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Lyngby Stadsbibliotek

Arkitema has redesigned parts of the interior of Lyngby Stadsbibliotek, featuring a new two-storey-high, grand piano–shaped bookcase that incorporates seating areas both upstairs and downstairs. Inside the library, they have also designed new public service counters, inspired by the water lilies in Mølle Å.

ARCHITECT
Arkitema

LOCATION
Lyngby, Denmark

YEAR
2025