Normann Copenhagen Pap Bookcase
Designed by Tetsu Schokking for Normann Copenhagen, the Pap Bookcase is a contemporary modular shelving system that combines thoughtful Scandinavian design with innovative material development. Created around a unique panel made entirely from recycled food cartons and packaging, Pap Bookcase transforms everyday waste into a beautifully tactile and highly functional piece of designer furniture.
- Designer : Tetsu Schokking
- Year of Design: 2026
- Materials : 100% recycled packaging waste, metal tubes
- Delivered flat-packed
- Maximium capacity: 20kg per shelf
- Dimensions :
Bookcase Low : H: 85cm; W: 83cm; D : 35cm
Low Extension : H: 85cm; W: 81cm; D : 35cm
Bookcase High : H: 162cm; W: 83cm; D : 35cm
High Extension : H: 162cm; W: 81cm; D : 35cm
The lead time displayed above is for guidance based on our usual experience but can be subject to change Once your order has been shipped from the supplier, we will be in touch to provide an ETA. We aim to check, pack and dispatch all orders as soon as they arrive into our Liverpool warehouse.
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Your order will be shipped via our courier partner DPD or a dedicated third-party delivery team depending on the size, weight and/or fragility of your order. If your order exceeds the dimensions/weight restrictions of our courier service, our delivery team will be in touch to arrange delivery with you.
We aim to dispatch all in-stock orders placed before 1pm the same day, on a next working day delivery service.
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Description
The shelving panels of the Pap Bookcase are manufactured using 100% recycled cartons and packaging that would otherwise be incinerated. During production, the cartons are coarsely shredded so that fragments of the original packaging remain subtly visible within the surface. The plastic layers naturally bind the material together when exposed to heat and pressure, creating durable panels without the need for additional chemicals or water. The result is a warm, characterful finish where every shelf is unique, displaying its own distinctive variations in colour and texture.
Rather than concealing the material's origins, Pap Bookcase celebrates them. Its honest and understated design allows the recycled panels to become the focal point, demonstrating how innovative materials can be integrated into everyday furniture with elegance and purpose. The clean architectural frame, formed from simple side panels and slim metal tubes, provides a refined contrast to the richly textured shelving while ensuring excellent strength and stability.
Designed with flexibility in mind, the Pap Bookcase is available in both high and low configurations that can be used individually or combined to create larger storage solutions. The adjustable shelving allows you to customise the layout to suit books, decorative accessories, ceramics, plants or office essentials, making it equally at home in living rooms, home offices, bedrooms and creative workspaces.
The modular design also allows the shelving system to evolve alongside your home. Whether you're creating a compact display unit or expanding into a larger library wall, Pap Bookcase offers a practical storage solution that adapts to changing interiors without compromising its clean, minimalist aesthetic. Supplied flat-packed for straightforward assembly, every element of Pap Bookcase has been carefully considered to promote longevity through simplicity.
Combining innovative material research with timeless Scandinavian styling, the Normann Copenhagen Pap Bookcase offers a distinctive alternative to conventional shelving. Its unique recycled surfaces, modular versatility and understated architectural expression make it an exceptional choice for anyone seeking modern designer storage with lasting character.
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| Brand | Normann Copenhagen |
|---|---|
| Year of Design | 2026 |
| Dimensions | Various sizes available (see drop down options above) |
| Assembly | Assembly required |