New shelves by Marc Newson ‘easier to assemble than IKEA’ ones
In keeping with his love of craft and tradition, the Australian designer’s modular storage system is inspired by the technique used to create enamelled Parisian street signs.
The Quobus system is perfect for displaying books and quirky artefacts including neolithic axe-heads (from the collection of Didier Krzentwoski, founder of Galerie Kreo, Paris). Alexandra de Cossette
Looking for a way to display your collection of neolithic axe heads? Showcase rare mid-century Italian lighting? Flaunt collectable glassware? I’ve got one word for you: Quobus.
Quobus is the new shelving system devised by British-based Australian designer Marc Newson. Composed of enamelled steel containers secured with bespoke brass bolts, it’s as tough as Tonka trucks, but with a pastel-hued vitreous finish like gelati for the eyes.
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