At least in the US, the minimalistic design style where things are "cold and bright" is called "Scandinavian Design", which makes it rather appropriate for Hels

At least in the US, the minimalistic design style where things are "cold and bright" is called "Scandinavian Design", which makes it rather appropriate for Helsinki. Personally, I like the style and find it more cheerful than the dark wood and stone "Victorian" style that is traditional to libraries.