Build by Jack Godfrey Wood and Tom Ballhatchet for Movisi
Product news: this modular shelving is built from tessellating coffin-shaped blocks that can also be used as stools or tables.
Designed by British designers Jack Godfrey Wood and Tom Ballhatchet for furniture brand Movisi, the Build shelving is made from a series of identical units that tesselate in various orientations.
The lightweight system is made from expanded polypropylene, which Movisi claim is completely non-toxic. "Build is stylish, functional, 100% recyclable and actually safe enough to eat," says brand founder Natascha Stojanovic.
Triangular clips slot into the backs of each module to hold them together, making it easy to create various freestanding assemblies.
When dismantled, the shelving can be used as temporary seating, individual transport boxes, or as small tables.
The Build shelves come in either smooth black or textured white finishes.
Movisi previously launched an adjustable shelving system with British designer Peter Marigold, entitled Make/Shift.
Other dual-purpose shelving featured on Dezeen includes a brightly coloured table and chair integrated between the shelves of a bookcase and a bookshelf that has been combined with a lamp. See more shelving design »