10 Creative Modern Bookcases

When the Internet was still young, people used to think that the emergence of e-book and other information online will make books obsolete. But that did not happen. Until now, we still buy books and keep books in our homes. I am pretty sure books will always be part of our lives at least for the next 20 years. But how do we store books in our homes? Here, we will feature 10 amazingly creative modern bookcases that you may not have seen yet. Most of these designs are very unique that you could have never imagine that a bookcase would come in such shape or style.

MODERN BOOKCASE 01 – Yin Yang Bookcase

Bring some balance into your home with this beautiful yet simple bookcase design. This bookcase is made out of cardboard but is sturdy enough to hold your books. It might look difficult to assemble but this is actually an example from a do-it-yourself tutorial. If you are interested, Eric Guiomar and the gang at Instructables provides a step-by-step guide on how to do this.

MODERN BOOKCASE 02 – Round Bookshelf  Sofa

The Round Bookshelf Sofa is a real spacesaver and ideal for bedroom or living room. It could also be your personal haven for it allows you to be surrounded by all of your favorite things while relaxing.

MODERN BOOKCASE 03 – Packs of Dogs

If you are a pet lover, you will surely love this bookcase. Called the Pack of Dogs, this bookcase can also serve as bench, tools, magazine rack or bookend.It is also small enough to fit on a desk so you can keep it and your books close by as you work.

MODERN BOOKCASE 04 – The REK Bookcase

The REK bookcase can be expanded as your book collection grows. It is composed of 5 sliding sections that fit together so you save space if unfilled. The REK will surely enhance any decor scheme with its tough laminate finish featuring gloss white outside, satin gray inside.

MODERN BOOKCASE 05 – The Platzhalter Bookcase

If you are a book collector then more likely you always run out of bookcase space. The Platzhalter bookshelf splits down the middle providing about 30% more storage space if needed.

MODERN BOOKCASE 06 – The Scaffold Bookcase

These modular scaffold bookcases by Maria Yasko can store not just books but other items as well. These were made from Corian, a tough but light synthetic material traditionally used to make countertops. These caffold bookcases are available in various colors. Since these are modular, you  decide how to connect the pieces to form any shape you want depending on your mood.

MODERN BOOKCASE 07 – The Cave Bookcase

The Cave bookshelf atransform a normal bookcase into a cool piece of seating. It would be great to just curl up and be literally surrounded by books.

MODERN BOOKCASE 08 – The Bibliothèque Zelli

The Bibliothèque Zelli is a beautiful, snowflake-shaped bookcase from Younes Douret. Measuring 140cm (about 56 inches) in diameter, this piece will surely become the center of attention wherever it’s placed. The bookcase is available in white or black.

MODERN BOOKCASE 09 – Mydna Bookcase

The Mydna Bookcase from Mexican designer Joel Escalona is shaped like the DNA (that’s why it’s called myDNA). Available in two versions – one static and the other rotating on its pedestal, the Mydna Bookcase puts a new twist on storing one’s books.

MODERN BOOKCASE 10 – Billy’s Brother Bookcase

This bookcase from Sweden’s ADDI creates an illusion that makes it look like the bookcase is about to fall down. Called the Billy’s Brother Bookcase, this piece effectively blurs the line between hardware and sculpture.