Hübsch
Forma Natural Wood Cabinet
The Forma Natural Wood Cabinet is a freestanding cabinet crafted from responsibly sourced oak wood and veneer with a natural finish. It features front display slots for holding books and magazines, and includes an interior door and shelf for concealed storage. The cabinet measures 19" x 13.5" x 35.5" (48 x 34 x 90 cm) and requires no assembly.
- Color
- Natural
- Material
- Oak wood
- Category
- Furniture > Cabinets & Storage > Magazine Racks
Specifications
A cabinet crafted from responsibly sourced oak wood with a magazine holder, offering a timeless modern look.
Magazine holder at front, oak veneer, multifunctional piece for showcasing books and magazines.
- Color
- Natural · brown
- Material
- Oak wood
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 19x13.5x35.5 in
- Category
- Furniture > Cabinets & Storage > Magazine Racks
Additional Attributes
- responsibly sourced oak wood
- oak veneer
- natural hue
- magazine holder
- no assembly required
- multifunctional
- Danish design
Product Insights
Hübsch's Forma Natural Wood Cabinet, part of a 12+ piece 2024 series, embodies Danish functionalism with geometric design, a magazine holder, and 32 cm shelves (10 kg capacity). Crafted from FSC-certified oak veneer over MDF (FSC-C157880) with solid oak elements, it offers ~65% savings versus solid oak while the MDF substrate reduces seasonal wood movement by ~70%. The cabinet arrives fully assembled (coordinating pieces require self-assembly), but the thin veneer cannot be sanded or refinished. At 748 CAD, it delivers sustainable Scandinavian design and value in a coordinated collection.
Verified claims
- Functional design
- The 32 cm interior shelf spacing and the integrated front magazine holder embody Hübsch's Scandinavian functionalism, sized around standard books and magazines.
- FSC certification
- FSC-certified wood with traceable license code FSC-C157880.
- Value
- Veneer construction enables 748 CAD price with ~65% savings vs. solid oak
- Sustainability
- FSC-certified oak veneer yields far more sheets per log than solid boards, improving resource efficiency.
- Collection series
- 12+ piece series with consistent geometric oak design and natural finish.
- Materials
- FSC-certified oak veneer over MDF with solid oak structural elements.
- Setup
- Fully assembled and freestanding; coordinating pieces require self-assembly.
- Storage and display
- Two interior shelves spaced 32 cm apart, each with a 10 kg weight capacity, plus an integrated front magazine holder.
- Collection coordination
- Part of a 12-piece Forma collection for visually coordinated interiors.
- Assembly
- Fully assembled upon delivery; no assembly needed.
- Geometric design
- Geometric cabinet from Hübsch's 2024 Forma series of at least 12 matching pieces.
- Magazine holder
- Front magazine holder doubles as structural display; same motif appears on Forma desk.
- Danish design philosophy
- Hübsch (est. 2010), leading Danish brand, designs Forma (2024) with geometric lines, magazine holder, and 32 cm shelves.
- Collection coherence
- Part of the Forma series (≥12 pieces) that share natural oak and a geometric design language, with the magazine-rack motif recurring on coordinating pieces such as the desk.
- Dimensional stability
- MDF substrate reduces seasonal wood movement by about 70%.
- Construction
- The Forma Cabinet combines MDF, oak veneer, and solid oak wood: the main structure is oak veneer over MDF, while solid oak is used for elements like the legs or frame.
- Wall anchoring
- The cabinet is freestanding and requires no assembly or wall mounting; Hübsch recommends securing it to the wall for safety as a tall piece, but anchoring is not required by the design.
- Cleaning
- Dust daily with a dry cloth; for deeper cleaning, use a soft cloth wrung out in a mild detergent and finish with a dry cloth. Keep the cabinet away from heat sources and direct sunlight, and move objects on the shelves regularly to prevent marks.
- Value vs solid oak
- Using oak veneer over MDF can cut material cost by roughly 65% compared with an all-solid-oak assembly, allowing the cabinet to deliver a solid-oak look at a mid-range price.
- Brand FSC commitment
- Hübsch began implementing FSC certification in 2020 and now uses FSC-certified wood across all its wood products, with a plan to phase out non-certified stock.
