L’ESAGANO
THE HEXAGON
shape as grid
The concept of my design adopts the idea of Renaissance architecture using geometric shape as a grid in hexagonal patterns. This form serves two purpose: 1) to disperse; and 2) To unify. The first element utilizes books stacks that purpose to disperse and divide areas, creating “private moments” within the public space of the library. The second element similarly utilizes book stacks that purpose to unify, creating “communal” moments within the public space of the café and reading area. Furthermore, the reading area transforms into a multi-functional flexible space that houses extra-curricular activities, lectures, and special events. Not only is this practical and cost-efficient, but beneficial to the local community, students, and tourists of Florence, Italy. The hexagonal form serves not only to create boundary within the historic structure, but natural accessibility and circulation into other spaces. There are my benefits to be gained from the use of space grid structures, including structural efficiency, reduced deflections, integration of services, resilience, ease of construction, and regularity. My design emphasizes shape as grid using hexagonal geometry to define space, function, and program; creating a beautiful library, café, and hybrid reading space. Welcome to L’esagano!
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CAD • SKETCHUP • PHOTOSHOP ILLUSTRATOR 6 WEEKS
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