelving system by rodolf dordoni for capellini is available with p 17
Above: The Aliante Shelving System by Rodolf Dordoni for Capellini is available with polished chromed nickel supports and shelves in oak or mahogany. The shelves are available directly through Cappellini.

the classical string shelf modular system was designed in \1946 by swedish arch 18
Above: The classical String shelf modular system was designed in 1946 by Swedish architect and designer Nils “Nisse” Strinning. The full String Shelf System shown in oak and white above is available at Finnish Design Shop, sold in separate parts and as a whole via String.
the iconic vitsoe 606 universal shelving system, designed by dieter rams i 19
Above: The iconic Vitsoe 606 Universal Shelving System, designed by Dieter Rams in 1960, is a favorite of design aficionados. The system offers infinite configurations: various shelf widths and lengths, drawers, and desks available to suit any storage needs. An aluminum E-track and pin enables the shelves and cabinets to be easily hung and configured as needed. The Vitsoe is an investment, but it’s a system you can add to over the years; the setup shown above costs $6,020; the cabinets run at around $1,000 each (four shown), and the shelves between $90 and $100, depending on length. Available in black, off-white, and beech, exclusively in the US through the Vitsoe Shop in New York and online at Vitsoe.
the ikea svalnäs shelves remind us of midcentury design (see high/low: wal 20
Above: The Ikea Svalnäs Shelves remind us of midcentury design (see High/Low: Wall-Mounted Midcentury Modular Shelving). It’s made of bamboo and white epoxy; $282 for the combination shown.
favored by architects and widely used in university settings, the straightforwa 21
Above: Favored by architects and widely used in university settings, the straightforward, well-engineered Rakks System offers well priced, durable shelving manufactured in Needham, Massachusetts, by the Rangine Corporation. Components and pricing available at Rakks Store.
the royal system shelving unit c from dk3 is available in oak and walnut; 22
Above: The Royal System Shelving Unit C from DK3 is available in oak and walnut; $5,950 at Design Within Reach.

ikea&#8\2\17;s algot wall upright/shelves in white are \$\188 and can 23
Above: Ikea’s Algot Wall Upright/Shelves in white are $188 and can be applied to any room.

the helix white oak 70 inch wall mounted bookcase features four fixed blond qua 24
Above: The Helix White Oak 70-Inch Wall-Mounted Bookcase features four fixed blond quartersawn oak veneer shelves on a squared metal tube frame of powder-coated carbon that can be mounted across a wall. Each ladder is 30 inches wide and 70 inches in height; $219 from CB2.
made in brooklyn, the atlas industries as4 shelving system is available in 25
Above: Made in Brooklyn, the Atlas Industries as4 Shelving System is available in white oak, maple, and walnut with sturdy steel brackets (custom color paint is also an option). The 91-inch-wide white oak configuration with desk included above costs $12,630. Components are priced individually; the full price list is available on the Atlas site.
the wall mounted eiermann shelving unit was designed in \193\2 b 26
Above: The wall-mounted Eiermann Shelving Unit was designed in 1932 by German architect Egon Eiermann. Now produced by Richard Lampert, the Eiermann shelves feature stainless steel supports and shelves available in white melamine, solid oak, and white powder-coated finish. The Five-Shelf Eiermann Shelving Unit is available at Twenty Twenty-One; pricing begins at £722 ($1,127). Contact Richard Lampert for details and retailers.
a budget option from the container store, the driftwood and platinum elfa livin 27
Above: A budget option from the Container Store, the Driftwood and Platinum Elfa Living Room Shelving is $394.69 (as shown above), also available with individual components.

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N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on May 19, 2010.

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