KTH Library is a public academic library that is open to everyone. Some of our services are only for students and staff at KTH, but everyone is welcome to visit our library and study on our beautiful premises.
Library renovation 2025–2027
Between 2025 and 2027, the library will undergo a step-by-step renovation. The goal is to create a library that better meets the needs of its users – a modern, flexible, and inspiring space for learning, research, and interaction.
The library at KTH Campus offers many different study spaces so you can choose what suits you. Most study spaces are equipped with power outlets for laptops.
Our library is a popular place to study. We encourage you to explore the library and discover new favourite spots. Below you’ll find information about different types of study spaces, along with tips on how to make the most of the library as a place to study.
Quiet study places
Our quiet areas are intended to be completely quiet. If you need to talk, please use one of the group study areas, which you can read more about further down the page.
North Gallery
In the North Gallery (floor 3), you will find approximately 80 silent study spaces as well as a few informal drop-in seats. There are both individual study booths and seats at higher tables with stools. On the North Gallery balcony, you’ll find study spaces by the windows.
In the South Arcade (floor 2), you will find 48 silent study spaces. New furniture with individual study booths has been ordered and will be installed before summer 2026. Here you will also find three group study rooms that cannot currently be booked (booking will be available from March).
In the library, you will find many different types of study spaces for group work.
Library Hall
In the Library Hall, you will find many different types of group study spaces as well as informal reading areas. You can work in groups around the round tables or sit together with others in the lounge seating areas. On the Reading Balcony, there are additional study spaces overlooking the Library Hall.
The Entrance Hall is the liveliest area of the library, and this is also where you’ll find the café. There are various types of tables and chairs available for studying. Please note that the Entrance Hall is the only area in the library where eating is permitted. Restrooms and lockers are located on Floor 1 (one floor down).
In the South-East Gallery (floor 3), there are many tables and chairs for group work. You will also find armchairs and tables here. On the South-East Gallery balcony, there are computer workstations and additional armchairs. Please note that the South-East Gallery is sometimes reserved for events.
In the South Gallery (floor 3), there are larger tables for group work as well as a few smaller tables on the balcony. You will also find group study room 16 here.
In the Arcade (which will be renamed the North Arcade as part of the renovation), there are larger tables for group work as well as many computer workstations. This area houses the library’s collection of books on the history of technology. You will also find the library’s printing room here.
In the Arcade Hall (which will be renamed The Towing Tank as part of the renovation), you will find different types of group study spaces. There are larger tables as well as higher tables with stools.
In the room Newton, there are several tables and chairs suitable for group work. The furniture is flexible and can be rearranged as needed. Please note that Newton is sometimes reserved for events.
In the Open Stacks, you will find parts of the library’s older book and document collections. There are also a number of study spaces here, where it is usually a bit quieter.
There is a large outdoor terrace open to visitors from 1 April to 31 October (closed on Saturdays). The terrace is located two floors up (floor 4) via the staircase in the Entrance Hall.
Other study places
There are also study places scattered throughout the library, for example outside Lallerstedt. Feel free to explore the library and discover your new favourite study spot!
Study in available lecture rooms
The library has many lecture rooms that are sometimes booked for teaching. When they are not in use, they can be used as study spaces. You can check their booking status by scanning the QR code posted outside the room, or by viewing the daily schedule via the links below.
Salongen
In Salongen (floor 2), you will find many tables for both group and individual work (50 seats). Next to Salongen is the room Lilla Salongen, a smaller room with a large table.
The library has 16 bookable group study rooms with seating for 4–8 people. Most rooms are equipped with a whiteboard and a screen for group work. Please note that the group study rooms can only be booked by KTH students.
At present, there are three non-bookable group study rooms in the South Arcade (these will become bookable in March). Once the Ångdomen renovation is completed, there will be three non-bookable group study rooms (A, B, and C) on Level 3½ (behind Ångdomen, entrance via the balcony).
Resource room
There is a resource room for students with dyslexia. Special access is required through
Funka
.
In the Entrance Hall, you will find recycling stations where you can sort your waste correctly, and there are many waste bins located throughout the library. It is important that we all help keep the library clean and recycle responsibly!
Return furniture
If you borrow a chair or move furniture, please return it to where you found it.
Use headphones
Please use headphones or keep your computer on silent mode if you need to listen to audio.
No food in the library
Food may only be consumed in the Entrance Hall. Snacks, fruit, and drinks with lids are permitted throughout the library.
Lockers
Lockers are available on Level 1 in the Entrance Hall for daytime use. Overnight storage is not permitted; the lockers are emptied every evening.
Never leave valuables unattended
Please never leave valuables unattended. Theft does occur.
If you need to leave your seat for a short while, you can use our reservation discs to reserve your place (maximum 1 hour). Available on weekdays between 11:00 and 17:00. Please return the disc as soon as you are back.
Access card
On weekdays between 8:00 and 9:00, you need your KTH access card to enter the library. Please note that you may also be required to show valid identification.
Wireless network
The Eduroam wireless network is available throughout the library (you need an Eduroam login to connect). Visitors can use the guest network; the password is available at the information desk.
Take a study break
Taking regular breaks while studying can improve both your focus and recovery.
What do you think about the library? Get in touch and let us know. It is much easier to implement improvements when we have feedback from visitors about what works well and what could be improved.
