Plié Sideboard 2 Short Drawers
A triple-shelf metal console for books, ceramics, or records. The Plié Sideboard is made from laser-cut aluminium sheets, folded into shape for a robust yet lightweight design. Designed as a horizontal, open structure adaptable to varied interiors. Features two short drawers for concealed storage that can be placed at any height, with built-in mechanical sliders for soft-closing. The frame comes flat-packed with detailed instructions for simple assembly, while the drawers arrive ready-made for easy installation.
Available in four powder-coated colours and a brushed aluminium finish, in two lengths: 90 cm (35 in) and 120 cm (47 in).
Designed by Cesare Bizzotto and Tobias Nitsche of FROM INDUSTRIAL DESIGN, the Plié Sideboard is part of the Plié Shelving System, winner of the 2019 German Design Award. Produced in Portugal.
A slim composition that grounds a room.
Does this include anti-tip wall brackets?
Yes, for child-safety protection.
Can this also be mounted to the wall, not just floor-standing?
Sideboards are self-standing by design (unlike the Wall Unit, which is the wall-mounted version of this same system).
How much weight can it hold?
40 kg per shelf.
Does it have a back panel?
The 2-door variant includes one as standard. Open-shelf (no doors) variants don't have one.
Can drawers be added, or moved to a different slot?
Yes, drawers are sold separately via the Plié Extra add-on line, and can sit in the top or bottom slot. The product photo shows one example layout, not the only one.
Does brushed aluminium develop patina over time?
Yes, and that’s expected. The finish is raw aluminium, sanded by hand and left unsealed, so it’s designed to pick up a patina with use over time. Because each finish is hand-applied, you’ll notice subtle, natural variation in the finish from one piece to the next, no two are exact copies of each other, much like the grain in wood or the texture in leather. That’s part of what makes it feel like a crafted material rather than a mass-produced one. If you’d rather have a perfectly uniform finish with no variation, our powder-coated options (like Light Grey) are the better fit, sprayed and cured for an even result every time, with no patina to expect.
How do I clean it?
Clean with a soft cloth and acetone, never use citrus-based or acidic products. That’s all routine care really needs; nothing more specialized is required. Keep in mind the patina will keep evolving naturally over time, so the finish won’t stay exactly as it looked on day one, and that’s expected. If you notice uneven marks developing, like a ring left by a glass of water or smudges from handling it with damp or sweaty hands, wiping with acetone can help even out that patina rather than leave it patchy.
Is brushed aluminium suitable for a bathroom?
Not recommended, oxidation happens faster there and the patina that develops isn’t a good one. A powder-coated finish (e.g. Light Grey) is the better choice for bathrooms.
Material: Aluminium
Finishes: Fine texture powder coated or Brushed Aluminium
MADE IN PORTUGAL
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