Description
The structure of this Swedish classic is light weight, yet stable. String is simple to assemble and the shelves can be easily repositioned.
Books are kept in place by the side panels, and shelves of different depths can be combined in the same unit.
When more shelf space is needed, simply add an additional side panel and some shelves. Cupboards and writing tables can also be added. It is equally suited to a large or small wall.
This functionality and the timeless design are the reasons why String still attracts attention after 60 years.
1949: Winner of Bonniers bookshelf competition.
1954: Awarded gold medal, Triennale, Milan.
1954: Exhibition "Design in Scandinavia", USA.
1955: Exhibition "H55", Helsingborg, Sweden.
1993: Awarded Excellent Swedish Design by Svensk Form.
1999: Strinning honoured Classic Award by Svensk Form.
Build your own String system
The String Shelving System parts are sold individually.
Complete your configuration finding more components here
Technical Info
Shelf 78x30 cm supplied in 3-pack
Shelf 58x30 cm supplied in 3-pack
Shelf 78x20 cm supplied in 3-pack
Shelf 58x20 cm supplied in 3-pack
To avoid flex we recommend max 20 kg evenly spread load on 78 cm wide shelves.
Shelves, cabinets and chests are available in birch, oak, walnut, black, grey and white. work desk not available in black.
Individual units of String system are sold separately, please contact us if you require further information.
Finish:
White
Grey
Black stained ash
Ash
Oak
Walnut
Beige
String shelves
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Delivery & Returns
Orders placed before 1 pm on a weekday will usually be shipped the same day, if items are in stock. Tracked next day UK delivery is offered at no extra cost.
Hassle-free 30 days returns policy *excluding "made to order" items - please see our full delivery and returns policy here
Description
The structure of this Swedish classic is light weight, yet stable. String is simple to assemble and the shelves can be easily repositioned.
Books are kept in place by the side panels, and shelves of different depths can be combined in the same unit.
When more shelf space is needed, simply add an additional side panel and some shelves. Cupboards and writing tables can also be added. It is equally suited to a large or small wall.
This functionality and the timeless design are the reasons why String still attracts attention after 60 years.
1949: Winner of Bonniers bookshelf competition.
1954: Awarded gold medal, Triennale, Milan.
1954: Exhibition "Design in Scandinavia", USA.
1955: Exhibition "H55", Helsingborg, Sweden.
1993: Awarded Excellent Swedish Design by Svensk Form.
1999: Strinning honoured Classic Award by Svensk Form.
Build your own String system
The String Shelving System parts are sold individually.
Complete your configuration finding more components here
Technical Info
Shelf 78x30 cm supplied in 3-pack
Shelf 58x30 cm supplied in 3-pack
Shelf 78x20 cm supplied in 3-pack
Shelf 58x20 cm supplied in 3-pack
To avoid flex we recommend max 20 kg evenly spread load on 78 cm wide shelves.
Shelves, cabinets and chests are available in birch, oak, walnut, black, grey and white. work desk not available in black.
Individual units of String system are sold separately, please contact us if you require further information.
Finish:
White
Grey
Black stained ash
Ash
Oak
Walnut
Beige
Designed by Nisse Strinning
Nisse Strinning (1917-2006) is the father of the legendary String shelving and furniture system. Nisse Strinning was married to Kajsa Strinning, also a designer, who together with her husband developed the String system. The shelving was originally designed in 1949
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