Holly Smith

Shed 8 is a contemporary art library that promotes a sense of serendipity and a non-linear way of discovery, encouraging users to move beyond their familiar choices. This library steers away from the traditional organisational systems in public libraries as the space orchestrates a web of reading rooms that each contain a curated selection of books. The content is changed on a regular basis and are curated based on different ideas or impressions. Shed 8 embraces its harmonious coexistence with the surrounding landscape by blurring the boundaries between the interior and exterior. By maintaining this openness and transparency, the library evokes a strong sense of community for its users. Shed 8 will provide a place for creative and freelancers who may not have a fixed income and can use the free library space to their advantage. Shed 8 will essentially work as a spatial incubator, clustering like-minded people providing spaces that encourage reading, sharing of knowledge and new ideas.