This luxurious revolving bookcase in black walnut is softly nostalgic with a smooth modern revolving mechanism with apertures sized for modern paperbacks. Two sides of the cabinet have shelves extending along its full length to display the book spines whilst the two other sides have apertures to display the book covers. The cabinet rotates on a turntable mechanism which is attached to a solid walnut base. Also available in Oak.

Ariel, a biography of Percy Shelley by Andre Maurois was one of ten titles chosen for the launch of Penguin paperbacks in 1935. The name Ariel apparently comes from the boat which Shelley designed and which was sank off the coast of Italy, leading to his death.

Dimensions: 45cm x 45cm x 65cm High
Lead time: 8 Weeks

Price £990 - Payment plans available

Shipping:
£90 Mainland UK
£360 Europe (including 20% VAT)
£360 Elsewhere in the world

Praise for the Ariel Revolving Bookcase

We love our Ariel revolving bookcase. We had seen a photo online, tracked it down to Chris, and finally went ahead with what seemed like a big decision. We are so happy with it now!
Jeremy Robinson

Chris made a beautiful bookcase for me, the craftsmanship and quality are extraordinary and Chris is super responsive. The bookcase is hands down my favourite piece of furniture, and I hope I get another opportunity to buy a piece from Heliconia.

Dana Al-Awami

Chris made an Ariel revolving bookcase for me, adapted for CDs. It a beautiful piece of furniture. A joy to use and admire. The workmanship is excellent. I was kept update with progress and photos were sent. I could not be more pleased and intend to commission another piece.
Stephen Ball - London

We bought a custom made Ariel revolving bookcase after finding Heliconia online. We needed an accessible bookcase with a table top for someone who uses an electric recliner. Chris very helpfully discussed our requirements - a larger bookcase to accommodate hardbacks in light oak to complement our existing furniture.

The unique high quality bookcase arrived well protected by a wooden crate and over several years we have been delighted by its function and aesthetic. The base revolving mechanism is super strong and stable. The uprights can be used as handles to turn the bookcase. The beautiful oak top has rounded corners for safety. Although the bookcase holds many books, it is compact and does not dominate. The finish is impeccable.

An excellent piece for a contemporary room, thank you!
Susan Jenkins

I would like to leave a review for my wonderful Ariel bookcase. Everybody who has seen it has commented on how great it is, saying the craftmanship is excellent, beautiful wood finish and perfect rotating mechanism.
Andrew Manning - London

Thanks a million, Chris for the bookcase, it's the most gorgeous piece of custom-made furniture, looks fabulous stacked with a large combination of book sizes and is in effect a small rotating library, which will see generations of good use in this family. 
Carmel Boyhan Irvine - Plymouth, Devon

We are over the moon with our new revolving bookcase. We were also really impressed with his knowledge of materials and construction techniques, which then enabled us to be guided through the whole process and turned it into a really exciting project. We were keen to get the finished piece prior to Christmas (so we could show her off to friends and family!) and Chris delivered as promised. We now have a unique piece of furniture that will last forever. Highly recommended. 
Marc & Eleanor - Surbiton, Surrey

I've now had two pieces made by Chris: a revolving bookcase made to a specific size, and a matching non-revolving bookcase for a gap in my living room. Both pieces are well made, from good quality materials and look great.  He emailed me with photos and a bit of cad during the design and build process too, to keep me well informed. The pieces are well designed, practical and well executed. Chris was punctual and delivered on the expected date in both cases. Cannot recommend highly enough. 
Philip - West Hampstead