FOLIE TO BUILDING- Presentation Design

Projection from the South East

The presentation helped resolve and clarify many features of the library that had been fuzzy to this point. In particular, the dimensions and floor space devoted to different functions were all resolved in greater detail... but not us much detail as was truly required. 

North-South section through center

South Elevation

Intensity of use varies with level

 More elements of the folie have been extracted and included in the design at this point. The entry with its stair provides a chance to include the major element of the folie, and the tubular lifts allow a recurrence of the slippery-slide theme.

Tube lifts hark back to the slippery slide of the folie

The distinctive glass block material of the folie is incorporated into the stair design

Ground Floor

Otherwise, the concept of a layered learning environment was expanded. The design now included three levels and a more open plan. There is a greater mix of interior and exterior spaces appearing at irregular places within the design.

First Floor

Precise uses of floor space have not been resolved, but general use and intensity has. The building proceeds from open to the public (and the elements) on the ground level, up through a highly interactive level with ablutions and offices, and with the middle floor being similar to a conventional modern library.

Second Floor

 Access revolves around the main stair that rises from the undercroft, as well as two tube lifts to either side. A fire exit is installed in the South West Wall, which is least accessible to the other exits.

Third Floor

The third floor is intended as the quite study and paper book area. Creating an interesting space that encourages quiet study is the main challenge here.