Spijkenisse Boekenberg public library, Public library in Spijkenisse, Netherlands
Spijkenisse Boekenberg is a public library with a distinctive glass pyramid shape in Spijkenisse. The interior features a spiral pathway winding through five floors of books that leads to a café at the top.
The library opened in 2012 and marked a turning point for Spijkenisse. This new building helped transform the local market square from a farming village into a modern urban center.
The building's transparent walls allow passersby to see inside and discover the bookshelves from the street. This openness invites people to explore and makes reading a visible part of community life.
The complex includes an environmental education center, chess club, auditorium, and meeting spaces alongside the collections. Visitors should allow time to explore all floors and take in the view from the café at the top.
The bookshelves were made from recycled flowerpots and form a continuous path of approximately 480 meters through the building. This unconventional construction also serves as handrails and information desks.
Location: Nissewaard
Location: Spijkenisse
Inception: 2003
Architects: Winy Maas, MVRDV, Nathalie de Vries, Jacob van Rijs
Official opening: October 24, 2012
Elevation above the sea: 0.613 m
Brand:
Operator: Bibliotheek de Boekenberg
Part of: Nissewaard Boekenberg Public Library Foundation
Address: Markt 40, 3201CZ Spijkenisse
Opening Hours: Monday-Tuesday 09:00-17:30; Wednesday-Thursday 09:00-20:30; Friday 09:00-17:30; Saturday 10:00-16:00
Phone: +31181616622
Email: info@deboekenberg.nl
Website: https://bibliotheekdeboekenberg.nl
GPS coordinates: 51.84979,4.32480
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:01
Dutch architect Winy Maas, co-founder of MVRDV, designs buildings that experiment with form while keeping everyday function central. His work spans Europe and Asia, creating homes, cultural spaces, and offices that stand out in their cities. Each project responds to what a place needs, refusing to...
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