The Starfield Library

The Starfield Library is a concept designed by the Gensler Studio (the largest architecture studio on earth).

Located in the center of COEX Mall in Seoul, the library is an open public space where anyone can freely come to sit down, take a break, and immerse themselves in books along with other bibliophiles. A wide selection of books in various genres such as humanities, economics, hobbies, etc. are readily available. Whole sections of the library are dedicated to foreign books and famous authors. iPads can be used to read e-books. Close to 600 magazines, domestic and foreign, are available for browsing. All these qualities set Starfield Library apart from other ordinary libraries. In addition, a plethora of events take place here such as meeting with authors, book talks, poetry reading, lectures, book concerts, and more.

The whole library includes 2,800 square meters, it offers 50,000 books and 600 different magazines stored in three towers 13 meters tall.

The project had a cost of 6 billion Korean won and needs 500 million won per year for maintenance.