Anything from dishes to toys and spices—here’s how delightful the String Pocket shelf looks in different homes
Designed by Nils Strinning, the String shelving series was first introduced in 1949. The compact Pocket shelf, in particular, has become a beloved piece of furniture in many homes. Pick your favorite ideas from our curated list!
1. Striking effect against a dark wall
In this home, the oak-colored String Pocket shelf truly stands out against the dark blue wall. The shelf displays a unique collection of souvenirs from New York and Stockholm, as well as finds from vintage stores.
2. A spice shelf on the backsplash
The shelf mounted on the kitchen backsplash is a convenient spot for spices. It’s placed at a comfortable height for cooking, with spices stored in old porcelain jars, making them easy to reach. The tiled backsplash paired with gray grout forms a beautiful backdrop for the black shelf.
3. A spot for dishes
In this city home, kitchen cabinets have been replaced by String shelves of various sizes, mounted at different heights on the wall. If the shelves were aligned evenly, the overall look would be more monotonous. Here the shelves are used to store black and white dishes, which do not get dusty as they are in daily use.
4. Beloved objects on display
The String shelf is excellent for displaying your favorite objects. Vases and delicate candlesticks stand out beautifully against the black shelf, which pairs well with black-framed windows.
5. A bedroom library
A Pocket shelf is a handy addition to the bedroom. It can hold the books you plan to read before bed, and there’s enough room between the bed and the shelf so you won’t bump your head.
6. A charming shelf for toys
Here, a Pocket shelf is used in a child’s room for storing small toys. A striking 1920s art deco shelf sits below it. The lower part of the wall is painted the same shade as the bottom shelf of the vintage unit.
7. White on white
In this kitchen, the shelf has been installed above the backsplash. A white shelf on a white wall can sometimes look cold and clinical, but classic tiling draws the eye to the Pocket shelf.
8. Radios and trays on display
In this kitchen by the entryway, a vintage teaching chart is creatively paired with a Pocket shelf. The shelf holds the kitchen radio, trays, and cookbooks.
9. From the same decade
A modern String shelf fits seamlessly next to a 1950s kitchen cabinet, since they’re from the same era. Combining two different styles of shelves makes the kitchen more unique. In this home, the Pocket shelf holds spice jars.
