vasily klyukin envisions airplane-shaped library in homage to author richard bach

vasily klyukin has shared his latest architectural vision — a radiant glass library that pays homage to american author richard bach. the design of the building takes the shape of a 1920s-style airplane, with an all-glass body, diagonally positioned wings and metallic propeller. on the edge of the propeller sits a large bird — a direct reference to one of bach’s most loved books, ‘jonathan livingston seagull’. 

the radiant glass library pays homage to american author richard bach

the novella, one of klyukin’s favorites, tells the story of a seagull learning about life and flight, conveying simple truths about individually and identity. this timeless classic inspired klyukin to imagine a library in bach’s name, forming a place for visitors to experience the author’s work and philosophical ideas. books are contained within a large reading room under the one of the wings, while the other forms a shelter for an open-air cafe hidden beneath.

the design of the building takes the shape of a 1920s-style airplane

‘it’s one of my favorite books ever,’ klyukin says of ‘johnathan livingston seagull’. ‘you must read it every five years. after creating ‘richard bach library’, I sent images to the author, requesting him to sign a book, but I got more — an invitation to visit his house. I cancelled everything and booked tickets immediately. on orcas island [where bach now lives] you can get your own flight in old, 1929 air traveler. it’s incredible to have a flight on this craft, and it inspired me to create this concept.’

an all-glass body, diagonally positioned wings and metallic propeller form the shape of the building 

bach’s timeless classic inspired klyukin to imagine a library in bach’s name

on the edge of the propeller sits a large bird — a direct reference to one of bach’s most loved books

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