
Hübsch
Merge Shelf
The Merge Shelf is a tall, freestanding open shelving unit designed for indoor storage and display. It is constructed from MDF with a responsibly sourced natural oak veneer, and each of its four shelves supports up to 11 lb (5 kg). The unit measures 17.75 x 17.75 x 55 inches (45 x 45 x 140 cm) and features solid vertical side panels and a raised base plinth.
- Material
- MDF and oak wood veneer
- Category
- Furniture > Shelving > Bookcases & Standing Shelves
Color
Size
Specifications
A sculptural shelf made from MDF and oak veneer, designed as a storage unit and centrepiece for living spaces.
Storage unit with sculptural design and side details, weight capacity per shelf: 11 lb, for indoor use.
- Material
- MDF and oak wood veneer
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 17.75x17.75x55 in
- Category
- Furniture > Shelving > Bookcases & Standing Shelves
Additional Attributes
- sculptural centrepiece
- storage unit
- side details
- responsibly sourced oak veneer
- indoor use
- weight capacity per shelf: 11 lb
Product Insights
The Merge Shelf by Hübsch is a Scandinavian-designed, pre-assembled shelving unit that creates a sculptural floating effect through a vertical recessed channel, built with a warp-resistant MDF core and responsibly sourced oak veneer that hides composite edges and prevents warping in dry conditions, though it swells with moisture and the sealed veneer cannot be sanded or refinished; each of its four fixed shelves holds up to 11 pounds of lightweight items, and the 31-centimeter spacing limits object height, requiring two people to move due to the heavy MDF base, making it a delicate, visually cohesive piece for dry indoor use only.
Verified claims
- Design identity
- Scandinavian-designed Merge collection shelf with a floating side detail, part of a coordinated furniture family.
- Construction integrity
- Pre-assembled with warp-resistant MDF core and oak veneer engineered to hide the composite base.
- Sculptural detail
- A vertical recessed channel creates an illusion of floating panels, lending a lightweight, sculptural feel.
- Material
- MDF core and responsibly sourced oak veneer; details hide composite edges and prevent warping, preserving the silhouette.
- Moisture and warp resistance
- MDF core resists warping in dry air but swells if exposed to moisture.
- Veneer care
- Sealed oak veneer: wipe-clean but not sandable or refinishable.
- Weight capacity
- Per-shelf limit of 11 lb best for lightweight items like books, ceramics, or decor.
- Moisture and coating
- Dry indoor use only; sealed coating protects against spills.
- Stability and care
- Heavy MDF base resists tipping; veneer scratches permanently.
- Assembly
- Pre-assembled to eliminate micro-gaps and preserve the sculptural silhouette.
- Shipping
- Dropshipped from Hübsch in branded packaging; arrives separately from Simons.
- Finish consistency
- Factory finish matches all Merge family pieces for a coordinated look.
- Shelf spacing
- Shelves fixed at 31 cm intervals, limiting accommodated object height.
- Handling
- Pre-assembled MDF-core shelf; requires two people to move or reposition.
- Customization
- Sealed oak veneer cannot be painted or stained without sanding and primer.
- Care instructions
- Sealed finish allows damp-cloth cleaning, but MDF core must stay dry.
- Shelf arrangement
- Four fixed shelves in a 55-by-17.75-inch vertical tower.
- Storage capacity
- Each shelf holds up to 11 lb (5 kg) and is 17.75 inches deep.
- Edge detailing
- Vertical side channels conceal the MDF core at joints, maintaining a solid-wood illusion.
- Grain continuity
- Grain reads as continuous solid oak via edge detailing, MDF stability, and factory assembly.
- Sculptural effect
- Recessed side channels make unit appear to float, reinforced by grain orientation.
- Collection coordination
- Same oak veneer finish and grain treatment used across Merge collection for visual consistency.
Product record
- Title
- Merge Shelf
- Brand
- Hübsch
- Price
- 998 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A tall, narrow open-frame shelving unit made from light-colored wood with vertical side panels and multiple horizontal shelf boards; visible wood grain and a square footprint are shown.
- Overall formTall, narrow rectangular tower shelf with an open front and open sides formed by four vertical solid wood panels framing stacked horizontal shelf boards.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.84 (high) - Shelf boardsFlat horizontal boards with visible end grain that create the shelf surfaces; boards are flush with the inner faces of the vertical panels.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high) - Vertical panelsSolid vertical side panels with continuous visible wood grain that run from the base to the top of the unit; panels are thicker than the shelf boards.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.84 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.84 (high) - Base plinthRaised rectangular base plinth in the same light wood finish that the vertical panels rest on, giving the unit a slightly lifted footprint.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.82 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the shelf placed next to a large window and brick wall; the shelf holds decorative objects and is photographed with soft natural light and visible stage props including a sofa and potted plant.
- Window and wallLarge floor-to-ceiling window with white frame at left and a light yellow-brown brick interior wall directly behind the shelf.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.50 · h 0.78 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.68 (high) - Sofa propCushioned bench or sofa at lower left with orange-brown seat cushion and a light gray textured throw pillow resting on it.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.66 · w 0.45 · h 0.28 (high) - Decor on and around shelfSeveral decorative objects occupy the shelf and top surface, including a square gray planter with trailing foliage on the top, a stack of books, a blue textured glass vase, a small white lamp, and a woven basket on the lower shelf.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural light from the left window casts gentle shadows toward the right side of the scene; interior is evenly lit with mild highlights on the wood surfaces.
