This outdoor bench-bibliotheque brings new meaning to the phrase ‘surrounded by books.’ Promising to bring intellectuals outdoors, this gazebo features a small table for lunch or tea, and easy-to-clean slatted wooden floors. Photo courtesy of Ruetemple Architectural Studio. Photo 7 of 9 in Innovative Outdoor Libraries in Russia by Jacqueline Leahy

Innovative Outdoor Libraries in Russia

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This outdoor bench-bibliotheque brings new meaning to the phrase ‘surrounded by books.’ Promising to bring intellectuals outdoors, this gazebo features a small table for lunch or tea, and easy-to-clean slatted wooden floors. Photo courtesy of Ruetemple Architectural Studio.