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Kiruna Public Library, Sweden

In Sweden's northernmost town, Kiruna, lies one of the world’s largest underground mines, where iron is extracted. The town was founded in 1900 by miners, and after many years of mining, the foundation beneath the town is set to disappear in the near future. Therefore, parts of the town are currently being relocated 3 kilometers away to secure the future of both the mine and the town.

The library has also received a new location, and in connection with its move to a new cultural centre, the interior of the library has been redesigned, primarily using existing furniture.

Carina Bergsten, the library director in Kiruna, explains, "Over the years, we've been highly content with the furnishings obtained during the 2012 relocation. When the need arose to relocate once more to Kiruna's new center, our strategy was to retain as much of the existing furnishings as possible. This decision stemmed not only from sustainability, economic, and environmental considerations but also because the furnishings remained in excellent condition. We then complemented them with additional furniture, considering the layout of the new premises. Nonetheless, as mentioned, retaining the majority of the furnishings has been deeply satisfying."

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Products used at Kiruna Public Library, Sweden

Item no.: E3581

E3581 - Wide with static star foot E3581 - Wide with static star foot

HabiCave Lounge Chair

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Item no.: E3552

E3552 - William Large E3552 - William Large

Display Holder for slat display panels, acrylic

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Item no.: E3553

E3553 - William Small E3553 - William Small

Display Holder for slat display panels, acrylic

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Item no.: E34467

E34467 - Oscar Large E34467 - Oscar Large

Display Holder for slat display panels, acrylic

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Item no.: E4711

E4711 - Set with Mini, Midi and Maxi E4711 - Set with Mini, Midi and Maxi

Maria Podium Browser, set 3 pcs.

3 pcs

Item no.: E3418

E3418 - Low, small E3418 - Low, small

Laura Book Display single-sided

Item no.: E3432

E3432 - High, small E3432 - High, small

Laura Book Display single-sided

Item no.: E4366

E4366 E4366

Oslo Display Tower

Item no.: E3764

E3764 - A4 E3764 - A4

Self-adhesive Magnetic Frame

2 pcs

Item no.: E3277

E3277 - Right

Stopper Book Support

10 pcs

Item no.: E3326

E3326 - Right E3326 - Right

Clip-on Book Support

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10 pcs

Item no.: E3291

E3291

Clara Index Block with Stopper

Item no.: E3375

E3375 - Large E3375 - Large

Owl Display, available in 3 heights

Item no.: E15139

E15139 - Table with 4 stools E15139 - Table with 4 stools

Puzzle Table with 4 Stools

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Configurable

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Lingo Round Shelving

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