Open shelving does double duty in a home — it's storage and display at once, whether you're organizing books, styling collectibles, or filling out a wall that feels a little bare. Creative Furniture Store's shelving collection is built around floating wall shelves and freestanding display pieces designed to add function without the visual weight of a full cabinet.

The clearest example in this collection is BDI's Eileen leaning shelf, a sculptural alternative to a traditional bookcase that rests against the wall rather than mounting flush with it.

BDI Eileen Leaning Shelf

The BDI Eileen 5166 Leaning Shelf pairs a solid wood frame, available in four finishes, with graduated tempered-glass shelves that lean against the wall for a lighter, more sculptural look than a boxy bookcase. Each shelf is rated to hold up to 50 lbs, and the unit includes wall-anchoring hardware for stability. It works well as a standalone accent piece in a living room or entryway, or grouped with additional units to cover a larger wall.

Why Shop Shelving at Creative Furniture Store

•      A sculptural, leaning alternative to traditional flush-mounted or built-in shelving

•      Tempered glass shelves in graduated depths for a considered, styled look

•      Wall-anchoring hardware included for stability from a well-established furniture design brand

•      Doubles as book storage or display space for collectibles, plants, and decor

Frequently Asked Questions

What shelving does Creative Furniture Store carry?

Our shelving collection includes BDI's Eileen leaning shelf, a floating wall and display shelf design; check the live collection page for the full current lineup.

Is the BDI Eileen shelf safe if it's just leaning against the wall?

Eileen includes wall-anchoring hardware to secure the unit for stability; it's designed to be attached to the wall rather than left completely freestanding.

How much weight can the shelves hold?

On the BDI Eileen leaning shelf, each glass shelf is rated to hold up to 50 lbs, assuming weight is distributed evenly across the shelf.

Can shelving work as a bookcase?

Yes. The BDI Eileen leaning shelf functions well as a bookcase alternative and can also be used to display collectibles, plants, or other decor.

Do you carry wall-mounted shelving as well as leaning styles?

The collection is titled around both floating wall shelves and living room display shelves; confirm the current mix of wall-mounted versus leaning/freestanding styles directly on the live collection page.