String Furniture expands Pira with a new display cabinet

The Pira shelving system was originally designed by Swedish architect Olle Pira for the iconic H55-utställningen. In 2023, String Furniture introduced a contemporary interpretation created by architect Anna von Schewen and industrial designer Björn Dahlström. The updated Pira system combines elegance and durability, produced in modern materials for contemporary interiors. The system now evolves further with the introduction of a new display cabinet that enhances both its flexibility and visual expression. Designed to integrate seamlessly into the existing structure, the cabinet can be used whether the shelving system stands freely in a room or is mounted against a wall. With glass on both sides, the cabinet becomes a natural extension of the system and introduces new possibilities for storage and display. A defining characteristic of Pira is its ability to function as a freestanding element, acting as a room divider while maintaining transparency. The absence of a solid back allows visibility through the structure, and the glass cabinet reinforces this quality by making its contents visible from both sides.

This addition marks another step in String Furniture’s long term commitment to developing Pira as a living system. By continuously introducing new functions, the project evolves alongside changing storage needs. With the display cabinet, Pira further establishes its role as a flexible and architectural shelving system where form, function, and material meet in a contemporary interpretation of Swedish design heritage.

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