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The Public Library At West Sansom Library Design Within Culture and Context of West Center City Philadelphia Logan Dry - Design VI - Professor Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012
The Public Library At West SansomLibrary Design Within Culture and Context of West Center City Philadelphia
Logan Dry - Design VI - Professor Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012
ContentsRationalization
Library Furniture- Integrated Stack Study
Library Design
Site Analysis
Design Intent
Programming
Structural Systems
Exterior Envelope and Intersections
Entry Sequence
Moving Towards A Resolution
Final- The Public Library At West Sansom
This compilation shows the process behind developing architecture from an initially intangible idea, into something tangible with realized potential. Given the program of a public library, to be designed on the Western boundary of Center City in Philadelphia, site context, building skin, and structural systems became the main focus of the semester. In particular, the circulation through the neighborhood and into the site itself via Sansom Street became the driving force behind my design; it shaped not only the building form, but from there skin and structural responses that emphasized this strong circulation. Being a tectonic studio, the work Ive developed shows how structure can influence the character of building, and in effect create meaningful moments within a space. This project is one in which the realities of structure and skin were integral to the design process from the beginning , rather than applied elements at the end that ultimately had little significance to the architecture. The Library at West Sansom Street is a culmination of two distinctly juxtaposed structural systems, that along with the building skin, work to address the unique pedestrian quality evident on Sansom Street.
Library Furniture- Integrated Stack StudyRationale: Design a piece of furniture to be used in a library--primary components and considerations include a seat, work surface, and storage for books and belongings. Consider also the tectonic aspects of how the materials and components come together to make the unit, and how the furniture unit can be used alone or in groups.
George Nelson- 4658 DeskTotal design is nothing more or less than a process of relating everything to everything. - George Nelson
The addition of a drop leaf element turns this conventional desk into an L-shaped workstation, which coincides with the possible layout of an employees office equipment to comfortably and efficiently complete a task. An employee can type, edit, secure, and file a document simply by turning the body; all of these possibilities are within an arms reach.
Leather- Desktop
Walnut- Desk body
Steel- File Drawer
Materials Palette
The use of sliding motion allows access to storage on the top shelf and steel file drawer. Both operate without interfering with the task at hand and the user.
Nelsons desk design 4658 recognized the importance of accomodating the way a person worked before the concept of ergonomics existed. The desk takes into consideration the need for easy accessible filing, storage, andlocation for typewriters, phones, and office support materials of the day. Hence, the design of the desk was the result of an intended task at hand; form was the direct result of function.
George Nelson, an architect by trade, became one of the forerunners of functional furniture design in the 1950s. His designs were based on the idea that furniture was built for specific rooms, to serve specific functions of the user, task at hand, and time spent using each piece. He designed the Platform Bench for an office space taking into account the need for people to rest and sit things on a surface in an office lobby. The rigid design and construction of wood was therefore chosen to create a durable piece that was meant for someone to sit on only momentarily or as a catchment area for belongings.
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Work cycle- A document
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Start
1. Type2. Secure/Group3. Utensile/Edit storage 4. Hand Edit/Prepare5. File/Retrieve
1/2=1 1/2=1 1/2=1Plan Front Elevation Side Elevation
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Piano Hinge Detail
Dropleaf Detail
Sliding File Detail
Drawer Track Detail
Logan Dry - Fatema Kanji - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012
George Nelson- 4658 DeskTotal design is nothing more or less than a process of relating everything to everything. - George Nelson
The addition of a drop leaf element turns this conventional desk into an L-shaped workstation, which coincides with the possible layout of an employees office equipment to comfortably and efficiently complete a task. An employee can type, edit, secure, and file a document simply by turning the body; all of these possibilities are within an arms reach.
Leather- Desktop
Walnut- Desk body
Steel- File Drawer
Materials Palette
The use of sliding motion allows access to storage on the top shelf and steel file drawer. Both operate without interfering with the task at hand and the user.
Nelsons desk design 4658 recognized the importance of accomodating the way a person worked before the concept of ergonomics existed. The desk takes into consideration the need for easy accessible filing, storage, andlocation for typewriters, phones, and office support materials of the day. Hence, the design of the desk was the result of an intended task at hand; form was the direct result of function.
George Nelson, an architect by trade, became one of the forerunners of functional furniture design in the 1950s. His designs were based on the idea that furniture was built for specific rooms, to serve specific functions of the user, task at hand, and time spent using each piece. He designed the Platform Bench for an office space taking into account the need for people to rest and sit things on a surface in an office lobby. The rigid design and construction of wood was therefore chosen to create a durable piece that was meant for someone to sit on only momentarily or as a catchment area for belongings.
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Work cycle- A document
End
Start
1. Type2. Secure/Group3. Utensile/Edit storage 4. Hand Edit/Prepare5. File/Retrieve
1/2=1 1/2=1 1/2=1Plan Front Elevation Side Elevation
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Piano Hinge Detail
Dropleaf Detail
Sliding File Detail
Drawer Track Detail
Logan Dry - Fatema Kanji - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012
George Nelson- 4658 DeskTotal design is nothing more or less than a process of relating everything to everything. - George Nelson
The addition of a drop leaf element turns this conventional desk into an L-shaped workstation, which coincides with the possible layout of an employees office equipment to comfortably and efficiently complete a task. An employee can type, edit, secure, and file a document simply by turning the body; all of these possibilities are within an arms reach.
