Hsinchu。Peiying Junior High School
Many students don't use the school library because of the pressure of schoolwork, even though it's a convenient and relaxing place to hang out after school. We want to redesign the library to attract more students by creating a new look and analyzing how students use the space. We plan to create different reading corners to suit each student's reading habits.
Our plan includes:
1. Creating a comfortable open space by working with the existing environment.
2. Improving the space layout to make better use of the interior.
3. Using linear design to shape the space and define its functions on three levels.
4. Using linear layout to create a sense of openness and spatial extension across multiple floors.
Strategy:
A. Semi-outdoor Reading Area:
a. This area is the main entrance to the reading room, with stairs on both sides, making it the most accessible interface. Therefore, this area is only used as a library, and the floor is covered with plastic wood flooring to match the texture of the wall. In addition, Douglas fir chairs are provided for reading, and with the view of the atrium and the abundant light from the south, this area is sure to become the brightest and freshest reading space on campus.
b. The bay window reading area serves as an interface between the semi-outdoor reading area and the indoor reading area. As an independent reading area, it is hoped that the change in elevation and the reading behavior will allow users to find their own reading space. It allows users to find a reading corner that belongs to them.
B. Library Management District:
At the entrance of the library, the wooden countertop and plastic flooring are used as the countertop.
With the image of a big tree, which is the base for triggering and leading the learning of school-age youths, and the linear lighting in the form of a big tree at the center point, the interior space of the library can be accessed from the entrance in a hierarchical manner, which serves as a guide for the whole interior space.
C. Long Table Reading Area:
This area is primarily used as a reading space and is equipped with long desks to accommodate various activities such as students' self-study, teachers' meetings, and desktop reading. The floor is 80 centimeters high, providing a comprehensive view of the entire area. The lighting fixtures, shaped like a "big tree," symbolize the spirit of learning under a tree."
D. Multimedia Viewing Area:
A single area is enclosed by a taller bookcase, which can be used as a general reading area or a multimedia playback area. Inside, the elevation of the bookcase changes naturally to form an auditorium, and benches made of Douglas fir wood are used for viewing multimedia realizations.
