Library of Birmingham, UK - 'A City Gem'

The Library of Birmingham, which opened in September 2013, is one of the most photographed of modern builds in the City. It is estimated to have cost £188.8 million to build. 

The building has been recognised for both its innovative design and for its positive social impact and has won a number of awards.The design team was led by Mecanoo, a Netherlands-based architectural practice and the build was led by Carillion.

What we found out

What difference has it made