Leather- Desktop
Walnut- Desk body
Steel- File Drawer
Materials Palette
The use of sliding motion allows access to storage on the top shelf and steel file drawer. Both operate without interfering with the task at hand and the user.
Nelsons desk design 4658 recognized the importance of accomodating the way a person worked before the concept of ergonomics existed. The desk takes into consideration the need for easy accessible filing, storage, andlocation for typewriters, phones, and office support materials of the day. Hence, the design of the desk was the result of an intended task at hand; form was the direct result of function.
George Nelson, an architect by trade, became one of the forerunners of functional furniture design in the 1950s. His designs were based on the idea that furniture was built for specific rooms, to serve specific functions of the user, task at hand, and time spent using each piece. He designed the Platform Bench for an office space taking into account the need for people to rest and sit things on a surface in an office lobby. The rigid design and construction of wood was therefore chosen to create a durable piece that was meant for someone to sit on only momentarily or as a catchment area for belongings.
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2
3
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Work cycle- A document
End
Start
1. Type2. Secure/Group3. Utensile/Edit storage 4. Hand Edit/Prepare5. File/Retrieve
1/2=1 1/2=1 1/2=1Plan Front Elevation Side Elevation
12
2
Piano Hinge Detail
Dropleaf Detail
Sliding File Detail
Drawer Track Detail
Logan Dry - Fatema Kanji - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012
George Nelson- 4658 DeskTotal design is nothing more or less than a process of relating everything to everything. - George Nelson
The addition of a drop leaf element turns this conventional desk into an L-shaped workstation, which coincides with the possible layout of an employees office equipment to comfortably and efficiently complete a task. An employee can type, edit, secure, and file a document simply by turning the body; all of these possibilities are within an arms reach.
Leather- Desktop
Walnut- Desk body
Steel- File Drawer
Materials Palette
The use of sliding motion allows access to storage on the top shelf and steel file drawer. Both operate without interfering with the task at hand and the user.
Nelsons desk design 4658 recognized the importance of accomodating the way a person worked before the concept of ergonomics existed. The desk takes into consideration the need for easy accessible filing, storage, andlocation for typewriters, phones, and office support materials of the day. Hence, the design of the desk was the result of an intended task at hand; form was the direct result of function.
George Nelson, an architect by trade, became one of the forerunners of functional furniture design in the 1950s. His designs were based on the idea that furniture was built for specific rooms, to serve specific functions of the user, task at hand, and time spent using each piece. He designed the Platform Bench for an office space taking into account the need for people to rest and sit things on a surface in an office lobby. The rigid design and construction of wood was therefore chosen to create a durable piece that was meant for someone to sit on only momentarily or as a catchment area for belongings.
1
2
3
45
Work cycle- A document
End
Start
1. Type2. Secure/Group3. Utensile/Edit storage 4. Hand Edit/Prepare5. File/Retrieve
1/2=1 1/2=1 1/2=1Plan Front Elevation Side Elevation
12
2
Piano Hinge Detail
Dropleaf Detail
Sliding File Detail
Drawer Track Detail
Logan Dry - Fatema Kanji - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012
Study of the George Nelson 4658 Desk shows attention to materiality and function. The use of 3 primary materials, each applied to a surface with a defined use, begins to denote portions of the desk for writing, storage, filing, and typing. The desk demonstrates the importance of tectonic assembly as a means to create a functional and ergonomic workspace.
Library Furniture- Integrated Stack Study
(Top) Explorations of how work surface, shelving, and seating could be combined in a single modulated unit.
(Left) Idea of shelving and curved work surface. Multi-tiered shelving goes up to 6 in height.
(Above) Study of physical circulation through the stacks in a typical library. Linear circulation is typical, but by rotat-ing the stacks and making them diagonal and criss-cross in form, the circulation path is more ambiguous, starts to rede-fine the stacks of a typical library.
(Left) The all in one furniture unit. The aim of the design was to create a unit that was integrated with typical book stacks, the idea being that the user could literally sit within the stack at their own personal study unit.
Requirements of storage, a work surface, bench, and electric/AV equipment fit seemlessly into the mid height integrated stack furniture unit.
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The mid height design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
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4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
Integrated Stack Study
Plan
Section- Unit Closed Sections- Unit Open
Unit- Exploded Axon
Open Axonometric
Closed Axonometric
Plan
Side ElevationAxonometric
Side Unit Exploded Axonometric
Piano Hinge- Dropleaf Desktop Notched Track Seat to Shelf Connection
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1
3/4=1 3/4=1
3=13=1
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University - Spring 2012 2-0
5-0
18 1836
6-0
1-10
30
1-10
14
3-0
30
Front Elevation3/4=1
20
3-6
1-10
10 12
30
Bench/Shelving Unit Arrangements
1
2
3
4
5
6
Stainless Steel Shelving- Adjustable Slide Bracket 3=1
2x10x1 Solid Steel Bracket
1/2diameter welded steel pegs
2width x 1/8 thick Plated Brass
3/8 SolidBrass PinRemoveable
(16)1-1/2 woodscrews/ hinge
The module seeks to create a shelf for a user within the typical shelves designated for books, forming a corresponding relationship between the user of the module and the books in the library. Just as the books have their place on the shelf, the user has a defined spot within the integrated shelf/bench units. The midheight design, created by two shelf units and open desk, create a sense of privacy without completely isolating the individual user from the rest of the library atmosphere and users.
(Top) Bench unit has a 2 sided geometry that speaks to both the linear nature of the stacks and the contours of the human body.
