Revamping a public library through circularity? It’s not just possible, it’s impactful.
Meet the Lippulaiva Library in Espoo, a space transformed through collaboration and circular thinking.
At the heart of this renovation was Pääkaupunkiseudun Kierrätyskeskus Oy (Helsinki Metropolitan Area Reuse Centre), a social enterprise that not only champions reuse, but also creates meaningful employment pathways for people distanced from the traditional labour market.
In partnership with the Esbo stad (City of Espoo) and KVA Architects, Kierrätyskeskus’s Plan B workshop breathed new life into the library by restoring and repurposing hundreds of furniture items, from vintage chairs and tables to modern pieces sourced across the city, including the former Soukka Library.
The result: a warm, nature-inspired space where circular design meets community values.
This is one of the stories we’re proud to spotlight in our project on Social Enterprises’ Role in Furniture and Mattresses’ Circularity: https://www.rreuse.org/our-work/projects/social-enterprises-role-in-furniture-and-mattresses-circula...
Discover more about Kierrätyskeskus: https://kierratyskeskus.fi/
