Hyllis Shelving Unit

“These are galvanized metal, and hell to put together without an electric screwdriver, but look decent and cost nothing. I have several lining the walls of my office and lashed them together so they don't topple over the from the weight of my art books. I stole this idea from my friend Camille, who is a total snob and I mean that as a compliment.”

“I fondly remember the days when these were only $10 a pop, but here we are. when assembling, if you turn a shelf upside down you can fill it and turn it into a small rock garden with your plants. they need occasional re-tightening, but they are simple and stylish and can belong in any room of the house.”