(Right) Axonometric views of the unit as it comes apart into moveable components. Also shown is the unit when closed or not in use, versus the open or in use position.
(Bottom) Various configurations of the bench units independently as banquette seating and mid-height book shelving.
Site AnalysisRationale: Given a site within the western bounds of Center City Philadelphia, analyze the surrounding neighborhood and context. Develop site strategies that take into account the users of the proposed library and how the architecture will adress surroundings businesses/residences. Massing and formal exercises should include: Site circulation, Community analysis, and Program analysis as it relates to the site.
CULTURE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
Time Line- South 24th & Samson St Philadelphia PA 19103
1860
1808
1962
Philadelphia Glass Works opens
Wharfs built for small industrial use/shipping
Chestnut St. Bridge Completed
1866
Ferry Service connects both sides of the Schuylkill River Banks
Site not developed
1893
24th St. Station Opened1888
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Industrial Yards
Second connection of Center City and West Philadelphia
A bridge whose scale and use of cast iron made it singular in the United States and throughout the world
Walnut St. Bridge Completed
Appliance Retail center opensPost Office
Departure of Industrial, Revival of Commercial
Site
1910 Residential Response to Industry
2012
The connection of Center city and West philadelphia via 2 bridges led to the development of western Philadelphia into a mix of both residential, commerical and industrial uses.
As a result of the glass works, 24th street station and the wharfs, residential housing is built for workers and commuters
24th street station demolished, site turned into parking lot
Most commercial activity remains along chestnut and Walnut street bridges with mostly residential housing around the immediate site.
Commercial Shift, Residential Remains
Apartment tower built1979
Old appliance building remodeled into officespace
2006
Site remains a public parking lot
CULTURE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
Time Line- South 24th & Samson St Philadelphia PA 19103
1860
1808
1962
Philadelphia Glass Works opens
Wharfs built for small industrial use/shipping
Chestnut St. Bridge Completed
1866
Ferry Service connects both sides of the Schuylkill River Banks
Site not developed
1893
24th St. Station Opened1888
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Industrial Yards
Second connection of Center City and West Philadelphia
A bridge whose scale and use of cast iron made it singular in the United States and throughout the world
Walnut St. Bridge Completed
Appliance Retail center opensPost Office
Departure of Industrial, Revival of Commercial
Site
1910 Residential Response to Industry
2012
The connection of Center city and West philadelphia via 2 bridges led to the development of western Philadelphia into a mix of both residential, commerical and industrial uses.
As a result of the glass works, 24th street station and the wharfs, residential housing is built for workers and commuters
24th street station demolished, site turned into parking lot
Most commercial activity remains along chestnut and Walnut street bridges with mostly residential housing around the immediate site.
Commercial Shift, Residential Remains
Apartment tower built1979
Old appliance building remodeled into officespace
2006
Site remains a public parking lot
CULTURE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
Time Line- South 24th & Samson St Philadelphia PA 19103
1860
1808
1962
Philadelphia Glass Works opens
Wharfs built for small industrial use/shipping
Chestnut St. Bridge Completed
1866
Ferry Service connects both sides of the Schuylkill River Banks
Site not developed
1893
24th St. Station Opened1888
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Industrial Yards
Second connection of Center City and West Philadelphia
A bridge whose scale and use of cast iron made it singular in the United States and throughout the world
Walnut St. Bridge Completed
Appliance Retail center opensPost Office
Departure of Industrial, Revival of Commercial
Site
1910 Residential Response to Industry
2012
The connection of Center city and West philadelphia via 2 bridges led to the development of western Philadelphia into a mix of both residential, commerical and industrial uses.
As a result of the glass works, 24th street station and the wharfs, residential housing is built for workers and commuters
24th street station demolished, site turned into parking lot
Most commercial activity remains along chestnut and Walnut street bridges with mostly residential housing around the immediate site.
Commercial Shift, Residential Remains
Apartment tower built1979
Old appliance building remodeled into officespace
2006
Site remains a public parking lot
CULTURE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
Time Line- South 24th & Samson St Philadelphia PA 19103
1860
1808
1962
Philadelphia Glass Works opens
Wharfs built for small industrial use/shipping
Chestnut St. Bridge Completed
1866
Ferry Service connects both sides of the Schuylkill River Banks
Site not developed
1893
24th St. Station Opened1888
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Industrial Yards
Second connection of Center City and West Philadelphia
A bridge whose scale and use of cast iron made it singular in the United States and throughout the world
Walnut St. Bridge Completed
Appliance Retail center opensPost Office
Departure of Industrial, Revival of Commercial
Site
1910 Residential Response to Industry
2012
The connection of Center city and West philadelphia via 2 bridges led to the development of western Philadelphia into a mix of both residential, commerical and industrial uses.
As a result of the glass works, 24th street station and the wharfs, residential housing is built for workers and commuters
24th street station demolished, site turned into parking lot
Most commercial activity remains along chestnut and Walnut street bridges with mostly residential housing around the immediate site.
Commercial Shift, Residential Remains
Apartment tower built1979
Old appliance building remodeled into officespace
2006
Site remains a public parking lot
1860
1808
Philadelphia Glass Works opens
Wharfs built for small industrial use/shipping
Chestnut St. Bridge Finished1866
Ferry Service connects both sides of the Schuylkill River Banks
24th St. Station Opened
1888
Residential Commercial IndustrialIndustrial Yards
Second connection of Center City and West Philadelphia
Appliance Retail center opens.
