Kubus Single Bookshelf

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Designed around the same modular principles that shaped late-century European office systems, this tall-format shelving unit balances open display with concealed storage. The exposed tubular frame keeps the structure visually light, while the stacked compartments create a strong architectural rhythm from floor to top shelf.

• Open shelving and concealed compartments
• Powder-coated steel panels
• Chrome-plated tubular framework
• Vertical modular proportions
• Adjustable leveling feet

Materials

Chrome-Plated Steel Frame
Constructed from polished tubular steel with exposed spherical joints that define the modular structure. The reflective finish sharpens the geometry while keeping the overall silhouette visually light.

Powder-Coated Steel Panels
The side, back, and door panels are finished in a durable powder coating that resists scratches and everyday wear while delivering rich, saturated color.

Soft-Drop Storage Doors
Integrated drop-down compartments conceal clutter while maintaining the clean grid structure of the shelving system.

Design

The proportions are inspired by modular storage systems developed during the modernist office movement of the 1960s and 1970s, where flexibility and repeatable geometry became central to workspace design.

Open compartments create room for books, objects, records, or display pieces, while the lower concealed sections visually ground the structure and provide practical hidden storage. The contrast between exposed chrome tubing and flat steel planes gives the piece its distinctly industrial character without feeling overly utilitarian.

Tall enough to function as a standalone shelving system, but narrow enough for apartments, offices, and smaller interiors.

Specifications

• Width: 30.5 in (77.3 cm)
• Depth: 14.7 in (37.3 cm)
• Height: 70.5 in (179 cm)

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Kubus Single Bookshelf

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System Continuity

Shares the same modular DNA as the rest of the Kubus line, allowing expansion and reconfiguration

Mixed Open + Closed Storage

Combines display shelving with concealed compartments for a balance of visual openness and practical organization.

Material Integrity

Heavier-gauge steel and consistent finishes give the piece its weight and presence

Powder-Coated Steel Construction

Steel panels add durability, weight, and saturated color that shifts subtly depending on light and angle.

Questions About The Kubus Single Bookshelf

How long until I receive my order?

The Kubus Single Bookshelf arrives approximately 6-8 weeks from the day of order.

Our products take longer to arrive than most others on the internet. But there's a good reason why. Most of our pieces are made to order and ship directly from the source. We don’t keep warehouses or carry excess inventory. This is how we cut costs and pass thousands in savings back to you. But it also means you have to wait a bit longer.

What is your return policy

The Kubus Single Bookshelf can be returned after receiving the order only if the product is damaged or unusable.

Our products are made to order. So we cannot offer returns for changes in preference. But we always do what we can to make it right.

To be returned, products need to be completely unused and still in their original packaging.

How can I track my order?

The Kubus Single Bookshelf ships within 2 weeks of order placement.

Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email with tracking details, allowing you to monitor its progress. Simply use the provided tracking information on our delivery partner’s website to stay updated on your shipment.

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Contact us anytime at care@theessential.com

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Our packaging is safe, simple, and proudly no frills. We don't think it makes sense to pay for things you throw away immediately.

That's why the Kubus Single Bookshelf ships in the same protective packaging the manufacturer uses, covered in functional stickers and foreign stamps showing the journey it's been on.

We don't hide it and wear it as a badge of honor for the places our products have been and the people who made them.

System Continuity

Mixed Open + Closed Storage

Material Integrity

Powder-Coated Steel Construction

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