It can rightfully be considered the worlds most radical, daring and revolutionary idea of a contemporary bookcase design. Bookworm makes an eyecatching feature in any room, as well as providing a practical storage solution for books, music, films, ornaments, toys and much more. Short kartell bookworm is infinitely adjustable, polypropylene, wallmounted bookshelf by ron arad, in wine red, cobalt, aluminium, white or black. In 1994 ron arad designed a series of highly imaginative curved bookshelves called bookworm. Kartell have sold over km in length of the bookworm since it was introduced in 1997 proving its undying popularity. Available in three different lengths, bookworm is marked by a serious of bookend supports. It is advisable to wallmount the shelf in a curved shape to keep the materials in tension and to.
Give me something that stands out, something that makes me do a double take. Kartell medium bookworm bookcase in aluminum by ron arad. Design ron arad, 1994 batchdyed pvc made in italy by kartell the creativity of an artist, combined with the technology of a great company, gives life to a project for a bookcase made on an industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the most daring and revolutionary in the world. Buy kartell bookworm bookshelf by ron arad, matte white. The bookwork shelf is a lovely combination of ron arads background and love of sculpture combined with industrial design this shelf is a popular piece seen in many homes. Arads style is of brightly color materials that matches perfectly with that of kartell.
It is advisable to wallmount the shelf in a curved shape to keep the materials in tension and to increase resistance once loaded. In three sizes and several colours this is a shelf you can bend and shape you your own design. This bookshelf, designed by ron arad born 1951, was originally unveiled at the milan furniture fair in 1993. The ecstasy of gold ennio morricone the good, the bad and the ugly high quality audio duration.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Kartell bookworm bookshelf by ron arad, matte white. The kartell bookworm wall shelf was designed by ron arad. Born in israel in 1951, arad is the most known israeli designer when discussing postmodernist design style. The bookworm, ron arads masterpiece merges creativity with technology. Although it was initally designed as a oneoff piece in sprung steel, it was soon massproduced in injectionmolded pvc by the italian manufacturer kartell. Available in aluminum, sea blue, white, blue, yellow, black, pink and wine red. The bookworm, ron arads plastic masterpiece for kartell, seamlessly merges creativity with technology. Bookworm short bookshelf by ron arad for kartell space. Its curvy structure can hold approximately 20 pounds at each of the seven bookend supports. Bookworm, the bendy contemporary bookshelf that mounts on your wall is made by kartell in italy. This flexible bookshelf assumes any desired shape without compromising toughness or functionality.
Kartells bookworm, designed by ron arad, is a fun, flexible bookshelf that is sure to please all creative readers. Educated at the jerusalem academy of art and later at the architectural association in london, ron arad cofounded the design and production studio one off in 1981 and later, in 1989, ron arad associates architecture and design practice. The designrelated rich shelf which had all the functional in strength, durability. Kartell bookworm 11 bookends by ron arad from kontenta the kartell bookworm is a flexible bookshelf constructed in batchdyed fire bookshelves design like roller coaster by kartell you know youve made it when you have a ron arad bookshelf in your living room. He attended the bezalel academy of arts and design in jerusalem between 197173 and the architectural association in london from 197479.
The collection has three different lengths, with seven, eleven, and 17 bookends accordingly. Tags ron arad bookworm shelving system design modern interior architecture furniture kartell book worm shelve shelves shelf wall decoration library. Israeli industrial designer, artist and architect ron arad was born in tel aviv in 1951. He studied at the jerusalem academy of art and the architectural association in london. Ron arads unique design style would continue to use unorthodox combinations of materials and concepts. Bookworm bookshelf by ron arad for kartell space furniture.