Site
24th street station demolished, site turned into parking lot
Apartment tower built
1979
The connection of Center city and West Philadelphia via 2 bridges led to the development of western Philadelphia into a mix of both residential, commercial and industrial uses.
As a result of the glass works, 24th street station and the wharfs, residential housing is built for workers and commuters.
Most commercial activity remains along chestnut and Walnut street bridges with mostly residential housing around the immediate site.
Old appliance building remodeled into office space
Site remains a public parking lot
CULTURE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
CHILDREN, PARENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS With the departure of major industry, the area has become populated with young adults and professionals commuting to University City across the river. With Greenfield elementary school and several daycare services in the immediate neighborhood, there is a significant population of 6-12 year olds in or coming into the area. The close proximity to center city as well as University city and UPenn also attracts recent college graduates and professors that seek short term housing.
USER GROUP RESPONSE As a result of the mixed demographic in the area, the public library needs to have a space dedicated specifically to children. The library will provide a safe environment for afterschool activities; located only a block away from the school it is ideal walking distance for a child to undertake.
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Mutter Museum of College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Beacon Center for Children
Sidney Human Medical Center
Lutheran Church of the Hole Communion
Philadelphia Shakespear Theatre
Senior Care for Center City
Greenfield Albert M School
Wine School of Philadelphia
First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia
Sweat Fitness Center
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Education related establishments
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Children and Parents coming from surrounding neighborhood, and Center City for schooling and Davcare services
Young professionals, and gollege grads from University City and UPenn
Children and Parents coming from surrounding neighborhood, and Center City for schooling and Davcare services
Young professionals, and gollege grads from University City and UPenn
1. Mutter Museum of College of Physicians of Philadelphia
2. Beacon Center for Children
3. Freire Charter School
4. Lutheran Church of the Whole Communion
5. Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre
6. Sidney Human Medical Center
7. Senior Care for Center City
8. Albert M. Greenfield Elementary School
9. Wine School of Philadelphia
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Locust str
Chestnut str
Sansom str
John F. Kennedy Blvd
Market str
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24th str
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St James str
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Ludlow str
Ludlow str
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Armory str
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Moravian str
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Mutter Museum of College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Beacon Center for Children
Sidney Human Medical Center
Lutheran Church of the Hole Communion
Philadelphia Shakespear Theatre
Senior Care for Center City
Greenfield Albert M School
Wine School of Philadelphia
First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia
Sweat Fitness Center
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Freire Charter School
Education related establishments
Churches
Health related establishments
Education related establishments
Churches
Health Establishments
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
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Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
CLIMATE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
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Summer SunWinter Sun Summer Sun Study
Spring/Fall Sun Study
Winter Sun Study
SOLAR CONDITIONS The site provided a unique challenge in that it is located between two taller buildings; inhibiting the amount of natural light exposure due to shadows. During the winter, building A casts a large shadow over the underlying site. During the spring and fall equinoxes the shading effects of building A are not as severe, allowing for a moderate amount of light to reach the site. In both cases, the eastern and south western ends of the site have primary exposure to sunlight.
DAYLIGHTING STRATEGIES Low sun angles and tall buildings that surround the site allow for little to no light to penetrate facades; any primary source of daylight must be collected from overhead. Initial design concepts focused on making a centralized atrium with shading devices to control and moderate sunlight entreing the space.
Roof concept aimed at directing very small slit of light into the atrium space; as the day progressed, the light would shift to highlight most used programmatic spaces within.
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
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estn
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St.
Wal
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San
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Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
Ch
estn
ut
St.
Wal
nu
t St
.
San
som
St.
Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
Ch
estn
ut
St.
Wal
nu
t St
.
San
som
St.
Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
CLIMATE
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
N
Summer SunWinter Sun Summer Sun Study
Spring/Fall Sun Study
Winter Sun Study
SOLAR CONDITIONS The site provided a unique challenge in that it is located between two taller buildings; inhibiting the amount of natural light exposure due to shadows. During the winter, building A casts a large shadow over the underlying site. During the spring and fall equinoxes the shading effects of building A are not as severe, allowing for a moderate amount of light to reach the site. In both cases, the eastern and south western ends of the site have primary exposure to sunlight.
DAYLIGHTING STRATEGIES Low sun angles and tall buildings that surround the site allow for little to no light to penetrate facades; any primary source of daylight must be collected from overhead. Initial design concepts focused on making a centralized atrium with shading devices to control and moderate sunlight entreing the space.
Roof concept aimed at directing very small slit of light into the atrium space; as the day progressed, the light would shift to highlight most used programmatic spaces within.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
Ch
estn
ut
St.
Wal
nu
t St
.
San
som
St.
Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
Ch
estn
ut
St.
Wal
nu
t St
.
San
som
St.
Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
Ch
estn
ut
St.
Wal
nu
t St
.
San
som
St.
Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
CONTEXT
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA
DESIGNER: Logan Dry
DATE BUILT: TBA
PUBLIC LIBRARY THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM STREET
The geography of the land creates a unique site condition in that the site is located below two main bridges/roadways: Chestnut and Market streets. The lack of physical connection between main streets and the site make it more conected to the immediate neighborhood, also defining the site as one geared towards pedestrian foot traffic. The location, although seemingly cut off from main sources of users, achieves a relatively quiet atmosphere with a connection to the Schuylkill River bank development.
LOCAL, ACCESSIBLE LIBRARY Within the context of the neighborhood, there are 8 libraries; however, most of them house only private or specialized collections like the UPenn Medical and Sciences library. The closest local, free and diverse library is the Free Liibrary of Philadelphia--2 miles away from the immmediate neighborhood. The distance and hassle to plan a trip to the library in some cases discourages users from going, however, by creating a library that is right down the street, it will become a regularly visited resource.
IDEAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
24th St.
Chesnut St.
Sansom St.
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
24th S
treet
Walnut StreetWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnutt SSSSSSSSSSSSSStttttttttttttttttrrrrrrreeeeet
Vehicular traffic
Pedestrian traffic
(Top) Westbound Vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Walnut Street, creating a disconnect from the site.
(Middle) Similar to Walnut Street, Eastbound vehicular traffic is elevated above the site on Chestnut Street.
(Bottom) Significant foot traffic is evident on Sansom Street; the two way street terminates at the site.
Site
Ch
estn
ut
St.
Wal
nu
t St
.
San
som
St.
Left, local libraries in the neighborhood. Right, free or diversified local libraries.
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Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
Site
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
Local Libraries Free, or accessible Libraries
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PUBLIC LIBRARY AT WEST SANSOM
Sansom street is filled with various shops, schools and entertainment venues, creating an area heavy with foot traffic. The site sits at the end of Sansom street, and will play an integral part to the completion of the avenue of activity
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Educational/Church
Healthcare
Entertainment
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Extend Avenue of Activity into the Library
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
Site
Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
Local Libraries Free, or accessible Libraries
View down Sansom street at the proposed entry of the library. The entry and atrium space to follow directly lines up with the street.
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PLAN- Just as the street serves as the activity axis in an exterior condition, the atrium, aligned with Sansom street, serves as the activity axis within the interior condition of the library.
SECTION- Rather than terminate at an empty parking lot, the energy, activity, and pedestrian traffic is extended into the library program via the central atrium. The procession, starting from street level and moving progressively upward, emphasizes not only the geometry of the street, but also University City and Center city views.
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Sansom Street
Design IntentCreate a Beacon Within the Community in the Form of a readily accessible library-- creates a distinct identity within the neighborhood. The idea of a beacon is to draw attention to something, it is an icon. Since residents of the neighborhood do not have a locally accessible/convenient library, the resource is not used. By creating a library that is essentially a destination point at the termination of the Avenue of Activity the library will become a more frequented place.
ProgrammingRationale: Arrange and mass out program based upon site and contextual analysis. Program is defined, placement and adjacencies are suggested to be finally determined. Also consider sun conditions, views, and access points.
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Retail/Restaruant
Educational/Church
Healthcare
Entertainment
San
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Extend Avenue of Activity into the Library
Chesnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. Foot
Site
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Walnut St. Vehicle vs. Sansom St. FootSite
Local Libraries Free, or accessible Libraries
Site Program FormPR
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Browsing
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Mtg
1400SF
Circulation
1130SF
Fiction900SF
Reference Hub1950SF
Periodicals500SF
Non
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Friendsbookstore500SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
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Y-adult650SF
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center500SFG
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Refcollection
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AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
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Children's Library2330SF
Administration
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StaffWork
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GeneralBuilding
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Mtg
1400SF
Circulation
1130SF
Fiction900SF
Reference Hub1950SF
Periodicals500SF
Non
Fiction2000SF
Friendsbookstore500SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
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stairs
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enR
eading800SF
Refcollection
800SFStudy800SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Children's Library2330SF
Administration
1110SF
StaffWork
Room
1200SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
media670SF
GeneralR
eading700SF
stairs
Scheme #1- First Floor
Section
Scheme #2- First Floor Second Floor Section
Mass Mass Section
Mass
Scheme #3- First Floor Second Floor Third Floor Mass
Site Program FormPR
OC
ESS
Browsing
420SFPublic
Mtg
1400SF
Circulation
1130SF
Fiction900SF
Reference Hub1950SF
Periodicals500SF
Non
Fiction2000SF
Friendsbookstore500SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Y-adult650SF
HW
center500SFG
enR
eading800SF
Refcollection
800SFStudy800SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Children's Library2330SF
Administration
1110SF
StaffWork
Room
1200SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
media670SF
GeneralR
eading700SF
stairs
Scheme #1- First Floor
Section
Scheme #2- First Floor Second Floor Section
Mass Mass Section
Mass
Scheme #3- First Floor Second Floor Third Floor Mass
Site Program FormPR
OC
ESS
Browsing
420SFPublic
Mtg
1400SF
Circulation
1130SF
Fiction900SF
Reference Hub1950SF
Periodicals500SF
Non
Fiction2000SF
Friendsbookstore500SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Y-adult650SF
HW
center500SFG
enR
eading800SF
Refcollection
800SFStudy800SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Children's Library2330SF
Administration
1110SF
StaffWork
Room
1200SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
media670SF
GeneralR
eading700SF
stairs
Scheme #1- First Floor
Section
Scheme #2- First Floor Second Floor Section
Mass Mass Section
Mass
Scheme #3- First Floor Second Floor Third Floor Mass
Site Program FormPR
OC
ESS
Browsing
420SFPublic
Mtg
1400SF
Circulation
1130SF
Fiction900SF
Reference Hub1950SF
Periodicals500SF
Non
Fiction2000SF
Friendsbookstore500SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Y-adult650SF
HW
center500SFG
enR
eading800SF
Refcollection
800SFStudy800SF
AtriumAtrium
Entry250SF
stairs
stairs
Children's Library2330SF
Administration
1110SF
StaffWork
Room
1200SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
GeneralBuilding
Services1100SF
media670SF
GeneralR
eading700SF
stairs
Scheme #1- First Floor
Section
Scheme #2- First Floor Second Floor Section
Mass Mass Section
Mass
Scheme #3- First Floor Second Floor Third Floor Mass
Site Program FormPR
OC
ESS
Study- Atrium Vs. Mezzanine
Typical Atrium space- Visual engamement of space only, limited to Ambulatory Circulation, seperated spaces.
