Description
Tokyo Bookcase – Cattelan Italia (Design: 2016)
The Tokyo ceiling-hanging bookcase is a dramatic freestanding centerpiece, designed to add architectural impact and versatile display to any room. This sculptural bookcase features a vertical steel frame with multidirectional, offset shelves, offering dynamic geometry and enhanced visibility from every angle. Perfect for open-plan settings or as a showpiece, Tokyo highlights both the books and objects it holds as well as its own striking silhouette. The system is height adjustable from 240 to 300 cm, with a compact 68 x 68 cm footprint.
Tokyo is constructed from embossed varnished steel with shelf and frame finishes in titanium (GFM11), graphite (GFM69), white (GFM71), or black (GFM73). Decorative inserts are available in Canaletto walnut (NC) or burned oak (RB) solid wood. Each shelf supports up to 4 kg. Premium finishes can be selected from the Cattelan Italia sample card. This model is strictly for indoor use.
Key Features:
- Spectacular ceiling-hanging or freestanding design for central placement in open rooms.
- Frame and shelves in titanium, graphite, white, or black embossed lacquered steel.
- Decorative solid wood inserts in Canaletto walnut or burned oak for contrasting detail.
- Many-sided visibility and sculptural geometry; accommodates books and objects stylishly.
- Adjustable height from 240 cm up to a maximum of 300 cm; footprint 68 x 68 cm.
- Each shelf supports up to 4 kg; intended for creative, luxury indoor spaces.
Technical Specifications Table:
| Width (cm) | Depth (cm) | Height (cm) | Structure/Shelves | Decorative Inserts | Max Shelf Load (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | 68 | 240–300 | Steel, epoxy powder lacquered | Canaletto walnut, Burned oak | 4 |
Parcel Details Table:
| Parcel No. | Component | Package Dimensions (cm) | Package Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tube | 252 x 9 x 8 | 8.00 |
| 2 | Shelves | 167 x 52 x 34 | 53.00 |
| 3 | Hardware | 22 x 22 x 27 | 4.00 |
Why Choose Tokyo?
- Eye-catching central feature for contemporary rooms, offices, or commercial spaces.
- Strong architectural character and multidirectional shelving for maximum impact.
- Premium steel and solid wood finishes; Italian craftsmanship; customizable per sample card.









