Library lounge

The small municipality of Kirkkonummi, in southern Finland, can trace its history back millennia, from a medieval stone church to World War II–era bunkers. Next to that church, JKMM Architects revitalized a concrete library from the 1980’s, the result not only the IIDA’s institutional category winner but also taking home the best of competition award. “Contemporary libraries are where people get together to share knowledge and experiences,” JKMM founding partner Teemu Kurkela says. “This is…

Infuse your living room with old money charm by transforming it into a cozy library. Dark wooden bookshelves, leather seating, and a crackling fireplace create an inviting space for reading or deep conversation. A world-class whiskey cart completes the stately vibe. Click here for ideas on how to design a library-inspired lounge that combines comfort with grandeur.

Image 15 of 28 from gallery of Common Reader Bookstore / Atelier TAO+C. Photograph by Wen Studio

Volumes of warmly lit timber define Tonkin Zulaikha Greer’s library and members lounge redesign, which simultaneously respects heritage and serves contemporary communities.

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Image 4 of 28 from gallery of Common Reader Bookstore / Atelier TAO+C. Photograph by Wen Studio

ESSENTIAL ARCHITECTURES TAKE SHAPES THANKS TO A SOFT LIGHT AND TONE-ON-TONE FURNITURE.THE FLOOR TEXTURE IS INSPIRED BY THE WARM AND VIBRANT SHADES OF THE EARTH AND IT IS EXALTED THROUGH FLAMED WOODS, MARBLE DETAILS, ORGANIC TEXTILES AND VIENNESE STRAW.

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Image 24 of 30 from gallery of Norwell Public Library / Oudens Ello Architecture. Photograph by Chuck Choi Architectural Photography