# Caged Cultural Centers The Daegu Library is an Encased Sanctuary for Community and Learning By Meghan Young | Published 2012-11-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daegu-library References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2012/11/competition-entry-daegu-library-holm-architecture-office/) & [holmarchitectureoffice](http://holmarchitectureoffice.com/) In spite of the caged aesthetic of the Daegu Library, at least when it comes to its exterior design, it is very spacious and airy. The long bars that rise higher than the building are thin and widely spaced to allow as much natural light to seep through as possible. A place for quiet reflection, learning and community, the Daegu Library's encasement promotes sanctuary without compromising its place in the outside world. Designed by Holm Architecture Office, the Daegu Library is to be built in South Korea. An inviting cultural center for locals and visitors alike, the ground floor will be open-concept and versatile in order to hold various functions and events while the top floor will have reading rooms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Encased Architecture:** Opportunities to design public spaces that provide sanctuary without compromising exposure to the outside world. - **Versatile Open-concept Spaces:** Opportunities to create flexible spaces that can accommodate various functions and events. - **Airy Spacious Environments:** Opportunities to create open and bright environments that promote quiet reflection and learning. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Opportunities to design innovative public spaces that are both functional and inviting. - **Education:** Opportunities to create modern and flexible learning environments that promote community and collaboration. - **Hospitality:** Opportunities to design welcoming and versatile event spaces for public and private gatherings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Glass Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-libreria.md) - [Dynamic Geometric Library Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellamundie.md) - [Memory-Grounded School Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahmah-library.md) - [Glass-Lined Towering Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beijing-city-library.md) - [Park Library Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-green-museumbrary.md) - [Wood-Wrapped Contemporary Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graded-school-library.md) - [Arched Opening Village Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pkinception.md) - [Perforated Shadow-Casting Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariams-library.md) - [Sculptural Cultural Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aydc-public-art-centre.md)