Print books may be dying off, but that hasn't stopped architects from creating all of these novel library designs. The libraries spotlighted in this top list feature innovative designs and amenities that just might save the print book industry.
When it comes to looking for ways to save the publishing industry, these novel library designs are a great place to start. I don't know about you, but I can't imagine going to a library and sitting down with my e-Reader. These libraries are designed for cities all over the world and many are multifunctional. How awesome would it be to stay in a hotel/library in the heart of New York City? Check out these wicked novel library designs and decide for yourselves!
25 Novel Library Designs
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Celebrity Home Libraries
Judy Berman Photographs Libraries of the Rich and Famous
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Graphic Novel Galleries
The MoCCA by Alessandro Ortiz and Reid Nystrom Conceive a Built Caricature
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Showy Red Reading Rooms
The New University Library at the University of Amsterdam
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The Library Hotel in New York City
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Chic Living Room Libraries
Montana Mobler Helps You Organize Your Own Personal Library
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Outdoor Book Rooms
The 24 Hour Library and Community Space in Magdeburg, Germany
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Mercury Drop Architecture
The National Library in Prague is Futuristic Fantastic
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Futuristic Looped Libraries
Bjarke Ingels Group Wins Competition to Design Astana National Library
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Latticed Libraries
University of Helsinki City Campus Library by Anttinen Oiva Architects is Swank
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Bookworm Accommodations
The 'Library Resort' in Koh Samui is Meant for Book-Lovers
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Bookstore-Inspired Libraries
The Almere Library Incorporates Retail Details
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Striking Bookworm Heavens
Libraries With Stunning Architecture Around the World
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Modern Libraritecture
TANK Architects Constructs 21st Century Literary Havens
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Public Sketch Libraries
Sketchory Offers 250,000 Free Originals For Anybody Online
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Contemporary Library Designs
The UvA University Library is a Book-Less Archive
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Organically Frothy Libraries
'Biodigital Processes in Architecture' Promotes Calm Creativity
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Literature Tribute Architecture
Knut Hamsun Center Pays Homage to the Norwegian Writer
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Oversized Hardcover Facades
The Kansas City Library has Installed a Gigantic Bookshelf
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Glow-in-the-Dark Libraries
The Exterior of the Aberdeen University Library Responds to Light
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Reading Towers
MVRDV Creates 'Book Mountain' For Transparent Literature
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Book-Free Libraries
New England Prep School Ushers in Literary Electronic Era
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Eco-integrated Libraries
The Alberto Kalach Library Blends Nature and Literature
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Novel Vending Machines
Polk County, Florida Introduces Library Book Vending Machines
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E-Book Libraries
The Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Debuts the World's First e-Library
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Free Cultural Libraries
UNESCO, Library of Congress, and Others Launch World Digital Library
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Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves
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Futuristic Vision Design Books
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Micro-City Housing Nooks
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Dynamic Bookend Lighting Designs
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Women's Literature-Inspired Skincare Stores
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