- Foreground table and chairsA round wooden tabletop and green chair backs are visible at the bottom edge of the frame, indicating a dining or seating area in front of the shelf.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.86 · w 0.96 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
light natural oak· wood frame and shelf boards#C3C3BB- Overall formTall, narrow rectangular tower shelf with an open front and open sides formed by four vertical solid wood panels framing stacked horizontal shelf boards.
- 02

Product
Tall, narrow free-standing open shelf unit made of a light wood with visible vertical grain on the side panels and horizontal grain on the shelf surfaces. Features multiple evenly spaced open shelves and a full-height solid right-side panel; sits on a shallow rectangular plinth base.
- Overall geometryVertical rectangular tower with four visible horizontal shelf boards creating stacked open compartments and a shallow rectangular plinth base.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.88 (high) - Shelf layoutFour evenly spaced horizontal shelves producing four open cubby spaces; shelves are flush with inner vertical supports and visible from front and slightly from side.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.12 · w 0.38 · h 0.76 (high) - Right-side panelA full-height solid vertical panel on the right side that is flush with the top and base, continuous from top to plinth.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.88 (high) - Left vertical supportsTwo narrow vertical support panels at the front left and rear left edges that create the open side framing for the shelves.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.80 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.08 · w 0.04 · h 0.80 (medium) - Base plinthShallow rectangular plinth base that the shelf tower sits on, slightly recessed from the vertical edges.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Surface finish and grainVisible wood grain texture; grain appears vertical on side panels and vertical faces, and runs along shelf surfaces with a slightly different tone on horizontal surfaces.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.56 · h 0.70 (high) - Color variationConsistent light warm wood tone across panels with subtle tonal difference between vertical panels and horizontal shelf tops.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.56 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photo on a plain white background with soft shadowing. Shelf is centered and photographed from a slightly left-front angled frontal view, showing both front compartments and the right-side panel.
- Shot compositionShelf centered in frame with ample white space around; camera angle is slightly elevated and off-center to the left so right-side panel is visible.
- Background and lightingClean white background with uniform soft lighting and faint soft shadow on lower right side of the plinth.
- Image qualitySharp focus on product with clear edges and visible texture; no visible text or labels in image.
Colors
light oak· vertical and horizontal panels#CA9E6B- Overall geometryVertical rectangular tower with four visible horizontal shelf boards creating stacked open compartments and a shallow rectangular plinth base.
- 03

Product
Tall, narrow freestanding shelf with two wide vertical stiles and multiple horizontal shelves forming rectangular open compartments; light natural oak finish with visible vertical wood grain; several shelves are partially occupied and cast shadows, partially occluding some shelf edges.
- Overall geometryRectangular upright shelving unit consisting of two thick vertical side stiles connected by horizontal shelves that create stacked rectangular open compartments; visible section shows the shelf from near-center front-facing angle.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.76 (high) - Side stilesTwo solid vertical stiles with slightly rounded outer corners and continuous vertical wood grain; stiles are thicker than the shelf boards and form the visible left and right edges of the unit.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.76 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.76 (high) - Shelf boardsHorizontal shelf boards are flush with the inner faces of the stiles and show the same light oak grain and finish; shelf edges are straight and square where visible.
3 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.54 · w 0.20 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.76 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Surface finish and textureSmooth, matte light-oak finish with visible vertical wood grain pattern across stiles and shelf faces; no high-gloss reflection apparent.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.64 (medium) - Occlusion by objectsSome shelf compartments are partially occupied by books and decorative objects, causing partial occlusion of the inner faces and shelf surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Lifestyle shot showing the shelf against a pale green wall with soft directional lighting from lamps; two pendant or clipped lamps and decorative items sit on or next to the shelf and cast soft shadows; image is vertically framed with small portions of the shelf cropped at top and bottom.
- Background and wallSmooth painted wall in a desaturated pale green color occupying the full image background.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft directional lighting from lamps produces gentle shadows of the shelf and its contents on the wall to the right; highlights on the shelf edges are subtle.
- Visible lamps and cordsTwo small conical lamps with warm off-white shades are present near the shelf (one hanging near the top and one with a visible red-orange cord at the right), plus a circular light mounted through a green horizontal plate on the shelf center; these are separate objects in the scene and cast light on the shelf.
3 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Decorative itemsA vertical stack of books, a pink paperback, and a purple glass vase sit on separate shelves; these items partially obstruct shelf surfaces and introduce colored highlights in the scene.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.68 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Composition and croppingImage is vertically oriented with the shelf centered horizontally; the very top and bottom of the full unit extend beyond the frame and are cropped.
Colors
light oak· wood frame and shelves#CA8B4D- Overall geometryRectangular upright shelving unit consisting of two thick vertical side stiles connected by horizontal shelves that create stacked rectangular open compartments; visible section shows the shelf from near-center front-facing angle.