Kartell bookworm by ron arad, 1994 designer furniture by smow. The iconic and revolutionary bookworm shelf, fruit of the artistic creativity of ron arad combined with kartells technical expertise, has now morphed into the popworm with fluorescent fuchsia, turquoise and yellow versions as well as a black model with golden bookends. Bookworm designed by ron arad, the creativity of an artist, combined with the technology of a great company, gives life to a project for a bookcase made on an industrial scale that can rightfully be to considered the most daring and revolutionary. With the use of extrusion technology, the bookworm is able to assume multiple shapes without a compromise in strengh or functionality. The creativity of an artist combined with the technology of a large company brought a design of a bookshelf on industrial scale to life, which can deservedly be. It is advisable to wallmount the shelf in a curved shape. It makes a great statement on the wall behind a sofa, or even in a childs bedroom. A careful analysis of extrusion technology has allowed the creation of a curvy bookcase which assumes any desired shape, without compromising toughness and functionality.
This fun spiral of books is sure to draw attention while displaying your f. Please refresh the page in order to view uptodate bidding information. Bookshelf bookworm by ron arad for kartell is a uniquely designed and very practical bookshelf. A bookshelf shaped like the united states with each state having their own space. He was born in tel aviv, studied in bezalel design school 19711973 and continued to study at the architectural association in london, graduating in 1979. Bookworm combines flexibility and superior durability allowing approximately 20 lbs. Bookworm the flexible shelf is justly called the most revolutionary bookshelf of all times. Two ron arad kartell bookworm bookshelves small blue. Combines flexibility and superior durability allowing approximately 20 lbs between each support.
Ron arad an artists creativity combined with a great companys technology gives life to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary. Available in three different lengths, bookworm is marked by a series of bookend supports. A careful analysis of extrusion technology has allowed the creation of a curvy bookca. The kartell bookworm shelf designed by ron arad combines an artists creativity with a great companys technology. Designed by ron arad an artists creativity combined with a great companys technology results in to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary. Designed by ron arad in the year 1994 for the italian manufacturer. I love this interesting eye catching spiral book shelf. Volker albus a shelf revolt the bookworm turns our ideas of a bookshelf upside down back cover. The bookworm was designed by ron arad for kartell in italy and remains one of our most popular book shelves. Tags bookworm ron arad kartell book worm shelve shelves shelf shelving wall decoration library 1994 spiral case modern contemporary design furniture fhq. Bookworm, the flexible bookshelf that combines an artists creativity with a great companys technology, giving life to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary.
Aug 05, 2009 although some people are afraid to admit it, i am proud to say that i have always been, and will always be, a bookworm. From the moma store comes the bookworm shelf, a flexible bookshelf that can be constructed in various shapes. The bookworm bookshelf can be formed in any desired shape, and each support holds up to 10 kg of books. In 1994 arad designed the bookworm bookshelf that is still being produced by italian company kartell proving that this innovative design can stand the test of time. Kartell bookworm bookshelf by ron arad, opaline wine red 4. Ron arads bendable bookworm by design abc radio national. Flex the bookworm into any shape you like, and mount it to the wall. Bookworm of epochmaking bookshelf ron arad ron arad is a masterpiece of ron arad born by an exact technique so as not to be exaggeration even if i say the worlds first flexible shelf. Kartell medium bookworm bookcase in aluminum by ron arad about an artists creativity combined with a great companys technology results in to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and. Kartell contemporary modern bookworm wall mount book shelf. Ron cofounded with caroline thorman a design and production studio, which brought him to associate architecture and design practices eight years later. Popworm short bookshelf by ron arad for kartell space furniture.
Bookworm 17 bookends ron arad an artists creativity combined with a great companys technology gives life to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary. Made in italy from extremely sturdy, yet very flexible, pvc by renowned plastics manufacturer kartell, the bookworm can be curved and shaped to suit your needs, holding up to 20 pounds of weight between each set of supportive bookends. There are many interesting bookshelf but this one is awesome. Designed by ron arad in the year 1994 for the italian manufacturer kartell, bookworm is already known as a modern furniture classic. Kartell contemporary modern bookworm wall mount book shelf by. Kartells bookworm can adopt to any position without suffering loss of durability and functionality.
