I intend to separate public and private and assign one structure to each. The private "building" will be on the West part of the Peck Slip between Water and Front St. The public "building" is placed on the East part between Front and South St. to assure the views on the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn across the East River. The "fiber" idea will be incorporated in the public "building". I see this building to have a light and airy feel to it. It will have an easy flow (circulation) with minimal obstruction to open space and views. The facade may have wood panel system which will regulate the amount of natural light that enters the building. There will be a roof top cafe. Visitors of the library will enjoy the views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn, but also visitors on the Brooklyn Bridge will be intrigued by the activity on the roof top.
The circulation in the public building will have an organic flow. The stacks will be located in the center and along the north facade. Carrels will benefit from natural lighting along the south facade.
south elevation showing how "chip" and "fiber" connect
Your sketches are beautiful, and your thought process is on the right track, but you need to describe your thoughts verbally as well as graphically.
ReplyDeleteYour thoughts of organization are lost in these multiple sketches. You have a strong idea of the organization of the two sites that you are using, and should create a separate post.
ReplyDeleteI commented on the sketches. I hope it will make some of my ideas clearer.
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