The 10 Best Minimalist Bookshelves
This review covers the best minimalist bookshelves that can enhance your personal style at home whilst offering the most efficient and convenient storage options for your books and collectibles.
Minimalist bookshelves are stylish pieces of furniture that can add extra flair to your personal style while providing you additional space for storage and display. Due to their minimalist design, they suit every household and their functionality allows it to be displayed in whichever room you wish to place them, without invading your space.
With so many designs out there, it can be hard to find the best minimalist bookshelf for your home. This list offers an overview of the best minimalist bookshelves, including their specifications, which surely will help you find the right one.
This review and buying guide was researched and written by
Indah Pietersz
1
HSH Solid Wood Bookshelf
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Material: Metal & Wood
Height: 70″
Width: 47.2″
Depth: 9.1″
HSH Solid Wood Bookshelf
The HSH Solid Wood Bookshelf is the best minimalist bookshelf in our list, as it’s not only functional but also stylish. Its minimalist, clean design and warm colours give it a look that matches every room, while offering five tiers of storage without taking up too much space.
The solid wood shelves are held in place by a steel frame that adds to the design, giving it not only the support it needs but also enhances its neat aesthetic. Instead of a back panel, the HSH Solid Wood Bookshelf is supported by a steel X frame. It’s sturdy construction is protected by an anti-slip and scratch pads, making it easier to move it from one place to another. The wooden shelves are embellished with a rustic grain finish that gives the bookshelf character and exudes warmth and elegance.
All in all, the neutral colours and minimalist design allows for the bookshelf to suit any style of decoration. It offers sufficient storage options, but thanks to its compact design, will not commandeer the room, whichever one you choose to place it in.
Key features:
- Available, in 2-tier, 3-tier, 4-tier and 5-tier configuration
- Great material blend of wood and metal
- Features a beautiful rustic grain
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Nathan James Theo Bookshelf
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Material: Metal & Wood
Height: 72″
Width: 24″
Depth: 12″
Nathan James Theo Bookshelf
If you are looking for a clean, slim and functional bookshelf, the Nathan James Theo Bookshelf is the one. This stylish wooden bookshelf suits any household and comes in many different colour combinations to suit your personality.
Its sleek, wooden finish complements the steel frame that supports it, allowing it to carry heavier objects such as heavy books and vases. While the design may be relatively slim, which would make it suitable for smaller spaces, as the five shelves offer enough space to display your belongings. In addition, this minimalist bookshelf also offers various combinations of shelves and drawers, where the last two shelves are replaced by a set of drawers instead. This gives you an additional opportunity to safely store your most precious items from immediate sight while still using the top for additional storage.
The Nathan James Theo Bookshelf is easy to set up and comes in smaller sizes, if you wish to opt for less storage or a more compact version. Regardless of its size, its neutral colours and contemporary design will add an extra touch of warmth to the room.
Key features:
- Slim design that is suitable for smaller spaces
- Great blend between metal and wood
- Available in three warm colors
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Nathan James Telos Bookshelf
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Material: Wood
Height: 32″
Width: 36″
Depth: 16″
Nathan James Telos Bookshelf
The Nathan James Telos Bookshelf is a four cubed, two story cupboard suitable for every age and aesthetic. Its small size allows for even the youngest of us to store our items with easy access and sturdy support, without any cause for concern.
Its modern design combines the glossy, white wood with solid brown wooden panels for support, offering a neutral and stylish look. The veneer back panel allows for some contrast to make the organizer stand out without clashing. Its angled design offers a dynamic look to the piece whilst also providing an opportunity to store heavier or bigger items in the bottom. In addition, the top can be used as extra storage space for memorabilia or daily items to be placed on display, such as a lamp, candle, photographs or a bowl for your keys. And last but not least, its clean finish on the panels are made not to scratch the floors.
This combination of neutral colours and design can complete any aesthetic you are going for. Its design is not exclusive to the living room as it is just as suitable to every other room in the house. This minimalist bookshelf itself is relatively easy to assemble, meaning it will not take much time to put together and enhance your personal style.
