Library Design Services

The BookSpace designers are experts in creating exciting libraries for children and young people. Years of working with primary and secondary schools and listening to their needs has enabled us to develop a range of library products and services which work for any size, shape and purpose. 

Whether you’re looking for a school library with maximum flexibility or a fully-fitted library, our library design service has the solution for you.

Call now to enquire about our FREE, no obligation school library design service.

To find out more, call us on 0121 246 2777

How it all works

From initial enquiry through to completion, our experienced library design team will be on hand to guide you through the whole process, step by step, so you know exactly what to expect.

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What we do

At BookSpace, we have a wide range of quality library furniture products at our fingertips which work for any size, shape and purpose.

Whether you’re looking for a multi-purpose library with areas for intervention, or a dedicated library space that focuses on reading for pleasure, our design service has the solution for your school.

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Primary School Libraries

Our design team are experts in creating inspirational primary school libraries that engage children in reading

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Secondary School Libraries

We create stylish yet practical secondary school libraries that work for any size, shape and purpose.

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SEN School Libraries

Our design team have worked with a number of Special Educational Needs Schools to create safe, accessible reading spaces that will inspire a love for reading.

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Children’s Areas in Public Libraries

Generate more footfall and dwell time with our specialist library design service for children’s libraries. We offer a full library design and installation service.

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Themed Libraries

Add the ‘wow’ factor with our range of beautiful themed school libraries.  Choose from woodland, jungle, space, under water and many more…

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Flexible Library Furniture

At BookSpace, we have developed a range of free-standing and mobile library products that require little or no installation and can easily be adapted, reconfigured or moved at any time.

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Face-out book display shelving for primary school library

SEN School Libraries

Our design team have worked with a number of Special Educational Needs Schools to create safe, accessible reading spaces that will inspire a love for reading.

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Libraries of all shapes and sizes

Whether you have a dedicated room for your library or you’re transforming a corridor or entrance area, we can tailor the designs to suit any size or shape space.

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Reading Corners

Mix and match from our range of quality reading corner bookshelves, seating and accessories to create an inspiring reading for pleasure space.

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Latest Work

Check out some of our latest design projects to see what our talented library designers have been up to. Each design is unique but all are designed to make reading more engaging.

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Case studies

We pride ourselves in offering a high-quality library design service and making sure our customers are happy is a top priority.  Don’t just take our word for it, have a look at what teachers and librarians have to say in our library design case studies.

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Alleyn’s Junior School

Transforming a school library into an attractive, welcoming reading space for pupils to enjoy.

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Eagle House School

Creating an inviting school library that would appeal to older pupils and encourage independent reading.

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Kingsley Special Academy

Designing a SEN-friendly library to capture children’s imaginations and inspire a love of reading.

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Motherwell Children’s Library

Revitalising the children’s library to create a modern and engaging space for parents and families. 

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Little things make a big difference

The BookSpace team have spent years working with primary schools, researching the psychological barriers to reading and the motivators that encourage children to pick up a book and read.

We’ve fed all of this thinking into our product designs to ensure a BookSpace library is not only practical but promotes reading for pleasure at all opportunities.

Innovative Book Display

Flexible shelving designed to present books positively to children and encourage them to reach out, pick up a book and start their journey as life-long readers.

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Getting children talking about books

Our special reading features are guaranteed to get children talking about books, sharing their reading experiences and recommending books to their peers.

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School Library Signage

BookSpace shelving comes with a flexible signage system to help children find what they’re looking for and develop confidence around books.

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Expert installation

Our library fitters are highly-skilled and their attention to detail is second to none, ensuring that your library shelving is installed to an exceptional standard.

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Quality and sustainability

From the design process through to the materials and construction, our focus is on providing durable and high-performance library furniture that will last for many years.

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The BookSpace philosophy

Our library furniture range is the result of research into the reading psychology, the fears and pleasures associated with reading and how to present books in an engaging way.

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Colour Collection

Our range of colour options have been carefully selected to complement a variety of learning environments. From bright, vibrant tones to cool and calm shades. 

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Innovative Book Display

Flexible shelving designed to present books positively to children and encourage them to reach out, pick up a book and start their journey as life-long readers.

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Getting children talking about books

Our special reading features are guaranteed to get children talking about books, sharing their reading experiences and recommending books to their peers.

View more

School Library Signage

BookSpace shelving comes with a flexible signage system to help children find what they’re looking for and develop confidence around books.

View more
Library Design

Expert installation

Our library fitters are highly-skilled and their attention to detail is second to none, ensuring that your library shelving is installed to an exceptional standard.

View more

Quality and sustainability

From the design process through to the materials and construction, our focus is on providing durable and high-performance library furniture that will last for many years.

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The BookSpace philosophy

Our library furniture range is the result of research into the reading psychology, the fears and pleasures associated with reading and how to present books in an engaging way.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, our design service is completely free and comes with no obligation. Where possible, we’ll visit your school, meet with you in person, and carry out a full site survey to fully understand your needs.

Our expert design team will guide you through the process to help bring your dream library to life. As part of the service, you’ll receive a range of floorplans, stunning 3D images to help you visualise your space, and a fully-itemised quotation including book capacities—so you’ll know exactly what you’re getting before you place an order.

It depends on a few things—the size of the space, the style of furniture you’re looking for, the number of books you need to accommodate, and whether you need extra services like decorating or flooring. Give our friendly team a call on 0121 246 2777 for more information.

Most projects take around 12 weeks from start to finish, but we can complete them in as little as 8 weeks. The design stage takes about 2 weeks after the initial consultation, and production takes approximately 6 weeks.

Yes, we do! Our qualified, DBS-checked fitters will install everything with precision and care. They take real pride in their work, ensuring your new library is beautifully finished and built to last.

“Good school libraries are powerhouses of reading and learning. Our research shows that they help raise pupils’ literacy levels, improve access to knowledge, improve self-esteem and stimulate a love of reading, all of which give children the building blocks they need to succeed at school and beyond.”

National Literacy Trust