With 18,000 books to be housed on a small but prominent site, the redesign needed to address size constraints in a thoughtful way. Simply wrapping the external walls with shelves would not have provided enough storage, but FaulknerBrowns’ solution, the saw-tooth facade, allowed bookshelves to be placed at an angle around the perimeter, maximising space and adding visual dimension. The glazing in between shelves maximises natural light, helping to make the space airy and welcoming.
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