This circular building surrounded by strips of wood will be a new library for Sydney

March 15, 2016

The Darling Exchange by Kengo Kuma

Image by Kengo Kuma and Associates

 
The City of Sydney in Australia is getting a new library, designed by architect Kengo Kuma, that will be a circular building covered in spirals of wood.
 

The Darling Exchange by Kengo Kuma

Render by FloodSlicer

The six floor building in Darling Harbour will include library space, a makerspace, and two levels for a childcare centre.

The Darling Exchange by Kengo Kuma

Image by Kengo Kuma and Associates

There will also be a restaurant on the top floor, with views of Tumbalong Park, the Chinese Gardens and Cockle Bay.

The Darling Exchange by Kengo Kuma

Image by Kengo Kuma and Associates