Qeeboo's Turtle Carry is not just one piece but a whole family: the same friendly turtle, designed by Marcantonio, carrying something different on its shell each time. This guide runs through every member of the family, from the bookcase and tables to the pouf, lamp and planter, and suggests where each one works best around the home.
Meet the Turtle Carry Family
Marcantonio draws on the natural world and its curious forms to bring a sophisticated sense of irony into our homes. The idea behind Turtle Carry is simple: the turtle is the base, and what sits on its carapace decides the job. Because every piece shares the same character, you can use one as a single statement or repeat the turtle in several rooms so the house feels connected.
Living Room: Tables, Pouf and Lamp
The living room is where the family really comes together.
- Turtle Carry Coffee Table: the turtle carries a wooden coffee table firmly anchored to its base. Put it in front of the sofa for cups, books and remote controls.
- Turtle Carry Tray Table: here the turtle carries a tray table, again firmly anchored. It is a good choice beside an armchair, where you want somewhere to set down a drink.
- Turtle Carry Pouf: a soft cushion on the shell that works as a seat, footrest or extra tabletop. Made from polyethylene and wood, it measures 43 x 66 x 44cm and weighs 4.8kg, so it is easy to pull up wherever you need an extra seat.
- Turtle Carry Lamp: the turtle carries a glowing ball, which brightens a dark corner and becomes the talking point of the room. At 45 x 58 x 73cm and 1.8kg it is light enough to move around, and it can be used in outdoor spaces as well as indoors.
Tip: avoid lining several turtles up in a row. One coffee table, a pouf to the side and a lamp in the corner reads as a playful scheme rather than a display.
Bedroom and Dressing Area
Turtle Carry makes a cheerful bedside companion, and there are two options to choose from.
The Turtle Carry Side Table carries a small table with a drawer on its shell, which is handy for hiding glasses, chargers and night-time bits. It is made from recyclable polyethylene and measures 40 x 58 x 48cm. The Turtle Carry Bed Table carries a small table with a shelf instead, so it suits anyone who likes a book or two within reach. Placing one on each side of the bed gives a lovely sense of symmetry.
For a dressing area or hallway, the Turtle Carry Valet Stand carries a clothes stand in a matching colour. Use it to hang tomorrow's outfit, a dressing gown or coats by the front door.
Study, Reading Corner and Children's Rooms
The Turtle Carry Bookcase carries a pile of books on its shell, held tight by a metal support with three shelves. It makes a delightful statement in a living room, study or child's bedroom, and comes in six colours: White, Dove Grey, Black, Blue Avio, Deep Green and Indian Red.
Pair it with the pouf to create a reading corner: books on one turtle, a seat on the other. In a child's room the turtle shapes feel like characters rather than furniture, which can make tidying away books a little more fun.
Dining, Entertaining and Greenery
The Turtle Carry Planter/Champagne Cooler carries a holder on its shell that can be used either as a champagne cooler or as a home for plants and succulents. Most days it can sit in a sunny spot planted with succulents; for a party, it can be cleared and filled with ice to chill a bottle by the dining table.
Alongside the Turtle Carry Lamp, it is also an easy way to carry the turtle theme out onto a terrace or patio.
Mixing and Matching Colours
- Check the options for each piece. Colour choices can vary across the family, so look at each product before planning a scheme.
- Matching colours give a calm, collected look, ideal if you plan to own several pieces.
- One colour per room lets each space have its own personality while the shape keeps everything linked.
- Pick up a shade from your scheme. A Deep Green bookcase against green walls feels tonal and grown-up; an Indian Red one in a neutral room becomes the focal point.
Explore the Collection
See the full Turtle Carry family and other designs by Marcantonio, or browse our wider range of Qeeboo furniture. If you would like help choosing pieces or colours, visit our shop in Somerset or contact the team for friendly advice.