Atrium with platforms, bridges, and physical engamement, more dynamic circulation leads to integrated spaces.
Site Program FormPR
OC
ESS
Study- Atrium Vs. Mezzanine
Typical Atrium space- Visual engamement of space only, limited to Ambulatory Circulation, seperated spaces.
Atrium with platforms, bridges, and physical engamement, more dynamic circulation leads to integrated spaces.
Site Program FormPR
OC
ESS
Study- Atrium Vs. Mezzanine
Typical Atrium space- Visual engamement of space only, limited to Ambulatory Circulation, seperated spaces.
Atrium with platforms, bridges, and physical engamement, more dynamic circulation leads to integrated spaces.
(Below) Diagrams showing the common limitations of an atrium...visual engagement only but in essence it is all wasted vertical space.
(Right) The solution proposed it putting program and walk able spaces within the atrium space...the atrium is no longer just visually engaged, but also physically inhabited at multiple levels.
The physical engagement of the Atrium, in both Library circulation and program placement, seeks to emulate the active and processional qualities of Sansom street, the Avenue of Activity.
(Top) Diagrams examining program arrangement in section. With an entrance on the middle floor, the louder sections of the library are located downstairs, while the quiet more private areas are located on the 2nd and third floors.
(Left-Right) Placement of initial massing on the extreme back and front of the site. Both examine initial ideas of program surrounding an atrium or open space as the continuation of Sansom street.
(Top) The idea of integrating activity and inhabitable space into the atrium is first manifested through a series of suspended reading platforms. Initially conceived as 14 x 14 floating islands in the middle of a triple height space, they provided a usable space, but were disconnected from the mezzanine program space.
(Left) As the idea of the floating platforms progressed the structure of the atrium would have to be fortified to not only support the atrium itself, but also the programmatic platforms floating in the space.
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Circulation throughout atrium
Ambulatory circulation around
atrium
Massing and initial schemes that show program spread from mezzanine areas into the atrium space in the center. The atrium space acts as a datum for the program to latch onto reinforcing the idea once again of the atrium being an extension of Sansom Street. The curving form seeks to extend Sansom Street, but break away from the linear geometry established by the typical street grid.
Structural SystemsRationale: Design a structural system to support the building including wall, roof, and flooring systems. Structure must be exposed in at least two areas on the interior of the building. While being evident on at least one public facade, the structural solution should begin to create a hierarchy of space and program as well as establish a specific character of the building.
PROJECT CONCEPTSKahn sets new concepts such as symmetry, clear separation between public spaces and service spaces and a new vocabulary based on the triangle and the circle. The triangle as a figure appears on the stairs and as structural concept in the construction of the triangulated waffle slabs.
PROJECT INTENTCreate a sense of uninterrupted horizontal continuity, expressed through the repetition of a modulated, undulated concrete ceiling system. This system was designed to be both aesthetically interesting, but also functional eliminating the need for a false ceiling.
PROJECT STATS4 floors of gallery space totaling 62,000 sq ft
Primary building materials:Concrete, brick, limestone, steel and glass
Designed as an addition to 2 previous buildings that held art collections.
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University 2012
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
SITE RESPONSEDesigned as an addition to the previous art museum on campus, the new building by Kahn was designed to be the main entrance. Although the building was architecturally unlike other buildings on campus, the material choice of brick and limestone cladding is reminiscent of the buildings already on campus.
CONTEXT/NATURAL LIGHTThe entire North facade of the building is composed of a glass curtain wall, oriented to the north west it lets in enough natural light to penetrate the perimeter of the space without damaging artwork and sculpture located deeper within the museum.
KAHN BUILDING SWARTWOUT BUILDING STREET HALL
Permanent Collection
Temporary Collection
Curator Study
Education
Teaching Gallery
Circulation
Works on Paper Study room
4 StandardBrick
12 Site Cast Concrete
8 Thick Limesone Course
Flashing
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Sun orientation- curtain wall placement Indirect gallery lighting
PROJECT CONCEPTSKahn sets new concepts such as symmetry, clear separation between public spaces and service spaces and a new vocabulary based on the triangle and the circle. The triangle as a figure appears on the stairs and as structural concept in the construction of the triangulated waffle slabs.
PROJECT INTENTCreate a sense of uninterrupted horizontal continuity, expressed through the repetition of a modulated, undulated concrete ceiling system. This system was designed to be both aesthetically interesting, but also functional eliminating the need for a false ceiling.
PROJECT STATS4 floors of gallery space totaling 62,000 sq ft
Primary building materials:Concrete, brick, limestone, steel and glass
Designed as an addition to 2 previous buildings that held art collections.
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University 2012
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
Precedent analysis of the structuring system in Louis Kahns Yale Art Museum addition revealed how a structural system can be modulated, and through the modulation, create a system that influences the interior and character of the space. The exterior of the building shows specific responses to the surrounding campus context as well as the sun patterns. Hence, the main structure is masonry and concrete.
PROJECT CONCEPTSKahn sets new concepts such as symmetry, clear separation between public spaces and service spaces and a new vocabulary based on the triangle and the circle. The triangle as a figure appears on the stairs and as structural concept in the construction of the triangulated waffle slabs.