Key features:
- Unique design with different sized compartments
- Beautiful two-tone color combination
- Top space available for daily items
4
Modway Transmit Bookshelf
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Material: Wood
Height: 52.5″
Width: 45″
Depth: 11.5″
Modway Transmit Bookshelf
The Modway Transmit Bookshelf surely adds to the ‘mod’ in its name, thanks to its retro design. Its dark, neutral coloured wood has a clean, glossy finish, giving it somewhat more of a modern finish to a vintage-looking piece while its size and structure offer compact and efficiency.
The large frame surrounds three tiers of display shelves, which are separated in seven different compartments. Each of these compartments holds enough space for you to display any items; from memorabilia to bigger items such as trophies, awards or perhaps even books and encyclopedias. These shelves are supported by tapered dowel wood legs that hold the construction in place, but do not obstruct the design, giving it the slight illusion of a floating minimalist bookshelf. The lack of a back panel gives you the option to either slide the case against the wall or use it as a room divider.
And last but not least, do not be fooled by its size, as the compartments offer a lot of storage space. Its dark colour and retro, open design will certainly leave an impression on your living room.
Key features:
- Floating design with spacear compartments
- Suitable for any modern room
- Flared legs for extra stability
5
Caffoz Bookshelf
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Material: Metal & Wood
Height: 54.7″
Width: 23.6″
Depth: 17.1″
Caffoz Bookshelf
The Caffoz Bookshelf is a relatively large bookshelf that can be placed in any room of the house. The modern design complements its functionality, as it is made to hold either large or several objects per shelf.
The combination of wooden shelves, that are supported by metal frames, gives it a more industrial look. In addition, its sturdy design is made to hold heavier items without the risk of toppling over. The dark colours and the medium size of this minimalist bookshelf would complement any modern aesthetic and would suit any room. The great thing about the Caffoz Bookshelf is that you can get creative with it. It could serve as a lovely storage piece in the living room or enhance the professional vibe of your office.
The four tiered shelves hold enough space to store or put your items on display. Its height allows you to store away your previous valuables out of reach from the youngest family members. The Caffoz bookshelf can be used as a standalone piece or be combined with other similar furniture designs to complete the overall look of your room.
Key features:
- Metal and wooden blend give it an industrial look
- Metal frame provides extra stability
- Great for modern home offices
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Good and Gracious Bookshelf
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Material: Wood
Height: 58.27″
Width: 11.81″
Depth: 27.95″
Good and Gracious Bookshelf
If you are looking for a bookshelf with elegance and ample storage options, the Good and Gracious Bookshelf may be the one for you. As stated in its name, this bookshelf does not only come with style, but goes beyond its regular storage facility.
The Good and Gracious bookshelf is of medium height and can function as a bookshelf as well as a display case. The four tiered shelves come in walnut coloured wood with a contrasting tier of marble veneer, giving it a more modern twist to the retro style. It is held up by tapered wooden legs of the same colour, making it look like it slightly hoovers over the floor. Each of the legs are covered by an anti-friction pad for safety to uphold balance and avoid any slips and scratches on the surface.
Overall, the Good and Gracious Bookshelf features a unique, yet functional design. The case is mostly an open shelf and can be placed aside a wall as well as a room divider. It’s unique and minimalist design would make it an eye catching piece in any room, regardless of its style. Regardless, it would certainly make an eye catching piece for yourself and your guests.
Key features:
- Marble veneer that looks elegant and classy
- Great for displaying books and collectibles
- Walnut finish gives a rustic appearance
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Joybase Bookshelf
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Material: Metal & Wood
Height: 68.88″
Width: 31.5″
Depth: 11.38″
Joybase Bookshelf
The Joybase Bookshelf is modern and elegant. Its wooden S-shaped frame is made of stainless steel, giving it more of a contemporary look while still making it suitable for every style. The unique shape makes for a dynamic piece, adding an artistic vibe to the design itself.
The bookshelf comes with four tiers and no back panel, making it multifunctional as shelves as well as a potential room divider. This combination enhances its open design, making it easier to access your stored or displayed items. The steel feet underneath the last shelves are covered by anti-slip pads to avoid scratching and slipping while providing stable and durable support.