Product record
- Title
- Forma Natural Wood Cabinet
- Brand
- Hübsch
- Price
- 748 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesUses
Displaying favourite books and magazines face-out in the front slots
For readers and design lovers who want reading material on show, this oak-veneer cabinet has three shallow display slots across the front that hold magazines visible from the front. It offers a different way of showcasing favourite books and magazines while the top surface can carry small decorative items.[1,4,5]
Two-compartment storage behind a single door
This single-door wood cabinet keeps items out of sight behind a full-height door. Inside, one horizontal shelf splits the space into two compartments, with 32 cm between shelves for stacking books, linens, or everyday items.[1,6]
Styling a spot for decorative objects
In the product's styled images, this cabinet's top surface holds decorative objects such as a lamp, a small cylindrical container, and a beaded object, with the items sitting flush on the wood. That flat top gives you a place to display favorite pieces in a living room or entryway. Note that the items shown are styling props and not part of the product.[5]
Adding a warm, eye-catching accent to a room
Use this natural oak cabinet as a design accent when you want a piece that stands out while keeping a timeless, modern feel. Simons describes its responsibly sourced oak and natural hue as giving a space a timeless yet modern vibe, and Hübsch says the Forma collection adds an edgy touch that draws attention with its distinct presence. These are the brands' aesthetic descriptions rather than reported customer outcomes.[2,4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Forma Natural Wood Cabinet: Choose this if you want a compact Hübsch cabinet (about 19 by 13.5 by 35.5 inches, 48 x 34 x 90 cm) in a natural taupe hue for storing and displaying books or magazines: it has a single full-height right-side door, an interior shelf splitting the storage into two compartments, and a front magazine holder with recessed display slots, and it arrives fully assembled. It is listed as crafted from responsibly sourced, FSC-certified oak wood, though the merchant's composition listing also cites MDF and oak veneer, so the exact material makeup across components is not reconciled in the available information.[1,3,4,6] | Archive Natural Wood Shelf Unit: Choose this if you want a tall, freestanding accent piece for storing and organizing books, magazines, CDs, and DVDs. It is made with responsibly sourced oak wood and veneer in a light natural finish with visible grain, and offers an angled display shelf, open compartments, and a lower two-door cabinet with round wooden knobs on four cylindrical legs. Measuring 31.5 by 11.75 by 59 inches (80 by 30 by 150 cm), the unit comes in one size in the Taupe colorway.[7,8,9] | Merge Shelf: Choose this if you want a tall, narrow tower shelf (17.75 by 17.75 by 55 inches) that works as both storage and a sculptural piece for an unused corner or to help delineate spaces in your home. Its open front and sides with four evenly spaced open compartments display items from multiple angles, and it's made from MDF with responsibly sourced natural oak veneer in a light, matte wood finish. Keep in mind it is for indoor use only, with a modest weight capacity of 11 pounds (5 kg) per shelf, so it suits decor and lighter objects rather than heavy books or loads.[10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Frontal view of a light natural wood cabinet with three shallow recessed display slots across the front and four round dowel legs; two magazines are placed in the front slots and small decorative items rest on the top surface.
- Overall shapeRectangular box cabinet standing on four round vertical dowel legs; top surface is flat and the front face has three horizontal recessed display slots separated by shallow front rails.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.72 (high) - Front rails and slotsThree evenly spaced shallow horizontal front rails project slightly from the front plane, forming three inset display slots that hold magazines visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.55 · h 0.50 (high) - LegsFour cylindrical round wooden legs set near the cabinet corners, uniform diameter and same wood finish as the cabinet body.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.04 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.78 · w 0.04 · h 0.14 (high) - Wood grain and finishVisible vertical wood grain on front panels and horizontal grain on the top surface; finish appears matte or low sheen natural light oak.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.40 (high) - Top surface stylingTop surface holds decorative objects including a lamp, a small cylindrical container, and a beaded object; these items sit flush on the cabinet top.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Magazine in upper slotA magazine with a white cover inserted into the upper display slot, partially visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Magazine in lower slotA magazine with a light blue cover inserted into the lower display slot, partially visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Front magazine title text“CEREAL”
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x 0.43 · y 0.37 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Lower magazine title text“KINFOLK”
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.61 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the cabinet against a pale mint wall with a red baseboard and concrete floor; soft top lighting casts gentle shadows and decorative props are present.
- Lamp propA colorful table lamp with a round yellow top and a purple cylindrical stem sits on the cabinet top; lamp casts warm light on the wall behind.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Small container propA small cylindrical pale container with two wooden sticks protruding sits next to the lamp on the cabinet top.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Beaded propA small dark beaded object or bracelet lies on the top surface near the container; visible as a dark curved cluster.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.10 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Background wall and trimPale mint colored wall behind the cabinet with a horizontal red baseboard at floor level; a vertical pale mint architectural edge appears at the right image edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high) - Floor surfaceSmooth concrete or polished cement floor with subtle mottling and reflections visible beneath and in front of the cabinet.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.82 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal lifestyle shot showing the cabinet slightly angled so the front and right side are both visible; image cropped with some wall at right edge.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft diffuse ambient light with a warm local glow from the lamp on the top surface and a faint shadow cast on the wall behind the lamp.