In 1994, he created the bookworm bookshelf, a sturdy but flexible shelf that can coil or take on limitless shape. A careful analysis of extrusion technology allowed for the creation of this curvy, flexible pvc bookcase, which assumes any desired shape without compromising strength and functionality. The famous flexible bookshelf by ron arad combines creativity, technology and simplicity. In 1995 kartell began to produce bookworm in injectionmoulded pvc. Bookworm ron arad an artists creativity combined with a great companys technology results in to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary. Bookworm shelf creative bookshelves, bookshelf design. It is advisable to wallmount the shelf in a curved shape keeping the material in tension and to increase resistance once loaded. Bookcases free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Though associated with hightech design, ron arad s multidecade career goes back to predigital days.
According to the technical specifications required, budget and needs, a trade advisor will help you to make your selection of products. Bookworm by ron arad is the first spring steel shelf and was unveiled at the milan furniture fair in this is one of his best selling pieces. Service adapted to specific needs of trade customers, trade department will advise and assist you in your projects. The bookworm shelf was designed by ron arad for kartell in italy.
Not only can the bookworm shelf look like a worm or a snail, but the bookshelf can actually be bent into any shape you want. Designed in 1994 by ron arad, the work of israeliborn londonbased designer has played a significant role in the way our contemporary furniture looks. The bookworm is an unusual bookshelf that is both flexible and durable. Part of a series of quirkily formed shelving units, the bookworm is an original piece by pioneering postmodern designer ron arad. Artist ron arad s creativity combined with kartells technology, gives life to a bookcase design that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary.
Medium 11 shelf ron arad kastell bookworm bookshelf. Apr 16, 2020 this bookshelf, designed by ron arad born 1951, was originally unveiled at the milan furniture fair in 1993. Bookworm is the flexible and iconic bookshelf designed by ron arad for kartell. Kartell, ron arad wall hung bookshelf bookworm jusqua. The versatile bookworm from kartell was designed by ron arad and makes an awesome storage unit for books or cds and because it can be flexed to whatever shape you prefer the possibilities are endless.
Kartell bookworm bookshelf by ron arad, pack of 1, opaline black 4. Time lapse assembling the library bookwarm designed by ron arad for kartell. You can sort each book by states, and when someone ask about a book, you can say its somewhere between kansas and california. Bookworm signified the beginning of a successful relationship between ron arad and kartell, with arad going onto design a number of futher products for kartell, such as the lovely rita bookshelf and the fpe chair. It has since become one of ron arads bestselling works. An artists creativity combined with a great companys technology gives life to a bookcase design of industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the worlds most daring and revolutionary. Fastened to the wall in a curved arrangement will increase its capacity to support heavy loads. Unlimited shapes can be formed, limited only by personal creativity.
Bookworm combines flexibility and superior durability allowing for a load of around 10 kg for each support. Bookworm combines flexibility and superior durability allowing approximately 20 lbs between each support. Bookworm wall shelf by kartell designed by ron arad. The bookworm was designed by ron arad for kartell in italy. A careful analysis of extrusion technology has allowed the creation of a curvy bookcase whi. The intellectual property depicted in this model, including the brands ron arad and kartell, is not affiliated with or endorsed by the original rights holders. These artistic, flexible bookshelves are made from highly durable plastics, and can be made into any shape, holding up to. The creative insight of ron arad combined with the technological expertise of kartell comes together in the bookworm the industrial bookshelf that snakes its way across your wall. Dec 01, 2014 time lapse assembling the library bookwarm designed by ron arad for kartell. See more ideas about ron arad, book worms and bookshelves. Arads belief is that design has a responsibility not only to utility but to surprise and delight. Kartell contemporary modern bookworm wall mount book shelf by ron arad. This sculptural shelf was designed by ron arad and is a great way to store books. Ron arad began designing for kartell in 1997, beginning with the popular bookworm shelving system, one of his most commercially successful pieces.
Bookworm is a curved wall shelf from kartell designed by ron arad. When designer ron arad imagined a bookcase, the bookworm bookshelf was the uniquely sinuous and charismatic result. Kartell bookworm flexible bookshelf short by ron arad. Aug 02, 2009 this bookworm shelf by ron arad is available at the moma store.
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