Seattle Public Library Designed By Rem Koolhaas

When I tell people they need to make sure they go to the Seattle Public Library Central Library if they visit Seattle, some will be like, “Seriously? The library?”

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Yes. Seriously. The library.

This Rem Koolhaas designed amazing building is one of my favorite places in the city. Plus, they have neon escalators, which Nathaniel is very fond of.

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A few weeks ago we decided to spend some time there so I could take photos and Nathaniel could explore all of the cool parts of the building. I love this place.

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The exterior was harder for me to shoot, but there’s a building across the street with a fountain for Nathaniel to splash in, so I walked over there and gave it a try.

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Have you ever visited the library? What’s your favorite part?