PROJECT INTENTCreate a sense of uninterrupted horizontal continuity, expressed through the repetition of a modulated, undulated concrete ceiling system. This system was designed to be both aesthetically interesting, but also functional eliminating the need for a false ceiling.
PROJECT STATS4 floors of gallery space totaling 62,000 sq ft
Primary building materials:Concrete, brick, limestone, steel and glass
Designed as an addition to 2 previous buildings that held art collections.
Logan Dry - Design VI - Prof. Chung - Philadelphia University 2012
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
FLOOR SLAB
CONCRETE TETRAHEDRON UNITS
AIR OUTLET BETWEEN TETRAHEDRONS
METAL SUPPORT CLIPS
ACOUSTIC PANELS ELECTRICAL CONDUIT
OAK FLOORING
TERRAZZO
3-6
6
6
636
36
AIR CONDITIONING DUCT
STEEL FRAMING AT WINDOW
Voids for systems placement
TETRAHEDRAL SLAB SYSTEMIn order to maintain an open floor plan, Kahn used a system of precast concrete pyramids to create a reinforced floor slab system. The units, measuring approximately 36 in diameter, carry point loads from the slab, and triangulates the forces downward, onto the surrounding tetrahedrons. The grided layout of the units creates voids where HVAC ducts, electrical lines, and spot lighting can be concealed. The entire floor assembly is 3 feet deep, and reduces the overall ceiling height, channeling air through both the cavity and the finished spaces below. The webbed forces are then carried down to the ground through a series of concrete columns, eliminating the need for load bearing walls.
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
FLOOR SLAB
CONCRETE TETRAHEDRON UNITS
AIR OUTLET BETWEEN TETRAHEDRONS
METAL SUPPORT CLIPS
ACOUSTIC PANELS ELECTRICAL CONDUIT
OAK FLOORING
TERRAZZO
3-6
6
6
6
36
36
AIR CONDITIONING DUCT
STEEL FRAMING AT WINDOW
Voids for systems placement
TETRAHEDRAL SLAB SYSTEMIn order to maintain an open floor plan, Kahn used a system of precast concrete pyramids to create a reinforced floor slab system. The units, measuring approximately 36 in diameter, carry point loads from the slab, and triangulates the forces downward, onto the surrounding tetrahedrons. The grided layout of the units creates voids where HVAC ducts, electrical lines, and spot lighting can be concealed. The entire floor assembly is 3 feet deep, and reduces the overall ceiling height, channeling air through both the cavity and the finished spaces below. The webbed forces are then carried down to the ground through a series of concrete columns, eliminating the need for load bearing walls.
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
SERVANT VS. SERVEDThe layout of program on each floor reflects Kahns idea of service spaces and public spaces. Kahn designed the spaces much like Mies Van Der Rohe, in that it was to serve as a universal space, with only small areas of service being located in small core locations. The gallery spaces are only interrupted by bathroom facilities and stair tower, located at the spot on each level.
TRIANGULATED PROPORTIONSKahn exploited the triangle as the primary geometry used throughout his building. The overall proportions of the space follow a 2 to 1 ratio. In order to define the stairs as a point of circulation on each level, he creates a circular stair shaft into which triangular stairs are circumscribed. This juxtaposition of linear and curvilinear geometry happens only once, and the move denotes circulation. The 4 storey stair stack also relates to the idea of human finitude, moving from the top floor downwards being symbolic of entering a dimly lit abyss.
SERVED
SERVANT
Width- Length Proportion
1:2
1
1 1
First Floor Fourth Floor
The tetrahedral coffered ceiling system used on the interior serves two purposes-- creating large uninterrupted gallery space with only a columns, and creating a floor/ceiling system that can be fully integrated with electrical and mechanical systems.
The repeated precast concrete tetrahedral unit by itself is simple, but when combined and modulated the ceiling system creates a added layer of depth to the ceiling plane.
Yale Art Museum- Louis KahnDate: 1951-53Location: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut
ATMOSPHERE, CHARACTER OF SPACEThe tetrahedral lattice effect created by the slab system creates an illusion of movement within the ceiling; the shadow and light creating an extra level of texture and depth to the space. The lattice is self supportive, and thus a minimal amount of columns are needed to support the structure, allowing for moveable partition walls to be used for art display. The exposed concrete remains neutral and allows for all the attention to remain on the colorful artwork or sculpture. The vast expanse of horizontal space can serve as one space, or divided up into smaller rooms within the room with the partition walls. The design truly serves as a universal space, and can be configured in almost any way to accommodate an exhibit.
Diagrams showing possible lateral bracing in the atrium space. Various scenarios show a system of horizontal floor slab bracing, x-bracing, chevron bracing, and open web truss bracing at the roof line. In addition to the trusses and bracing, the mezzanines begin to act as a type of flying buttress to support the central space.
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STRUCTURAL AXON1/16- 1
ARCH- COLUMN LATERAL BRACING 1-1/2-1
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Entry Vestibule
Friends Bookstore
BrowsingNew Books
CirculationCirculation Desk Circulation
Services
Non- Fiction
Technology Center
Non- Fiction
Restrooms
Periodicals
tionFic
SECOND FLOOR FRAMING PLAN1/8- 1
READING PLATFORM/MEZZANINE TENSION CABLE SUPPORT SYSTEM
1-1/2- 1
An active structural system in the atrium space contrasts a more austere and plain concrete structuring system on the mezzanines. The articulation of the steel arches in the atrium create an interplay of shadow and light, creating an intricate and articulated structuring system to emulate the activity and action happening in the space.
