The library as a community hub: How can the needs of the target group be combined in a single space?
The Regional Library in Žilina was gradually revitalized over two floors in the course of several Architectural Competitions and developed into a fully-fledged community hub, where classic book lending is now just one of many functions offered.
The Regional Library in Žilina has successfully renovated two floors through architectural competitions, gradually evolving into a full-fledged community center where book lending is just one of many services.
The winning design of Delta Pods Architects/DELTA Group SK for the children’s and youth literature section aligns with this transformation, addressing the broader needs of its target audience. The space is opened up, improving navigation and clearly defining functions to enhance accessibility and user experience.
The library has undergone several rounds of renovations over the years, which have partially improved but, in some cases, also complicated its overall operation. Even the employees perceive the library as a living organism and a dynamic entity that continuously changes and evolves with the passage of time and current trends. It is no longer just a place for whispered conversations and “square-headed” scholars.
Day by day, the library is filled with people of all ages and beliefs, coming for purposes such as research, studying, playing, or simply spending time without a deeper motivation. It hosts a diverse crowd, from distracted seniors who struggle to get up from their chairs to restless students with headphones, leaving their Instagram contacts on the whiteboard.
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