Deichman Bjørvika - World’s Best New Public Library (2021)

Evolution in Library Design

On the choice of Deichman Bjørvika, jury chair Jakob Lærkes said:

“The Public Library of the Year award is all about paying tribute to role models, and the winning library – Deichman Bjørvika – is a shining example. A beautiful and impressive building which serves as a beacon for future library buildings. Deichman Bjørvika more than lives up to the criteria for the award, and the international jury was particularly impressed by how the building combines environmental awareness with architectural flair. The library is a new paradise for books and reading, while incorporating advanced technological solutions. Deichman Bjørvika shows how libraries can function as institutions that bring people together in towns, cities and local communities.”

Deichman Bjørvika has 13,500 square metres of floorspace spread across six storeys which are all dedicated to different kinds of learning.

The library has about 450,000 different materials, the bulk being available to borrowers via a self-service system.

The first floor is the busiest, with a restaurant, café, information desk and the fully integrated lending machines. The floor below houses a cinema and an auditorium.

The second floor is designed for young children, who can listen, read and romp about in the magic dungeons and playroom. The third floor is home to ‘the people’s workshop’, where it’s possible to engage in creative pursuits with everything from 3D printers and sewing machines to music and sound studios.

Everything becomes quieter as you move upwards through the library. The fourth and fifth floors are arranged with reading rooms and study rooms, carrels and classrooms, and where, in addition to quiet contemplation, it’s possible to take in the magnificent views of Oslo Fjord and the city.

https://www.ifla.org/news/new-public-library-world-champion-named/

Europe / Norway

Lat: 59° 54' 30.331" N
Long: 10° 45' 13.842" E

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