The Library Team’s Favourite Reads 2025

As the year comes to an end, the team is delighted to share four books that truly stood out for us. Ranging from art and architecture to technology, environment and permaculture — there’s something here for every curious reader:

🎨 Grégoire – Calatrava Art by Nick Mafi (2024)

A striking immersion into the visual universe of Santiago Calatrava, architect and artist known for his spectacular creations.

“I am impressed by people who are able to express their vision of the world and of humanity through different artistic angles.” – Grégoire

🔗 Swisscovery link
📍 Call number: ART AE CALA MAF

🏗 Céline – Béton: enquête en sables mouvants by Alia-Kenza Bengana, Claude Baechtold & Antoine Maréchal (2024)

A captivating journey into one of the most widely used materials on the planet. From the Sahara to the Alps, this investigation reveals the hidden side of concrete — its impacts, contradictions and global reach.
A powerful and thought-provoking read, capable of shaking our certainties… and perhaps even our foundations.

🔗 Swisscovery link
📍 Call number: GEN CD 02 BEN

🤖 Victoria – Hello World: How to Be Human in the Age of the Machine by Hannah Fry (2018)

Mathematician Hannah Fry (University College London) explores the promises and pitfalls of algorithms with clarity, wit and scientific rigour. Mobility, art, healthcare, justice… A brilliant and accessible tour of how machine logic shapes our world — still highly relevant today.

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📍 Call number: GEN BB FRY

🌿 Marie-Catherine – The Permaculture Garden by Huw Richards (2025)

A practical and inspiring guide to cultivating differently — season after season — with a sustainable and generous approach to gardening. Perfect for dreaming of home-grown harvests… even in the middle of winter.

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📍 Call number: GEN CF RIC