A modern wooden shelf with an asymmetrical, geometric design standing against a plain, light-colored wall. It features five staggered shelves with a metal frame, creating open spaces between each shelf.

The Arlo Shelf by James+James showcases solid hardwood shelves with customizable stain finishes, adorned with books and decor like abstract sculptures and hourglasses. It's flanked by two wall-mounted black lamps, while a patterned blanket is draped over a chair against the soft beige wall.

A tall, modern shelving unit with a black metal frame and dark wooden shelves arranged in a staggered pattern, creating an open, geometric design. The shelves vary in size, providing space for display or storage.

A tall, industrial-style bookshelf with a black metal frame and five dark wooden shelves arranged in an alternating, staggered layout.

Close-up of a dark wood surface showing rich brown tones and distinct grain patterns. The texture is smooth yet visibly detailed, highlighting various shades and natural imperfections in the wood.

Specifications

Overall: 48”W x 11.25”D x 82.5”H

Please note that each measurement is an approximation, as these pieces are hand-built. We allow for up to 1" in variation to accommodate the unique nature of handcrafted furniture.

Product Details

All James & James pieces are made to order and tailored to your specifications.

Expertly crafted in your choice of oak or knotty alder, each piece is hand-finished in tones designed to enhance the natural beauty of the wood. A protective polyurethane seal is then applied to ensure lasting durability for everyday use.

For those seeking additional customization, our sales is here to help bring your vision to life. Contact us at care@jamesandjamesfurniture.sbs or 479-633-7557 to explore the possibilities.

Care

To preserve the beauty of your piece for years to come, we recommend cleaning with a damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive products, as they can compromise the finish and damage the surface. Always use trivets or coasters beneath hot or wet items to protect against heat and moisture.

For lasting quality, place your furniture in a stable indoor environment, away from direct sunlight or extreme temperature fluctuations. Each piece is crafted for indoor living and is not suited for outdoor use.

Please visit our Materials Care Page for detailed guidance on cleaning and care.

Arlo Shelf - Tobacco on Alder

Name: Arlo Shelf - Tobacco on Alder
Brand: James & James
Price: 3290 USD
Availability: InStock

Custom, American Hardwood Furniture

$3,290

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Finish Color: Tobacco on Alder

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Order real wood and fabric swatches to see how each finish looks in your space, lighting, and style before you commit.

A thoughtful home is built on the pieces that display our lives—the books we return to, the treasures gathered over time, and the quiet objects that bring us joy. The Arlo Shelf provides a grounded, intentional backdrop for these meaningful belongings, balancing the strength of industrial steel with the natural warmth of solid wood.

Crafted for Everyday Living

Designed to feel right at home in a quiet study, a busy living room, or an entryway, this shelving unit is built to handle the weight of real life. The combination of a sturdy steel frame and solid alder wood shelves ensures a stable, enduring structure that won't sag under the weight of heavy novels, ceramic pots, or framed photographs. The Tobacco finish on the alder wood highlights the natural grain, bringing a rich, inviting character to your space that only real wood can provide.

Honest Materials & Thoughtful Design

We believe in using authentic materials that age gracefully alongside your family. The Arlo Shelf is handcrafted using solid alder hardwood, known for its smooth texture and beautiful grain patterns, paired with a durable steel frame. Each shelf is finished in our warm Tobacco stain, which coexists beautifully with both modern and traditional interiors, adding depth and a sense of history to the room.

Wood Species: Solid Alder hardwood
Finish: Rich, warm Tobacco stain
Frame: Industrial steel for lasting stability
Purpose: Ideal for displaying books, heirlooms, and daily essentials

Every Arlo Shelf is made to order by our team of skilled furniture makers, ensuring that the piece you welcome into your home is built with care, attention to detail, and intended to last for generations.

Specifications

Product Details

Care

Please visit our Materials Care Page for detailed guidance on cleaning and care.

The James+James Arlo Shelf is a modern bookshelf with a geometric, zigzag design. It features multiple solid hardwood shelves framed in industrial steel, creating open spaces of varying heights and widths that are perfect for books or decor. The background consists of plain, light-colored walls and floors.

Arlo Shelf - Tobacco on Alder

$3,290

About the Tobacco finish

This Arlo Shelf is finished in Tobacco on Alder. A warm, earthy brown with enduring appeal. Timeless and balanced, it brings a sense of thoughtful comfort.

Wood: Solid knotty alder sourced from the Pacific Northwest, the wood behind about 95% of our pieces. Its grain and natural knots stay visible under the stain.
Finish: hand-applied stain sealed with a polyurethane topcoat that helps protect against water, stains and scratches.
Character: grain, knots and color variation are part of solid wood and make every piece its own. Knots on top surfaces are filled.
See it first: stain looks different in every room's light, so we recommend ordering a sample before you decide.

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ABOUT JAMES & JAMES

Solid hardwood furniture, made by hand in Arkansas since 2011

James & James is an American furniture brand founded in 2011 in Springdale, Arkansas. We design and build custom furniture in our Arkansas woodshop, using solid American hardwoods — knotty alder, red oak, and black walnut. Every piece is made to order, fully customizable in size, stain, and finish, and built to be passed down for generations.

100% solid American hardwood — no veneer, no particle board

Made to order in our Arkansas woodshop

Built to last — designed to be passed down for generations

From Raw Hardwood to Heirloom

Inside Our Arkansas Workshop

Solid American Hardwoods

Every piece begins with premium American hardwoods — knotty alder, white oak, and black walnut — hand-selected, dried, and processed in our Arkansas facility before a single cut is made.

Precision-Shaped Components

Legs and pedestal bases are shaped to exacting specifications in our Arkansas woodshop, then hand-inspected and refined by our craftsmen before they ever reach the assembly floor.

Built by Hand & Made to Order

Each piece is built one at a time by our artisans to your specifications, using solid hardwood construction and time-tested joinery designed to hold up for generations of real family life.

Hand-Finished for Life

Our in-house finishers apply your chosen stain and protective topcoat by hand, ensuring even color, rich depth, and a durable finish that ages beautifully with use.