Carlos Mello is the founder and head designer of MainGUILTY, a Portuguese design studio that sits at the intersection of product design and art. With a background deeply rooted in industrial craftsmanship, Mello focuses on transforming raw materials—particularly cork, wood, and metal—into functional collectibles. His creative process, often driven by his "UnderPressure" methodology, prioritizes experimental textures and organic forms. He frequently utilizes upcycling techniques to repurpose industrial byproducts, ensuring that his furniture and sculptural pieces maintain a distinct, tactile quality suitable for curated interiors.
Mello’s work has recently gained visibility through significant international and public projects. He was selected to represent Portuguese design at Expo 2025 Osaka with his "Wave of Connections" installation, a project emphasizing sustainable material use and cultural heritage. His portfolio also includes public sculpture, such as the commemorative piece commissioned for AEMinho in Ponte de Lima. An active participant in the European design circuit, Mello has exhibited at major trade shows like Decorex London and was recently recognized with the "Entrepreneurial Generation" award at the Mobis Gala.
Fluid Sculptural Organic Bookcase by MainGUILTY Champagne color
By Carlos Mello
Located in Freamunde, PT
The Fluid Sculptural Bookcase by MainGUILTY is a contemporary luxury bookcase that embodies movement, adaptability, and artistic expression. Conceived as functional art, this modern ...
Iron
$2,494Sale Price|28% Off
H 77.96 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
Sculptural Olive Wood Freestanding Bookcase Room Divider, Late 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Solid olive wood free unit is very versatile. The composition is in a-symmetrical sections. It can be free standing as a room divider as well as a open cabinet against the wall for b...
Olive
Organic swedish modern stained beech bookcase
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Beech Measurements: 39.5″ wide x 12.5″ deep x 59.5″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition with...
Beech
Sculptural Bookcase in the manner of Ico Parisi, Italy
By Ico Parisi
Located in San Francisco, CA
In the manner of Ivo Parisi small angular bookshelf, Italy. High quality construction and materials, nicely finished fruitwood in very good condition. Elega...
Fruitwood
$2,309Sale Price|75% Off
H 125.99 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Bookcase 1962 Italian Mid-Century Modern Revolving Design Sculptural Wood
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bookcase of 1962 original Italian design revolving design, made of wood, with wooden fronts carved with various subjects and signature of the artist, very original and attractive des...
Metal, Brass
$4,993
H 48.04 in W 27.56 in D 22.84 in
Hand-Crafted Modern Metal Bookcase by MAJJ Studio, Sculptural Design
By MAJJ STUDIO
Located in Istanbul, Kağıthane
It is a metal bookcase with a sculptural appearance for storing magazines, books and accessories. It is handmade by stacking 5 triangular metal shelves on top of each other. Its cylindrical feet have variable diameters. When positioned with our two pairs of seat...
Metal
$2,080
H 43.31 in W 27.56 in D 9.45 in
Oak Sculptural Wall Bookcase in Style of Pierre Chapo, France 1950s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Den Haag, NL
Oak Sculptural wall bookcase France, 1950s. Sizes: height 110cm, width 70cm, depth 24cm The shelves only are 58cm width, depth 22cm It has mountings on the back so you can wall ...
Oak
Revolving Bookcase by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Revolving bookcase by Thonet professionally stained and repolished.
Beech
Gradient Bookcase / Shelves 'HALO' by Buzao
By Buzao
Located in Paris, IDF
'HALO' collection by Buzao - Bookcase or shelves Laminated dichroic glass, gradient colors 42 x 40 x H 180 cm Studio Buzao from Guangzhou (China) is e...
Glass
Gradient Bookcase / Shelves 'HALO' by Buzao
By Buzao
Located in Paris, IDF
'HALO' collection by Buzao - bookcase or shelves Laminated dichroic glass, gradient colors Measures: 42 x 40 x H 180 cm Studio Buzao from Guangzhou (Ch...
Glass
Gradient Bookcase / Cabinet 'HALO' by Buzao
By Buzao
Located in Paris, IDF
'HALO' collection by Buzao - Bookcase or cabinet Laminated dichroic glass, gradient colors 100 x 40 x H 139 cm Studio Buzao from Guangzhou (China) is ...
Glass
$4,700
H 40.16 in W 69.69 in D 16.93 in
Sculptural Bookcase in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Crafted with unparalleled artistry, this cabinet with shelves epitomizes exquisite craftsmanship with meticulously carved details that draw i...
Wood
Conscience Green Marble Bookcase
Located in Antwerp, BE
A sculptural solid marble bookcase handcrafted from rare Verde Tinos marble, where asymmetrical shelving transforms books and treasured objects into an ever-evolving composition. De...
Verde Antico Marble