glimmer (v): to appear indistinctly with a faintly luminous quality; twinkle, shimmer or flicker

A glimmer catches the eye. Even though it’s indistinct by nature, its intermittent effect create a sense of quiet glory. Apollo by Rove Concepts is a prayerful glimmer of a bookshelf, worthy of a second (and third) look.

To me, this bookshelf seems instrumental. And I mean that literally: like an instrument. One might be able to pluck a “string” and have it make a sound. Or, bounce a violin bow off the strings and surely heavenly notes will echo out into the air?

On first glance, the harp-like string railing appears continuous. Instead, there’s an intriguing break two shelves down, perfect for displaying fiction, blooming succulents, photographs, and/or sculptural objects. The rounded edges paired with right angles is a sophisticated fusion of Bauhaus-inspired design.

This bookcase offers real wood shelves in a black oak veneer. The metal frame is champagne-colored iron steel. As Rove details, “The Apollo bookshelf offers a timeless, architectural presence”—just like its Olympian namesake, Apollo towers.

Apollo stands a little over 6’ tall, making it a stately piece of furniture in and of itself, but equally useful as a room divider or way to segment an open concept space.

Rove Concepts was founded in the Pacific Northwest in 2011. They have showrooms in Los Angeles, San Diego, Miami, Vancouver, Toronto, and Hong Kong.

For other furniture that glimmers, check out Milky Way Wallpaper by Milton & King.