# Literary Ecotecture The UNStudio Waalse Krook Library Will be a Green Haven By manzil | Published 2011-01-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unstudio References: [ofis-a.si](http://www.ofis-a.si/default.cfm?Kat=0306&ProdID=91) & [unstudio](http://www.unstudio.com) The [UNStudio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/former-bank-building) Belgian library of Waalse Krook has officially began production. The aim of the proposed design is to create a pleasant learning environment through the sustainable properties of the library, which will have a distinct identity. The proposed design for the Waalse Krook library integrates a [green roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-house-1) for natural light and public place around the library. UNStudio's green plan for the Waalse Krook library will give a unique distinct character. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Green Roof Architecture:** Opportunity for architectural firms to integrate green roofs in their designs, promoting sustainability and natural light. - **Sustainable Learning Environments:** Opportunity for educational institutions to create eco-friendly spaces that enhance the learning experience. - **Distinct Identity Design:** Opportunity for design firms to create unique and recognizable architectural structures. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architectural firms can adopt green roof design principles to create sustainable and aesthetically pleasing structures. - **Education:** Educational institutions can invest in eco-friendly designs to create a positive learning environment. - **Design:** Design firms can leverage creative techniques to develop distinctive and iconic architectural projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tree-Like Library Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-of-knowledge.md) - [Glass-Lined Towering Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beijing-city-library.md) - [Wood-Wrapped Contemporary Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graded-school-library.md) - [Park Library Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-green-museumbrary.md) - [Dynamic Geometric Library Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellamundie.md) - [Sustainable Visitor Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-arc.md) - [Wood-Lined London Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lea-bridge-library.md) - [Floating Wetland Bookstore](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xixi-goldmye-bookstore.md) - [Children's Story-Inspired Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy.md)