We produce bespoke handmade library ladders, bookcase ladders and bookshelf ladders for a variety of uses, from private home libraries through to hotel & bar design display systems, boutique retail storage and access solutions. Architects, interior designers, business owners and private individuals commission pieces from us, choosing from designs such as rolling library ladders, hook on library ladders and variations in-between. We can produce ladder systems in various styles and materials, from the traditional right through to the modern and ultra contemporary. For a flavour of our work please take a look at the gallery below.
Discover how a bespoke rolling library ladder is designed and crafted, from initial enquiry to final installation. This project follows each stage of the process, showcasing how a custom bookcase ladder can combine practical access with striking design, inspired by iconic library interiors.
When a team of architects in the United States reached out to us with a distinctive library project, we knew it was the kind of challenge our workshop thrives on. They were designing an elegant, multi-functional space and needed a bespoke wooden bookcase ladder that would not only serve a practical purpose but also enhance […]
Discover how a bespoke rolling ladder transformed a London townhouse library into a stylish and functional space. Designed with both aesthetics and practicality in mind, this custom ladder features a unique perpendicular design, smooth rolling functionality, and a cranked top that keeps it close to the bookcase. Crafted from high-quality walnut and aluminium, it provides both safety and seamless integration into the home’s elegant decor. Explore the design process behind this perfect solution for any unique space.
We regularly receive enquiries about designing bespoke library ladders in all shapes, sizes, materials and mechanisms. This particular project is a great example of the kind of collaboration clients can expect to receive from Andrew Nebbett Designs, in order to achieve exactly the right solution for their space. The brief was to design and create a bespoke hook-on library ladder that would be installed against our client’s existing bookcase.
We were hugely excited to catch a glimpse of one of our projects in the recent BBC documentary series, My Life as a Rolling Stone. There (right of the opening shot) in the background of Huntsman, one of Charlie Watts’ favourite Savile Row tailors, stood our AND rolling library ladder.
As well as producing bespoke library ladders in full, with all moving parts, we are often asked to create custom components for our clients’ existing ladders. AND were approached by a luxury wine cellar company specialising in creating bespoke wine cellars as well as kitchen installations and home cabinetry.
