Bookcases

Designer bookcases combine practical storage with an architectural way to organise and display books, decorative objects and personal collections. The Select Interior World collection includes modern and contemporary bookcases as well as more traditional designs for living rooms, home libraries, studies and other refined interiors.

Choose from open bookshelves, bookcases with doors or drawers, modular compositions and selected double-sided designs that can also help define different areas within an open-plan interior. The collection ranges from structured wall-based furniture to large freestanding bookcases, with selected models offering integrated or optional interior lighting.

Designer Bookcases for Modern and Classic Interiors

A bookcase can serve as more than a place for books. Open shelves create space for decorative objects and collections, while models combining open compartments with doors or drawers provide both visible display and concealed storage. Modular bookcases allow selected compositions to be adapted to different room dimensions and storage requirements.

• Modern and contemporary bookcases with clean architectural lines
• Classic and traditional designs with more decorative detailing
• Open bookshelves and models with doors, drawers or combined storage
• Modular systems for flexible furniture compositions
• Selected double-sided bookcases suitable for zoning open interiors

Wood is the principal material across the collection and is frequently combined with glass, metal and brass. Depending on the model, bookcases may also incorporate leather, marble, crystal or decorative finishes. Natural and stained woods, lacquered surfaces, metallic details and customisable colours are available across selected collections.

The collection features designer bookcases from established brands such as Smania, Morelato, Francesco Molon, Corte Zari, Ulivi Salotti, Reflex and Christopher Guy, covering contemporary furniture as well as more decorative classic interpretations.

For lighter and more compact storage solutions, explore our designer shelves. If you require predominantly closed storage, see our designer cabinets. Selected double-sided bookcases can also provide an architectural way to divide open interiors; for dedicated solutions, explore our room dividers.

How to Choose the Right Bookcase

Start by measuring the available width, height and depth of the space. Large bookcases can make effective use of vertical wall area, but the proportions should remain appropriate for the room and surrounding furniture. Consider the number, size and weight of the books or decorative objects you intend to store when selecting the shelf arrangement.

An open bookcase is ideal when books and objects should remain visible and easily accessible. Models with doors or drawers add concealed storage, while modular bookcases can offer greater flexibility in larger interiors. If the bookcase is intended to stand away from the wall or divide an open-plan space, choose a model specifically designed for double-sided use.

Selected bookcases include integrated or optional interior lighting that can emphasise books, objects and decorative details. As lighting systems and electrical specifications vary by model, check the individual product information before ordering.

Bookcases for Living Rooms, Libraries and Professional Interiors

Designer bookcases work naturally in living rooms, home libraries, studies and home offices, where storage can become an integral part of the interior architecture. Selected models may also be suitable for professionally designed offices, hospitality spaces or representative interiors, depending on the manufacturer's specifications and project requirements.

Ordering Designer Bookcases Online

Before ordering, check the overall dimensions, materials, shelf arrangement, door or drawer configuration and available finishes shown on the individual product page. For modular systems, review the selected composition and configuration carefully. Availability and production lead times vary by model. Where different finishes, colours or configurations are available, select the required option or provide additional details in the order comments or enquiry. For assistance with dimensions, finishes, configurations or ordering, contact our customer service team or use the 24/7 online chat.