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STRUCTURAL AXON1/16- 1
ARCH- COLUMN LATERAL BRACING 1-1/2-1
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RUC
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blic Meeting & Multipurpose RoomPu
Entry Vestibule
Friends Bookstore
BrowsingNew Books
CirculationCirculation Desk Circulation
Services
Non- Fiction
Technology Center
Non- Fiction
Restrooms
Periodicals
tionFic
SECOND FLOOR FRAMING PLAN1/8- 1
READING PLATFORM/MEZZANINE TENSION CABLE SUPPORT SYSTEM
1-1/2- 1
Initial structuring for mezzanine platforms and reading spaces. The specially designed and pivoting connection points allow the suspension cables to fit the exact angle when the platforms are suspended. To the left is a structural axon in which the primary lateral bracing and structure consists of steel framing grid.
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Section Light Study, Atrium Provides Light to supporting mezzanine spaces
Arch Pergola Structure denoting atrium structuring at Sansom Street Entrance
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Atrium View, Looking Towards Entry Vestibule
Non -Fiction and Technology Area
Childrens Reading NookAtrium View from Circulation DeskChildrens Library
Exterior Envelope and IntersectionsRationale: Design a building skin that is both responsive to the overall design intent as well as surrounding site context. Skin should reinforce the character of the space. Consider how the skin interacts with the structuring systems as well as internal program denotation. Design the intersection of the facade and structure to have an approximate R-value of 25, and no more than 30% of the building skin can be composed of glazing.
Facade studies examining the relationship of panel size, placement, and repetition to the program within, and the effects on the exterior of the facade.
Further development of book case system yields into precast concrete panels with book shelf and glazing inserts. The use of each insert reflects the programmatic needs of the space within. The goal was to denote, on the exterior through the book units, the concentration of books pertinent to each library program space.
Clear book case display unit to be used at friends bookstore.
Ground Floor-Skin & Program
Childrens Library-Low Shelving-Shelving inverted inward to create seating areas-Low Glazing allows for coustom kid friendly views
Base Unit
10
Public Meeting-Minimal light needed for presentations and movies, indirectlylocated up towards the ceiling for sidelight
Ground Floor-Circulation
Young Adult-Magazine sized, primarily takes advan-tage of 3rd floor views with more glaz-ing units that books to promote more lounging and casual study
Fiction/Non Fiction-Glazing and book units are evenly spaced; the gradient of shelves and glazing provides sidlighting via metal panels for the books
Reference-Ordered Stacks, small glazing in-hibits large amounts of sun from damaging materials/books
Second Floor-Skin & Program Second Floor- Circulation
Ground Floor-Skin & Program
Childrens Library-Low Shelving-Shelving inverted inward to create seating areas-Low Glazing allows for coustom kid friendly views
Base Unit
10
Public Meeting-Minimal light needed for presentations and movies, indirectlylocated up towards the ceiling for sidelight
Ground Floor-Circulation
Young Adult-Magazine sized, primarily takes advan-tage of 3rd floor views with more glaz-ing units that books to promote more lounging and casual study
Fiction/Non Fiction-Glazing and book units are evenly spaced; the gradient of shelves and glazing provides sidlighting via metal panels for the books
Reference-Ordered Stacks, small glazing in-hibits large amounts of sun from damaging materials/books
Second Floor-Skin & Program Second Floor- Circulation
The final facade system is composed of 10x 10 precast concrete panels with openings. Within each of the panels the individual glazing and book shelf units are placed. In the childrens unit the shelving is low and becomes seating for children.
Entry SequenceRationale: Design an entry vestibule/dedicated entry space. Thoroughly design the intersection of the facade and entry taking into consideration the entry zone as a climatic buffer zone. Entry should convey the programmatic goals of the interior as a transitional space from street level to the interior. Consider how pedestrians will visually and physically engage the entry way both from the street and from within the library itself.
A large stair at the entry was important in conveying the sense of exploration, as well as making a grand transition from street level of Sansom, to the second story of the library where the formal entrance is located. Making the stairs wide and exaggerated added not only to the grandeur of the entry, but it also allowed the stairs to become inhabitable space. In the final design, the entry stair is denoted as a continuation of Sansom street through a change in material, and the surrounding wider stairs become grass terraces for reading and relaxation.
Moving Towards A ResolutionWith the design process coming to an end, finalization of skin, structure and program culminate into a more cohesive project, in which a vocabulary between structure, skin, and program is clearly evident. Resolution in structural systems, and facade panels are finalized, and details such as connections between skin and structure are worked out and articulated.
SKIN/PROGRAM
Protruding Bookshelf Facade System
Silicone Gasket
8 Pre-cast concrete facade panel
1x4 Finished Wood Molding/Trim
4 Rigid Poly Iso Insulation
Finished Wood Bookshelf Casing
Aluminum Sheet Clading
Pre-cast PVC resin Composite Shelf Box
1/2 Thick Epoxy-encased Rosewood veneer panels
Built in book case units work both to give the mezzanines an added sense of weight to juxtsapose the light and delecate nature of the atrium. The precast panels also denote interior program mainly in the placement of the shelving units, and the glazed units. On the exterior the individual units begin to estab-lish a sense of scale of books and therefor the users as well.
R Value Calculation
SKIN/PROGRAM
Protruding Bookshelf Facade System
