Laie is a pioneering cultural bookshop, seamlessly combining books and gastronomy. Located in the heart of the Eixample, it occupies two floors of calm, carefully curated spaces: shelves filled with literature, philosophy and design mingle with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Natural light, gentle quiet and inviting nooks encourage visitors to lose themselves at leisure or be drawn to a contemporary art magazine. Book launches and workshops are also held here, offering a peaceful setting for reading, conversation or simply to be.
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It opened in 1980, becoming one of the first in Barcelona to combine bookshop and café, housed in a characteristic Eixample building with a layout that includes a terrace and an inner courtyard.
At Laie, visitors can discover first editions and out-of-print books that are unavailable in the mainstream chains.
More than a bookshop, Laie offers a quiet sanctuary for those who consider that design begins with the spine of a book.
