At the centre of Halmstad in Sweden, the seamless integration of nature and modern architecture has turned the City Library into an oasis of literary inspiration. Bjelin's hardened ash floor Wooura Planks ESARP 3.0 XL fulfilled the aesthetic aspirations and brought about practical advantages that resonate throughout the space.

The library was first opened in 2006 based on the award-winning architecture by Mette Wienberg och Kim Holst Jensen at MAA Schmidt, Hammer & Lassen. In 2022, Fredblad Arkitekter were responsible for the renovation and floor replacement. “The choice of Bjelin’s ash floor was driven by a desire to achieve the aesthetic vision while preserving the existing floor,” said architect AnnCharlott Castler. “The floating installation proved to be a practical solution, eliminating the need for extensive removal work.”