Al Safa Art & Design Library is based on Al Wasl Road. Reem Mohammed / The National
Inside, there are a range of stylish workspaces and reading areas for members. Reem Mohammed / The National
It's where art, design and literature intersect. Reem Mohammed / The National
An outdoor courtyard will host a variety of activities during winter. Reem Mohammed / The National
There are more than 4,000 titles across the adult and children's libraries, spanning both Arabic and English works. Reem Mohammed / The National
The refurbishment is part of a plan to revamp all branches of Dubai Public Library. Reem Mohammed / The National
There are a number of spaces where members can work. Reem Mohammed / The National
Find rare books about design from the region. Reem Mohammed / The National
Plenty of natural light floods in to the spaces. Reem Mohammed / The National
There is also a selection of magazines. Reem Mohammed / The National
Books focus on art and design, but there are also general titles. Reem Mohammed / The National
A painting of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai. Reem Mohammed / The National
the library, which originally opened in the 1980s, has been refurbished in a more modern style. Reem Mohammed / The National
A paper sculpture at the recently reopened Al Safa Art and Design Library. Reem Mohammed / The National
An Islamic art book displayed at Al Safa Art and Design Library. Reem Mohammed / The National
Al Safa Art and Design Library offers group workspaces, meeting areas, a cafe, an art gallery, a lounge area and a children’s library. Reem Mohammed / The National
Reading areas are well lit. Reem Mohammed / The National
There is also gallery space for artists to host exhibitions. Reem Mohammed / The National