# Sculpted Creative Library Designs This Stunning Wood-Clad School Library Spurs Productivity By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-08 | Updated 2014-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-library-designs References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/04/05/timber-clad-school-library-extension-branch-studio-architects-australia/) & [branchstudioarchitects](http://www.branchstudioarchitects.com) If more schools and communities invested in creative library designs likes this school library near Melbourne, kids would be much more likely to want to go and actually spend their time there. School libraries are usually not known for their architectural design or flair; however, St Monica's College renovated book haven is a place that will definitely spur productivity and creativity in the students. With a gorgeous wooden exterior and a lush surrounding nature, this creative library design by design firm [Branch Studio Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/placidus-building) added an airy new reading room, Spanish-inspired steps and a vast terrace in the renovation. "A carefully chosen color and material palette was selected to reflect and complement the courtyard artwork, engaging with the Australian outback, an important icon of the St Monica's College philosophy," says architect Brad Wray. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Creative Library Designs:** Architectural and aesthetic designs for school libraries are emerging to cater to students' needs and interests. - **Biophilic Design:** Sustainability and natural elements are being infused in building designs to enhance productivity and overall well-being. - **Color and Material Palette Selection:** Proper selection of colors and materials in building design can influence people's emotions and promote a positive environment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can innovate new designs that cater to the changing needs of schools and students. - **Education:** The education industry can invest in buildings with creative designs that promote learning and productivity for students. - **Construction and Real Estate:** The construction and real estate industries can leverage sustainable and biophilic designs to establish eco-friendly and desirable buildings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Memory-Grounded School Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahmah-library.md) - [Children's Story-Inspired Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy.md) - [Tree-Like Library Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-of-knowledge.md) - [Nature-Promoting School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primary-school-1.md) - [Wood-Lined London Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lea-bridge-library.md) - [Arched Opening Village Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pkinception.md) - [Modern Blue-Accented Academic Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-esther-pavilion.md) - [Yellow-Accented School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-interior.md) - [Dynamic Geometric Library Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellamundie.md)