A FORMER flat above Stroud Green Library looks set to be tranformed into an art studio and community centre.

Haringey Council is looking for groups and local artists to take advantage of the space in the former librarian's flat, in Quernmore Road.

It was lived in up until 1963, and for the past four-and-a-half decades has been used for storage and as a staff room for the library.

Councillor Dhiren Basu, in charge of leisure and culture, said Haringey Council is trying to make best use of the spaces it has available.

The council has suggested the four rooms, kitchen, and roof terrace, would make an ideal art studio combined with a community centre.

Negotiations are already underway with several artists, but anyone interested in renting out the space can contact the library on 0208 489 8776.