# Bicycle-Bound Libraries The 'Shared Lady Beetle Library' Decentralizes the Library Experience By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shared-lady-beetle-library References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/05/09/a-traveling-library-that-takes-inspiration-from-the-ladybug/) The 'Shared Lady Beetle Library' is a whimsical [mobile library bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-car-hybrid) that aims to bring the books to the people for a [decentralized reading experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-library-board-of-singapore). The library unit itself is crafted from recycled scrap metal and attached onto a bicycle to let riders take it almost anywhere to provide reading material to children in any part of a city or region. The [beetle-shaped design of the library trailer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pkinception) opens up when stationary to provide easy access and even enough space for sitting as the reader enjoys a new title. The 'Shared Lady Beetle Library' is the design work of Luo Yujie and Lu Zhuojian of the LUO Studio, and has a fairytale-like aesthetic that enhances the reading experience for youngsters. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mobile Library Bicycles:** Mobile library bicycles provide a decentralized reading experience and bring books to people in any part of a city or region. - **Whimsical Library Designs:** Whimsical library designs enhance the reading experience and appeal to children. - **Sustainable Libraries:** Sustainable libraries are crafted from recycled materials, promoting environmental consciousness. ### Where This Applies - **Education:** Education industry can leverage mobile library bicycles to reach children in underserved areas. - **Design:** Design industry can explore whimsical library designs to create unique reading spaces. - **Environmental:** Environmental industry can promote sustainable libraries to contribute to sustainability efforts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Reading Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/library-of-us.md) - [Open-Air Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-billyotheque.md) - [Temporary Translucent Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-liberia.md) - [Accessible Bookmobile Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmobile-vehicle.md) - [Children's Story-Inspired Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy.md) - [Mushroom-Shaped Village Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-library.md) - [Reading-Focused Compact Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/library-tiny-house.md) - [Book-Inspired Public Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sit-down-to-read.md) - [Memory-Grounded School Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahmah-library.md)