Es Devlin's Library of Light is a kinetic installation unveiled during Milan Design Week, set in a historic 17th-century courtyard. Inspired by the nearby Braidense National Library, it features over 3,000 illuminated books within a spacious revolving structure. The installation serves both as a reading space and a venue for cultural programming. During daylight, mirrored panels direct sunlight onto darker corners, while at night, it functions as a lantern casting intricate shadows. The work also highlights historical figures, notably featuring readings from notable voices to enhance the experience of reflection.
Library of Light draws inspiration from the Braidense National Library, housing over 3,000 illuminated books within an 18-meter-wide revolving structure.
During the day, a mirrored plane captures sunlight to illuminate hidden corners, while at night, the installation becomes a lantern casting shifting shadows.
Voices echo through the space, including Benedict Cumberbatch reading from Rovelli's The Order of Time, creating an immersive auditory experience.
The work embodies a meditation on knowledge and women’s contributions to scholarship, with Maria Gaetana Agnesi becoming a pivotal figure in the narrative.
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