In stark contrast to its concrete predecessor, Mecanoo’s design makes maximum use of natural light with an eyecatching façade combining glass and interlocking aluminium hoops. Inside over 400,000 books are available on the shelves on the public floors and the building delivers the energy performance to match its looks with a design stage BREEAM ‘Excellent’ Rating. Kingspan Kooltherm FM Pipe Insulation was specified for the project as part of this sustainable approach.