Kartell Bookworm Bookshelf

"After so many years when I look back, still the Bookworm and FPE are the most ground-breaking products I was involved with in an industrial context." -Ron Arad

A product that seamlessly merges at once the creativity of Ron Arad and the technological prowess of Kartell, the flexible Bookworm Bookshelf is a wonder to behold whose appeal has remained strong for over a decade. Through the use of extrusion technology, the Bookworm is able to assume any shape at all without a compromise in strength or functionality. Available in three lengths, each Bookworm comes with a set of flexible, durable bookends that move along the curves of the shelf to provide support for any shape. The Bookworm's elastic nature allows it to fit into any environment both physically and aesthetically.

Designed by: Ron Arad, 1994

Features at a Glance:

Bookworm Bookshelf Features:
• Made of batch-dyed, fire-retardant PVC
• Bookshelf assumes any desired shape
• Each bookend supports up to 20 lbs
• Available in two opaque and four translucent colors
• Available in three sizes
• Made in Italy

Mounting Note:

• Kartell recommends that users of the Bookworm Bookshelf wall-mount it in a curved shape to keep materials in tension and to increase resistance when loaded.

Dimensions:

• Short Bookshelf:
  • 7.5" H x 126" W x 7.88" D
  • Weight: 13.6 lbs

• Medium Bookshelf:
  • 7.5" H x 204.75" W x 7.88" D
  • Weight: 21.56 lbs

• Long Bookshelf:
  • 7.5" H x 322.88" W x 7.88" D
  • Weight: 33 lbs

Quality:

• In 2005, Kartell received accreditation for its Quality Management Systems according to the ISO 9001: 2000 standard. The attainment and preservation of this certification testifies to Kartell's commitment to high quality and continued research into higher levels of quality in company management systems.

Helping the Environment:

• Kartell products use a wide variety of plastic materials, thereby reducing the use of living organisms, such as trees, which are difficult and time-consuming to replace.
• Most Kartell products are easily recycled and product components can be separated to elements made of a single material to simplify the recycling process. Plastic components also carry clear identification marks to aid correct separation of different plastic types for effective recycling.

Care and Maintenance:

• Kartell products are easy to clean and require only simple care to remain in excellent condition. Please see here for specific information on the proper cleaning and use of Kartell materials.

Order with Confidence:

• Authentic Kartell products are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months under normal use and under conditions for which the items were designated.
• Should you discover shortly after receiving your Bookworm Bookshelf that parts are either damaged or missing, please call us immediately, and we will be happy to send you replacement parts as soon as possible and at no additional cost.

Occasionally, we have limited stock of returned Kartell products available at discounted pricing. To view our returns outlet, click here.