Winding Forest Library
Project Type: Institutional
Area: 5,245 sq.ft.
“Curve” serves as the design concept for this children’s library, symbolizing the cycle of life and the organic beauty of nature. The space is envisioned as a world of exploration and imagination, where reading and learning help children enrich the circle of their lives. Flowing lines shape a warm and inviting atmosphere, allowing young visitors to wander freely, immerse themselves in a sea of books, and experience both the wonder of nature and the comfort of a thoughtfully crafted space.
Adjacency Metrix
Relationship Diagram
1. MAIN ENTRRY
2. CUBBIES & STROLLER PARKING
3. RECEPTION
4. WAITING AREA
5. BOOK RETURN & FIXING ROOM
6. MAGAZINE AREA
7. PARENTS’ LOUNGE
8. INFANT CORNER
9. INTERACTIVE LEARNING ROOM
10. READING AREA 1
11. READING AREA 2
12. QUIET ZONE
13. DIGITAL STATION
14. UNIVERSAL WASHROOM
15. UNISEX WASHROOM
16. JANITOR’S CLOSET
17. STAFF ROOM
18. EMPLOYEE OFFICE
19. STORAGE
20. ADMINISTRATIOR OFFICE
The quiet zone offers a private space for children who need it, designed as two combined egg shapes which gives a sense of hug feeling.
Reading Area 1 features custom bookshelves that incorporate seating within the shelves. Reading Area 2 includes a long bookshelf with two round built-in seats with a large seating grounp in the center for interaction.
The younger children’s reading area is enclosed by curved bookshelves and walls, creating a mountain-like, safe space for easy supervision.
