A society’s engagement with its history is ever-changing, its expression manifesting through diverse mediums such as art and architecture. This evolution, ranging from aggressive replacement to raw preservation, eventually leans towards a refined and cultured treatment of heritage.
Architecture firm
So Song Studio
Location
Wuhan University, Hubei Province, China
Principal architect
Osbert So
Design team
Osbert So, Song Jiawei
Collaborators
Construction Drawing Team: Wang Hongxing,Cong Hui,Wu Ting,Wang Li Soft furnishing: DLD Space
Interior design
So Song Studio
Environmental & MEP
Yao Jiajia, Cheng Yuexiang, Kang Hongyang
Material
Patinated Copper, Mosaic, Portuguese tile, Stainless Steel, Bamboo, glass and African Wood
Typology
Commercial › Historical Building Renovation
I have conceptualized this project so here is the story about this beautiful project. Step into serenity at this modern library, where Tadao Ando’s influence meets cozy ambiance. The curved wooden bookshelves seamlessly blend with circular stairs and arched windows, creating a sense of organic flow.
Project name
Spiral Library
Architecture firm
Studio Afshari
Location
Portland in state of Oregon in USA
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Zahra Afshari
Design team
Studio Afshari Architects
Visualization
Zahra Afshari
Typology
Public › Specialized and Academic Library
Imagine stepping into a green library in Rio de Janeiro, where complex and orderly layers of design create a serene haven for knowledge and nature lovers alike. This architectural masterpiece blends the beauty of natural elements with intricate design, creating a space that feels both expansive and intimate.
Architecture firm
Green Clay Architecture
Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Design team
Green Clay Architecture
Visualization
Green Clay Architecture
Typology
Educational Architecture › Library
This project is located in a historical and cultural block in Shaoxing, renowned as Wang Xizhi’s Native Place. The construction includes the improvement and upgrading of the former Cai Yuanpei Square, the renovation and refurbishment of Jiemin Cinema, and the new srtuctures of Jiemin Library.
Project name
Cai Yuanpei Square and Jiemin Library
Architecture firm
Architectural Design & Research Institute of Zhejiang University (UAD)
Location
Jiefang North Road, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
Design team
Leas Architect: Hu Huifeng. Architecture: Zhang Chenfan, Zhu Jinyun, Wang Yuxuan
Collaborators
Drainage: Yi Jiasong , Cai Ang. HVAC: Pan Dahong , Li Yongmei. Electrical: Zhang Wei, Qian Kun. Intellectualization: Li Xiangqun, Yang Guozhong , Yuan Xiaonan . Decoration: Fang Yin, Kong Xiang, Ma Juan. Curtain Wall: Shi Jiongjiong, Wang Jianzhong, Xuan Zhaokang, Su Zeqi. Geotechnical: Chen Yun, Yang Qinfeng, Han Jiaming. Stage: Chi Wangang, Chen Yong, Chi Jiabei. Economy: Chu Qianbo, Zhang Ying, Sun Wentong, Zhang Guodan. BIM Design: Ren Wei, Shu Yu. EPC: Fang Chaojun, Zhou Huiyang, Wu Jianquan, Bei Sijia. Exhibition Design: Shanghai Art-Designing Co., Ltd.
Landscape
Wu Weiling, Wang Jietao, Zhang Chi, Wu Di, Yao Haiyan, Zhang Yuchen, Xu Feitong, Gu Jingxian
Structural engineer
Zheng Xiaoqing, Wu Xiawen, Lyu Junfeng, Chen Xu, Zhang Jie, Ding Ziwen
Lighting
Wang Xiaodong, Zhao Yanqiu, Xing Jiayi, Fu Dongming, Feng Baile, Wu Xuhui
Construction
Zhejiang Qinye Construction Engineering Group
Client
Shaoxing Cultural Tourism Group
Typology
Cultural Architecture › Library
The new Flathead County ImagineIF Library in Bigfork, Montana will bring inspiration and connectivity to a rural community, serving as a bridge connecting people to resources, technology, and opportunities for lifelong education. The project is funded by the ImagineIF Library Foundation, which is also based in Bigfork. The foundation is dedicated t...
Project name
Flathead County ImagineIF Bigfork Library
Architecture firm
Cushing Terrell
Location
Bigfork, Montana, USA
Principal architect
Shawn Pauly, Elizabeth Zachman
Design team
Design for Freedom Research Committee: Jessica Murray, Jill Lee, Elna Albano, Jessica Earp
Collaborators
Interior Design: Cushing Terrell (Jessica Murray); Contractor: Martel Construction; Civil Engineer: Cushing Terrell (Dave Aube); Structural Engineer: Cushing Terrell (Caleb Erb); Mechanical Engineer: Cushing Terrell (Michael DeStefano, Gene Cantley); Electrical Engineer: Cushing Terrell (Deanna Schenk); Landscape: Cushing Terrell (Wes Baumgartner); Lighting: Cushing Terrell (Deanna Schenk); Acoustical Engineer: Big Sky Acoustics (Sean Connolly);
Visualization
Renderings: Cushing Terrell
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Educational Architecture › Library
Parallel Studio, is proud to announce the opening of Mariam’s Library, Zanzibar’s newest educational resource center, situated in the village of Mwanyanya. This initiative, undertaken as part of Parallel’s Gives Program, signifies the firm's commitment to giving back to both local and global communities.
Project name
Mariam’s Library
Architecture firm
Parallel Studio
Location
Mwanyanya, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Photography
Nassor Othman
Principal architect
Mai Al Busairi
Typology
Educational › Library
A custom furniture and interior design for the Pan American Charter School and Congreso de Latinos Unidos in North Philadelphia PA. The program for the new Library / Workshop for the Pan Am School called for a multi-media library, seating for individuals as well as groups ranging from 6 to 50, sometimes simultaneously, for the rapidly growing schoo...
Project name
Pan American Library / Workshop
Architecture firm
Ten to One
Location
North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Photography
Bojune Kim, Garrick Jones
Principal architect
Garrick Jones
Design team
Garrick Jones, Graciela Hodgson, Sylvia Choi, Heejin Lee
Collaborators
Intech, Inpro
Material
Abet Laminati, Carnegie
Client
Pan American Charter School and Congreso de Latinos Unidos
Typology
Educational › Community, School, Library, Workshop
This is a complex facility for a library and day service for the elderly built in a small rural town. Since the site faces a residential street and the surrounding environment is miscellaneous, windows on the perimeter were kept to the minimum necessary. This was also effective in improving thermal insulation performance and ensuring the quietness...
Project name
SQUARES in Tianshui
Architecture firm
SAKO Architects
Photography
Luo Juncai, YuMing Song
Principal architect
Keiichiro Sako
Interior design
SAKO Architects
Typology
Educational Architecture › Library + daycare
