Modern indoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, large windows overlooking a body of water, with cityscape and boats visible outside.

Deichman Bjorvika

Lundhagem + Atelier Oslo

Oslo / Norway

Deichman consists of 25 local libraries located all over Oslo. Deichman was founded in 1785 and is Norway’s oldest and largest public library. Oslo's main library, Deichman Bjørvika, is located between Oslo Central Station and the Opera house.

Close-up of modern architectural building with overhanging roof, set against a partly cloudy blue sky.
Interior view of a modern building with geometric architectural design, featuring concrete, glass ceiling, and metal railings.
Modern indoor dining area with round wooden tables and chairs near large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a body of water
Modern interior space with large frosted glass window wall, leather lounge chair, small round side table, and ceiling lights.
Interior of a modern library with multi-level design, concrete columns, large glass windows, bookshelves, seating area, and staircases.
Modern library interior with white bookshelves, a curved marble reading desk with chairs, high ceilings, and large illuminated windows.
Interior view of a modern multi-level bookstore with bookshelves, seating areas, and an enclosed bookstore display near large glass windows.
Interior view of a modern building with geometric concrete structures, glass ceiling, and intricate honeycomb-patterned panels.