{"product_id":"langdale-display-unit","title":"Langdale Display Unit Bookcase","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"title\" content=\"Langdale Bookcase — Nordic Gustavian Display Unit, Whitewashed Wood\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"A tall Nordic Gustavian-style open bookcase in soft whitewashed wood, with an arched panelled back, six shelves and crown moulding. An elegant, characterful display and storage piece.\"\u003e\n\n\u003clink rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\"\u003e\n\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Cormorant+Garamond:ital,wght@0,300;0,400;1,300;1,400\u0026amp;family=Jost:wght@300;400\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  *, *::before, *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n  :root { --warm-white: #faf8f5; --ink: #1e1b17; --muted: #7a7167; --accent: #8b6f4e; --border: #ddd8d0; --serif: 'Cormorant Garamond', Georgia, serif; --sans: 'Jost', sans-serif; }\n  body { background: var(--warm-white); color: var(--ink); font-family: var(--serif); -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; }\n  .description { max-width: 640px; padding: 3rem 2rem 4rem; opacity: 0; animation: fadeUp 0.9s ease forwards; }\n  @keyframes fadeUp { from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(18px); } to { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); } }\n  .pull-quote { border-left: 1.5px solid var(--accent); 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}\n  .dims-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 0; border: 1px solid var(--border); }\n  .dim-cell { padding: 0.6rem 0.9rem; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); border-right: 1px solid var(--border); }\n  .dim-cell:nth-child(even) { border-right: none; }\n  .dim-cell:nth-last-child(-n+2) { border-bottom: none; }\n  .dim-key { font-family: var(--sans); font-size: 9.5px; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.12em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--muted); margin: 0 0 0.15rem; }\n  .dim-val { font-family: var(--sans); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 300; color: var(--ink); }\n  .suits-row { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; margin: 0 0 1.75rem; }\n  .suits-tag { font-family: var(--sans); font-size: 11px; font-weight: 300; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: var(--accent); border: 1px solid #d4c4b0; padding: 4px 12px; text-transform: uppercase; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cblockquote class=\"pull-quote\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA tall Nordic Gustavian bookcase in soft whitewashed wood, with an elegant arched back, generous open shelving and architectural crown moulding — a quietly grand piece for books and treasures alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"body-intro\"\u003e\n    The Langdale bookcase brings a sense of architecture to a room. \u003cstrong\u003eA tall, open display unit in the Nordic Gustavian tradition, finished in a soft whitewashed wood with a gently arched, panelled back and a series of fixed open shelves\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crowned with a moulded cornice and grounded on a substantial plinth base, it reads like a built-in piece of joinery rather than a freestanding bookcase — the kind of considered, characterful storage that anchors a study, hallway or living room. The pale, dry-brushed finish keeps it light and calm despite its scale, and the arch detail at the top lifts the whole piece from practical to genuinely beautiful.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"section-heading\"\u003eThe detail that makes it different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"section-body\"\u003e\n    Most open bookcases are simple boxes; the Langdale is properly architectural. \u003cstrong\u003eThe arched, tongue-and-groove panelled back and the moulded crown cornice give it the presence of period joinery — Gustavian in spirit, with the restrained elegance that style is known for\u003c\/strong\u003e. Up close, the timber carries a soft, weathered whitewash that lets the grain show through, so every piece has its own subtle variation in tone. The generous open shelves are deep enough for books, folios, ceramics and collected objects, and the contrast of pale frame against the soft grey-toned interior gives displayed pieces a gallery-like backdrop. Substantial yet calm, it's a true statement piece: classic in line, relaxed in finish, and built to anchor a room for years.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"collection-callout\"\u003e\n    \u003csvg style=\"flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 2px;\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" stroke=\"#8b6f4e\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 18\" height=\"18\" width=\"18\"\u003e\n      \u003crect rx=\"1\" height=\"11\" width=\"16\" y=\"5\" x=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M5 5V4a3 3 0 0 1 6 0v1\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n    \u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eStyle the shelves with books, framed art and a few of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pots-and-vases\" title=\"Shop ceramic pots and vases at CharlesTed Home\"\u003eceramic pots and vases\u003c\/a\u003e for a considered, collected display, or pair with our consoles and side tables for a cohesive living-room scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"suits-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eGustavian\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eScandinavian\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eFrench Country\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eCoastal\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eTraditional\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eModern Rustic\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-label\"\u003eGood to know\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eHow many shelves does it have?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe Langdale features six open shelves in total, including the base, giving generous, gallery-style display space for books, ceramics and collected objects. The shelving is open-fronted, so everything stays on view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe bookcase measures 221cm high, 96cm wide and 36cm deep — a tall, statement piece. Do check your ceiling height, doorways and stairwells before ordering, as it's a substantial unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe unit is crafted from durian wood in a soft, weathered whitewash finish, with an arched, panelled back and moulded crown cornice. At 50kg it's a solid, well-made piece designed to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhy does the finish vary?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe frame is given a soft, weathered whitewash that allows the natural grain to show through. Because this is applied to natural timber, the tone and grain will vary a little from piece to piece — part of the character of a hand-finished, antique-inspired piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhere does it work best?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eIts architectural presence suits a study, living room, hallway or dining room especially well, working as both practical storage and a display centrepiece. The pale Gustavian finish sits beautifully against painted walls, panelling or wallpaper, and given its height, we'd recommend securing it to the wall for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dims\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dims-label\"\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dims-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eType\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eOpen bookcase \/ display unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eNordic Gustavian\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eShelves\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eSix open shelves\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eWhitewashed wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e221 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e96 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e36 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eMaterial \/ weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eDurian wood, 50 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CharlesTed Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58395270283589,"sku":"DCF023","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/9782\/7397\/files\/DCF023.jpg?v=1782555475","url":"https:\/\/www.charlestedhome.co.uk\/products\/langdale-display-unit","provider":"CharlesTed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}