# Retro-Modern Library Decor This Geneva Library Marries Retro and Contemporary Design Details By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geneva-library References: [buro247.hr](http://www.buro247.hr/lifestyle/dizajn-i-arhitektura/mala-oaza-znanja-ispunjena-stilom.html) Matali Crasset's [Geneva](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geneva-time-only) library project marries retro and contemporary design details seamlessly. The French designer's latest creation is a warm and engaging reading space that is accented with warm wood finishes and metal elements that are displayed in a vibrant, green hue. This reading institution rejects traditional library decor that is clinical and mundane and instead encourages imagination. In addition to its neon green details, this Geneva library by Matali Crasset also features a large, [wooden element](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reading-nooks) that is designed for the building's younger visitors. Its is designed to resembles an abstract spaceship vessel and doubles as a play area and standing shelf with efficient book storage. This [contemporary library](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-baldwin-media-library) encourages visitors to study and read in an environment that is inspiring rather than understated. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-modern Design:** Opportunity for designers to combine vintage and contemporary elements in a seamless way - **Environmental and Kid-friendly Design:** Incorporating kid-friendly elements and bold color choices to inspire learning, along with eco-friendly materials and sustainable design - **Engaging Public Spaces:** The trend of creating public spaces that are more than just functional but actually engage visitors ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Using innovative and creative approaches to make interior spaces more engaging and inspiring - **Education and Libraries:** Creating libraries that are not just functional but inspirational and exciting - **Sustainable Design:** Developing designs that use sustainable materials and practices to create environmentally friendly public spaces ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wood-Wrapped Contemporary Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graded-school-library.md) - [Tree-Like Library Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-of-knowledge.md) - [Juxtaposing Angular Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brixen-public-library.md) - [Children's Story-Inspired Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy.md) - [Cultural Green Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-green.md) - [Sleek Contemporary Metal-Encased Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/library-lamp.md) - [Contemporary Art Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espace-gabrielle-chanel.md) - [Memory-Grounded School Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahmah-library.md) - [Modern Blue-Accented Academic Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-esther-pavilion.md)