Cyril Sontillano is well known through social media as a small space plant guru, (his cute cat is a fan too) . Sontillano hopped on Instagram to begin his search for a modular shelving unit when he came across a Modern Shelving post. He followed the post to Modern Shelving’s website and was interested in what he saw. “I was drawn into the easy set-up and the ability to move with the shelving system,” says Sontillano. “What I love about the Modern Shelving designs is that they are made from quality materials, and they could also fit any aesthetic.”  Sontillano began chattin ..read more

 As a business consultant, Jerry Janis spends a lot of time in his home office working on strategy and technology projects. He was looking for something to complete his space when he came across an ad for Modern Shelving in Dwell magazine. Originally, he hadn’t been considering shelves, but after seeing the ad and discovering that customization was an option, Janis decided shelves were the way to go. Janis was attracted to Modern Shelving thanks to their industrial aesthetic. He had a stainless-steel desk in his office and very little other furniture, and he wanted to keep it that way ..read more

Elizabeth Chiarel and Maria Chiarel Diamond are the ultimate mother daughter duo. In 2002, they founded So Blue, a Greek imports store. In December 2023, they opened their first brick and mortar location where they carry and display ceramics from workshops across Greece, pantry staples, handmade purses, jewelry, wood art, and more. When they opened their store in 2023, they were in the market for shelves to house their wares. They wanted something sleek and modern that could hold the weight of the ceramics they carry. They also wanted something with cabinet storage underneath. Another key com ..read more

When Brian Parker and his wife purchased a new condo, they began a major remodeling project. As their space evolved, they realized they had a wall that would be perfect to add shelves to where they could display plants, photos, and other objects that were important to them. They began hunting for the perfect shelving unit. However, finding a shelving unit that met their aesthetic goals while simultaneously being the perfect size for their space proved to be a nearly impossible task. That was, until they discovered Modern Shelving.    What were you in the market for when you were look ..read more

Jeff Rauseo is an avid movie collector. In 2012, he began collecting Blue-ray discs and his collection has since expanded to include over 2,000 movies. He requires a lot of shelving to house his ever-growing collection and after having negative experiences with cheaply made shelves, he was after something that would not only fit his space well but would also withstand the test of time. Cue Modern Shelving.   How did you first get into collecting? My movie collection started back in 2012, when I bought my first home theater system which included a Blu-ray player. I had never purchased a B ..read more

Living in an open space loft comes with a set of pros and cons. One of the challenges Eric Jess encountered living in a loft was figuring out a strategic way of keeping his space both separated and connected.  While on a trip in Milan, Italy, Jess stayed at an Airbnb with a similar design to his own loft. He loved the way they used shelves to seamlessly break up the space. Inspired by the design, he was excited to try and create a similar set up in his own loft. “I wanted it to feel like each area had its own space but also like a free, open, and creative space,” says Jess. “So, I decid ..read more

Karl and Hannah Wallick were in the process of renovating their basement when the need for shelves arose. The project began with the goal of converting their basement into a space that served multiple purposes: guest room, television room, and two home offices. The project was an ambitious one, but the couple knew that a set of shelves to help transfigure the space into one that was equal parts useful and easy on the eyes.  Karl is an architect and professor and works from home one to two days per week. Hannah is a summer camp director and works from home daily and regularly takes Zoom ca ..read more

At Urban Waxx, they’re all about giving their customers a great experience, from start to finish. The team is comprised of a group of warm, friendly, and happy people, whose goal is to give their clients the best wax with the best possible experience. At Urban Waxx, they do more than just wax. “They deliver an extraordinary experience for every guest. They create surprise and delight. They help people look good and feel great. They raise self-esteem. They increase self-confidence. They make magic.” In order to help their guests look and feel good, Urban Waxx wants their space and their produc ..read more

Hawaii’s number one medical spa, the Honolulu MedSpa is the largest full-service medical spa in the Aloha State. Located in Honolulu, the spa has a team of medical professional that are continuously working to bring their patients the most advanced technology, fastest treatments, and the best possible results in just an hour. Honolulu MedSpa’s mission is to improve patient’s quality of life, help patients be happier, healthier, and look more youthful, and save them time and money. The spa opened twenty two years ago with just one treatment room and has expanded to now offer nine. Once a month ..read more

At Modern Shelving, we take pride in our staff. We employ kind, compassionate, and talented individuals who help bring your shelving dreams to life. In 2021, Hailey Strange began working for Modern Shelving as a designer for our custom projects. We caught up with Hailey between projects and asked about her background, the work she does for Modern Shelving, and the massive renovation project she and her husband did on their own home. Tell us a bit about your education and background. I have a degree from Sacramento State in interior design. After graduating, I worked for an architectural firm o ..read more