neighbourhood’s edge children’s library + teens’ space
materials
concrete and glass in contrast to the existing stone and in context with the concrete/plaster of the neighbourhood. glass: natural lighting+reduced visual weight connection
the alley and ramp as the link between the existing and new structures
the house library space
city’s edge library spaces + cafe
the active court outdoor playground for children and adults
the forum outdoor stage+reading
the house reinterpreted vertical elements of the facade represent the facets of the house horizontal bookshelves/shading represent the rows of stone: books as the new building block
the terraces seating/observation platforms leading to lower levels. visual link with the city
level -1// area: 480 m2 site plan
a- collection space and archives
b- cafe
c- services
d- mechanical/electrical
0.00 level // area: facade > floor the vertical concrete louvres of the facade become the green and illuminated stripes on the pavement
a- house library main collection space
b- newspaper and periodicals
c- teens’ collection
d- digital resources/PC stations
e- children’s library
level +1// area: 475 m2
a- main reading area
b- study space
c- teens space
