A Tiny Public Library With A Roof Inspired By A Sheet Of Paper

Ninja Stuudio has shared photos of “White Sheet”, a tiny public library and reading pavilion they completed in Tallinn, Estonia.

The design has been inspired by the image of a literary idea, with the pavilion’s roof hovering as a light sheet of paper in mid-air relying only on the glass shelves below.

The shelves are filled with books forming a kind of wall that gives some privacy to the people in the pavilion, while the floor is a simple wooden terrace that in combination with the glass walls gives the pavilion its light summery feel that matches well the local atmosphere.

Here’s a look at the architectural drawings for the library.

Photography by Paco Ulman | Architecture: Jaan Tiidemann, Jarmo Vaik | Consultants: Gunnar Poltruk, Kalev Kaal, Eerik Kouts | Constructor: Viljar Sepp | Lighting project: Liina Einla (Silman) | Construction: Margo Lill (Silur), Kalev Kaal (Alfa Yachts Production), Mihkel Kivi (Murdosa), Holger Kangro (Holken), Allan Gruno (Ennistus) | Solution for outdoor areas and boardwalks: Mart Mets (Tallinn Central Government) | Commissioned by: Aigar Palsner (Tallinn Central City Government)