All things considered, the Joybase Bookshelf is a unique looking bookshelf that is great for displaying books, collectibles and decor. Last but not least, this combination of materials allows for the minimalist bookshelf to carry heavier items while adding a modern twist to your style. The two neutral colour variants of light and dark would both be suited to any aesthetic. This makes it versatile for any type of minimalist interior. The choice, however, is all yours.
Key features:
- Unique S-shaped shelf design
- Available in two color options
- Works well as a room divider
8
Giantex Bookshelf
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Material: Wood
Height: 49″
Width: 23.5″
Depth: 10.5″
Giantex Bookshelf
The Giantex Bookshelf is a modernized version of the standard bookshelf. Its construction and functionality are the same, but the design adds a new little twist to its look, giving it the optical illusion that the case is much slimmer than it actually is while still offering ample storage space.
The three tiered, wooden S-shaped frame offers sturdy support for your items while divided by space and panels of similar material and colour. The lack of a back panel opens up the design, giving it access to your items from any angle and providing the opportunity to function as a divider as well as regular shelves. The bookshelf itself does not come with separate stands for support, which allows for the opportunity to be positioned horizontally as well as vertically, depending on your space and preference.
Despite its name, the Giantex is a medium height bookshelf, but its open design still offers a lot of storage. The shelves hold a lot of space between them, so it comes with the option to carry bigger items. The anti-tilt design is tailored to protect the minimalist bookshelf from tilting in either position and enhances its functionality, meaning it can be used as book shelves, storage or even as a nightstand. Its ultra-modern design will add a funky, contemporary twist to the room and the neutral dark colour makes it suitable to any colour template.
Key features:
- Open shelf design creates the illusion of space
- Suitable for small and narrow spaces
- Can also be positioned horizontally
9
Walker Edison Bookshelf
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Material: Wood
Height: 55″
Width: 24″
Depth: 13″
Walker Edison Bookshelf
Looking for the most clean, simple and minimalist style bookshelf? Then the single coloured, stylish Walker Edison Bookshelf may be most suitable to your taste. Dissimilar to our previous contemporary listings, this wooden bookshelf comes close to a more classic design.
The bookshelf comes in two different sizes and consists completely of the same material and colour. The four wooden tiers that are upheld by wooden triangular style frames of the same colour. The two separate height options both offer a medium size, making the bookshelf suitable to both big and small rooms. The dynamic design ensures it does not take up too much space while offering ample storage space for both big and small items. In addition, the bookshelf can also function as a display case for your collectibles, trophies or memorabilia.
While the Walker Edison Bookshelf is minimalist in design, it has a very versatile functionality. Moreover, it’s available in three different neutral colours, making it suitable for any room and aesthetic. If you are looking for a more classic, retro look, this bookshelf would definitely be a nice addition to the room.
Key features:
- Suitable for small and large rooms
- Unique triangular frame design
- Different depth shelves
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Tribesigns Bookshelf
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Material: Metal & Wood
Height: 70.87″
Width: 39.37″
Depth: 11.8″
Tribesigns Bookshelf
Last but not least, we bring you the Tribesigns Bookshelf. This bookshelf exudes a contemporary look at first sight due to its design, but thanks to its colouring it would also be a lovely addition to a more retro vibe.
The Tribesigns bookshelf consists mostly of a metal frame covered, supported by wooden boards for storage and protection of the surface. Its large size offers four tiers of seven storage compartments and enough space to display larger items. The open design offers the opportunity for the frame to be placed anywhere in a room while the gold finish of the metal frames adds a touch of elegance to the overall aesthetic.
Despite the slim sizing of the steel frames, the Tribesigns bookshelf is not as heavy or clunky as one would expect it to be. Its large size is compensated by a slim frame that is supported by an anti-slip mat to avoid any slippage or surface scratches. This makes it a great minimalist bookshelf that is suitable for wooden flooring. Combined with the colour and its dynamic design, it will give your room the classic look of elegance that you may be looking for.
Key features:
- Beautiful contrast between white and gold colors
- Gold colored frame that looks elegant
- Large storage capacity
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