Apila Library

The Apila Library is designed by JKMM Architects and it was completed in 2012. The library is located next to Seinäjoki civic center designed by Alvar Aalto. A central aspect of the design is a dialogue between the new Apila Library and the Aalto Library. These two buildings are connected via an undergound passageway. When viewed from above, the building resembles a clover, which gives the library its Finnish name Apila (Clover).

Libraries have become living rooms for the citizens and the Apila Library is one of the first new generation libraries in Finland. There is plenty of space, not only for books and other material, but also for events, encounters and working. The library gives access to knowledge, learning and new experiences for people of all ages.