CHAPTER IX: CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT

In this chapter, it includes the researcher‘s translation of inspirations and personal

thoughts and style that serve as the core elements that is exemplified in the drawing
outputs.

9.1 Design Objectives

9.1.1 To design a library facility that will serve as a dynamic and

engaging center that is accessible for all ages of the community by
providing them with direct visual and physical access to information and
activities of the library

Considerations:

 Anthropometrics

 Public Spaces

9.1.2 To design the transformational shifts of 21st century technology

by incorporating the operational concepts of a library in a way that offers
a technically and spatially flexible framework for cutting-edge,
adaptable library operations, now and in the future

Consideration:

 Flexibility of Space

 Modern Design & Technology Integration

9.1.3 To design a library facility that will minimize the buildings

environmental impact and long-term operational cost enhances the
people‘s environmental awareness and comfort through internal and
external treatment of the library

Considerations:
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 Sustainable Principles

9.2 Design Philosophy

“Design to Articulate the Environment”

Nature is considered as the greatest architect of us all. How it is able to

incorporate various living organisms to coexist into a diverse bionetwork is still
a marvel to some of our greatest minds. Up until now, it continues to be
dynamic, ever-changing, and progressive. We humans however aren’t as open
to the idea of adaptability and change, especially now in our world today. We
want to preserve what we have now, yet we don’t act accordingly and chooses
to continue living as to what we’ve grown accustomed to, causing negative
implications to our existing environment. The natural world in our built urban
fabric is slowly disappearing and we become more and more detached from it
in the modern society. Similarly with our structures, we tend to lean more on
our buildings being constantly rigid and static, trying to always resist and defy
nature and time. But that shouldn’t be the case, being dynamic is more
important; the synergy between man and nature, and how it should complement
each other in harmony.

This nature-inspired approach to architecture looks at the urban landscape we

now have as a dynamic and ever-evolving ecosystem where our buildings are
treated as ‘living’ structures that operate like natural organisms in the
environment, continually increasing in diversity and resiliency over time.
Architects nowadays are obsessed with designing isolated towers and buildings,
leading to disconnected cities where the notion of shared space is being eroded.
This philosophy points out the necessity to rebuild that relationship, not only
among humans, but also with nature as well.

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with regard to environmental and social functions far into the future. Architects
have made architecture far too complex. We need to simplify it and use a
language that everyone can understand. And with that in mind, we can now
slowly see a whole world of beauty and wonder to explore with nature as a
design tool. We design to please the senses, articulate the environment, and
transcend what has already been established

9.3 Design Concept

URBAN COMMUNITY LIVING ROOM: A Dynamic Symbiosis of Man

and his Environment

Architecture is continuously being redefined, from being a place of shelter to

being a system as to how we utilise our spaces. Similarly, library typology is
continually changing and adapting to differing social conditions and developing
technologies. The concept breaks down the classic notion of a library being
merely a central repository for book storage and protection. It aims to create a
synthesis between the natural and artificial world, fostering a dynamic and
sensorial atmosphere both within and outside the library. Conventional borders
between interior and exterior activities are stripped down in place of social and
public spaces that isn’t just considered as a learning ground but is also a space
that reflects the technical and cultural changes taking place in our present
society. It will redefine the library as a hub of social interaction that promotes
both passive and active learning, while at the same time being a vibrant,
multipurpose destination for the community to mix and collaborate.

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9.4 Design Considerations

 Anthropometrics

Sizes of fixtures, furniture, and rooms should be designed accordingly

with the users need for their safety and accommodation.

 Public Spaces

The building and the site will have spaces that can be used for public
performance, leisure activities, entrepreneurial business, and
educational facilities.

 Flexibility of Space

The spaces in the library should be able to accommodate future

expansion and can be converted for different activities.

 Modern Design & Technology Integration

The building should be designed in such a way that fits the current and
future standards to be on par with the international community. The
library will also use technology tools in general space for education in
order to allow users to apply computer and technology skills to learning.

 Orientation & Landscape

The project should be properly oriented according to standards to

maximize natural day lighting and ventilation. There will also be a lot
of open areas and greeneries so that the environment can be appreciated
by the user while studying, reading, and researching.

 Sustainable Principles

The library shall integrate sustainable design to have an energy efficient

building that can lessen the maintenance cost of the facility.

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