Colors
light oak· cabinet body and rails#CCA373- Overall shapeRectangular box cabinet standing on four round vertical dowel legs; top surface is flat and the front face has three horizontal recessed display slots separated by shallow front rails.
- 02
Product
Rectangular freestanding cabinet with vertically grained light wood faces, three horizontal front panels separated by thin recessed trim strips, and four round cylindrical legs elevating the body.
- Overall shapeTall rectangular box body with a flat top and vertical side panels; body corners are square with a thin outer frame molding around the front face.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.75 · h 0.86 (high) - Front panel layoutFront composed of three large vertically grained wood panels stacked vertically and separated by two wider horizontal wood rails and one thinner recessed trim line between the middle and lower rail.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.72 (high) - Trim railsTwo prominent horizontal rectangular rails (one near upper third, one near lower third) projecting slightly from the front surface and matching the cabinet wood grain.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.31 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.69 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Recessed horizontal grooveA thin recessed horizontal groove runs across the front between the two wider rails, visually dividing the middle and lower panels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.49 · w 0.64 · h 0.03 (high) - LegsFour cylindrical round legs in the same light wood finish, set near the corners and elevating the cabinet; legs are visible as full round posts with no visible metal hardware.
2 regions
x 0.21 · y 0.82 · w 0.09 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.82 · w 0.07 · h 0.14 (high) - Wood grainVisible fine vertical wood grain texture on the front panels and horizontal grain on the rails consistent with a light natural stained wood finish.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.72 (high) - Top and side surfacesTop surface is flat with the same light wood finish; left side panel is visible showing continuous side grain and a slightly darker edge where the front frame meets the side.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.17 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a plain white background with soft frontal lighting producing a faint shadow to the right; image is vertically centered with slight rightward perspective showing the cabinet's left side.
- BackgroundPlain white seamless background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from the front-left; faint cast shadow appears to the right of the cabinet toward the lower right corner.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view angled slightly to the right so left side panel and top are visible; cabinet centered vertically with crop showing full body and legs.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.80 · h 0.88 (medium) - Image qualitySharp focus with clear detail in wood grain and edges; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
light natural oak· front and sides#DDC29Cwarm light oak· horizontal rails and legs#DDBA8D- Overall shapeTall rectangular box body with a flat top and vertical side panels; body corners are square with a thin outer frame molding around the front face.
- 03
Product
Single-door wooden cabinet shown with the right door open revealing an interior shelf and exposed metal concealed hinges; cabinet stands on four round wooden legs and has a light natural wood veneer with vertical grain.
- Overall geometryRectangular box cabinet with a single full-height door on the right and an interior horizontal shelf dividing the storage volume into two compartments.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.06 · w 0.78 · h 0.80 (high) - Door constructionRight-hand door is a flat slab panel with a narrow beveled inner frame edge visible where it meets the cabinet; door is shown open, revealing hinge cups and mounting plates.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.78 (high) - HingesThree exposed metal concealed hinge assemblies mounted on the cabinet inner right stile and door, each with a rectangular mounting plate and round hinge cup.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.56 (high) - ShelfSingle fixed-seeming horizontal shelf positioned roughly mid-height, matching the cabinet's wood finish and spanning the interior from left to the door opening.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - LegsFour cylindrical round wooden legs supporting the cabinet; two full legs visible at front and one partial leg visible at rear right, same finish as cabinet.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.82 · w 0.76 · h 0.16 (high) - Surface textureUniform light natural wood veneer with vertical linear grain visible on interior back panel, door face, shelf, and carcass surfaces.
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing, image cropped to include full cabinet and legs.
- Shot compositionStudio photograph showing the cabinet slightly angled so the interior is visible; right door fully open toward the viewer side.
- Background and lightingSmooth white background with soft, even lighting and minimal cast shadow under the cabinet.
- Image qualitySharp focus with clear detail on wood grain and metal hinge hardware.
Colors
light natural oak· wood surfaces#ECCBA3polished silver· hinge hardware- Overall geometryRectangular box cabinet with a single full-height door on the right and an interior horizontal shelf dividing the storage volume into two compartments.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Product arrived damaged and they wouldn't complete an exchange
Beautiful shelved product except it came damaged (split at the top and smashed in on the bottom corner- as if it was dropped during shipping).