The Story Tower is an atypical library and book exchange built in Cēsis, Latvia. The structure is eco-friendly and was made using locally sourced timber and reclaimed food packaging. A group of summer school students and teachers from Riga Technical University spent two weeks designing the library and three and a half days building it. There are a total of 2,250 shingles made out of recycled juice cartons covering the library.
Unlike a lot of design projects, the Story Tower is actually functional. It's stocked with books from a local library that is undergoing refurbishment. The Story Tower can be used by the public and will occupy its current space until the library is ready to reopen in 18 months.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Eco-friendly Architecture
- Opportunity for architects and builders to incorporate sustainable materials and design elements into their projects.
- Community Building
- Potential to create shared spaces and structures that engage the public and foster a sense of community.
- Sustainable Packaging
- Opportunity for businesses to explore innovative ways to repurpose and recycle packaging materials.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture
- Architects can embrace sustainable practices and materials to create environmentally friendly buildings.
- Education
- Opportunity for schools and universities to engage students in hands-on design and building projects.
- Publishing
- Libraries and publishers can explore creative alternatives to share books and engage the community.
