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Swaying Novel Storage

Rock Library by Arik Levy is a Dry Land Boat for Book Lovers

— January 26, 2012 — Art & Design
You may seek the comfort of a rocking chair while reading a book, so is it much of a stretch to envision your bookcase assuming a bit of a sway as well? The Rock Library by Arik Levy embodies this whimsical feature, composed upon a sloping base which can be tipped back and forth.

Eschewing the rigidity and rectangularity of most shelving units, this one appears to be modeled after the hull of an ark, carved and crafted from smoothed pieces of wood into a shape which narrows at both sides and bulges in the middle. Open ends offer gaping spaces for the stowing of assorted domestic cargo, white quadrilateral cubbies protrude from the continuous timber cladding of the storage system. Like no other shelf you've encountered, the playful Rock Library by Arik Levy inspires the same imagination as the novels nestled within it.
Trend Themes
1. Rocking Furniture - The concept of adding a rocking feature to functional furniture items, such as bookcases, could disrupt the furniture industry by offering an added layer of comfort and whimsy for consumers.
2. Organic-shaped Storage - Storage systems designed with organic, non-rectangular shapes, like the Rock Library by Arik Levy, offer opportunities for furniture manufacturers to differentiate themselves and potentially stand out in a crowded market.
3. Multi-purpose Storage - Shelving units that not only store books, but also offer additional spaces for storing other items, like the Rock Library by Arik Levy, could disrupt storage solutions by providing versatile and efficient storage solutions for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers could leverage the trend of adding rocking features to functional furniture items, such as bookcases, to create product differentiation and meet consumers' needs for comfort and whimsy.
2. Woodworking - Woodworking professionals could benefit from creating furniture items with organic, non-rectangular shapes, like the Rock Library by Arik Levy, for consumers looking for unique and visually appealing storage solutions.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers could recommend multi-purpose storage solutions, like the Rock Library by Arik Levy, to clients looking for efficient and versatile storage options that also serve as design elements in their homes.
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