Video: Beijing's monumental library gives reading spaces new relevance in the digital age

Inspired by the natural surroundings of its location on the bank of the Tonghui River, the Beijing City Library pushes the boundaries of institutional design by reinstating the relevance of the library as a haven for cultural interac
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