Assignment Goal: Design a library in a small infill site located in Dupont Circle in Washington D.C.
Personal Intent: To design an efficient and open public work space, minimizing shelf footprint and maximizing floor area
Design Description: The building is structured around an open, automated library retrieval system, which also functions as the core circulatory element
Levels
Circulation
Structure
Front Elevation
Levels 1, 2, 3
Legend
1. Vestibule 2. Automated Library System 3. Main Atrium 4. Reception 5. Staff Lounge 6. Study Hub 7. Classroom 8. Machine 9. Office