Vennesla Library and Cultural Centre by

Helen & Hard Architects

Chunky wooden ribs bend around the walls and ceiling of this
library in Norway byHelen & Hard Architectsandintegrate lighting,
bookshelves and seating.
The 27 ribs frame the outline of a double-height hall, which spans
the length of the Vennesla Library and Cultural Centre and includes
a mezzanine.
 OBSERVATION

-The large glazed faade of the Vennesla

Library fronts a spacious town square.
Neatly tucked within the buildings rather
futuristic interioris a library.
- Helen& Hard lined the central space
with a warm timber structure whose 27
curvaceous ribs bridge the ceiling,
house reading pods, hold books and form
furniture elements.
Although light travels freely through this
bright, open area, the ribs also provide
privacy. Theyrefitted with acoustically
absorbent components, which double as
air-conditioning ducts, and bent-glass
panes that cocoon visitor susing
integrated study niches.

TYPEOFINTEGRATION
Structural integration and furniture
integration
 FUNCTIONS

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KIMBELL ART MUSEUM
LOUIS I KAHN
FORTWORTH, TEXAS

Located inFort Worth, Texas, the Kimbell Art

Museum by Louis Kahn has become a mecca for all
who are interested in modern architecture. The
element of natural light is the main focus of the
design, and creates elegant spaces that are
perfectly suited for the art that it houses.
 OBSERVATIONS-

Concrete cycloid shells

separated by longitudinal
skylights. Museum has as many
moods as there are moments in
time.
Each vault has a longitudinal 3
slit at the apex: work as a
natural light fixture , filters light
through reflection, gives room a
silver glow without any glare.

TYPEOFINTEGRATION
Structural integration and source
integration
ELIZABET HARDEN STORE BY HIGHLAND
ASSOCIATES MERCHANDISE STORE IN
NEWYORK,USA
 OBSERVATIONS-

At the entry, a 14-foot high ribbon of red lacquered steel, as sleek and
shiny as a luxurious sports car, curves around beauty station displays,
and draws customers into a world of constantly changing visual delights.
To enhance the flow of space a backlit ceiling floats above the red wall,
designed to ensure direct white light and prevent merchandise and
people from appearing red. Accent lights create highlight, and createa
dialogued between exposed and concealed, rectangular and circular to
mimic the interior design layout.
Ending the storeis a towering vintage crystal chandelier shimmering over
a circular skin care table. The Elizabeth Arden store truly surrounds you
in a world of beauty, elegance and glamour.

TYPEOFINTEGRATION-
Structural integration and furniture integration.