Library that’s built to last wins UK’s top architecture prize

Following the reveal of six shortlisted projects earlier this year, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the 2022 winner of the Stirling Prize, the most prestigious award in British architecture. Níall McLaughlin Architects ha… Continue reading Library that’s built to last wins UK’s top architecture prize

Thai library impresses with stunning bamboo craftsmanship

Back in 2017, Chiangmai Life Architects skilfully used bamboo to create a breezy sports hall at the Panyaden International School in Thailand. The firm has now returned to the same school to add an impressive new library that’s primarily constructed fr… Continue reading Thai library impresses with stunning bamboo craftsmanship

Glass-walled library envisioned as a tree-filled forest

Snøhetta’s upcoming Beijing Sub-Center Library in China is not like your average city library. It will feature glazed walls that enclose a series of tree-shaped columns, as well as a forest canopy-like roof. The idea behind its eye-catching design is t… Continue reading Glass-walled library envisioned as a tree-filled forest

Glass-walled library envisioned as a tree-filled forest

Snøhetta’s upcoming Beijing Sub-Center Library in China is not like your average city library. It will feature glazed walls that enclose a series of tree-shaped columns, as well as a forest canopy-like roof. The idea behind its eye-catching design is t… Continue reading Glass-walled library envisioned as a tree-filled forest