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The Nasab Bookcase, front elevation, with books on its lecterns
NASAB · PROUDLY MADE IN THE UAE

Nasab Bookcase

Steel arches and wooden lecterns, made to display books as a story.
Price on request

Nasab is designed for the curated selection of books collected over time, showcasing the value of hard copy while challenging the notion of a traditional bookcase. Celebrating local Emirati production and Levantine heritage, it turns every aspect of displaying and using books into a story.

  • Debuted at Downtown Design 2024, Dubai Design Week
  • Shown at Maison&Objet Paris 2025
  • identity Most Wanted · AD Middle East New Arab Voices 2025
Enquire about Nasab Made to order for your space. Tell us about it and we will come back to you with price, timing and delivery.
Specifications
DimensionsL 240 × W 110 × H 260 cm
MaterialsInox steel round arches; Alpi wood lecterns
Made inThe UAE, to order
Delivery

Each Nasab is made to order. Timing and delivery are shared with your quote.

Nasab at Maison et Objet Paris, filled with books
Books resting on Nasab's wooden lecterns
NASAB · LINEAGE Print, celebrated rather than stored away.

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