Nature of the project & case
studies
DONE BY: INSTRUCTORS:
Amal Mohammad, Rayan Safwat, Dr. Y. ALBETAWI, Dr.A. SHARIF
Lina Thabet, Sara Abu Dalbouh, Dr. M. AL-Sukkar, Arch. M. Al-Baik
Reema Yaser, Reem Nizar
Nature of the project Case 1 Case 2
case 3 Case 4
A public library
is a library that is accessible to the general public and is
funded by public sources, such as local government or
taxes.
It is typically open to all
members of the
community, regardless of
age, background, or
socio-economic status.
Architectural design for
public libraries aims
to create a space that is
conducive community
functional welcomin
to learning engagement
g
Type of
libraries
Public Academic National Digital
librarie libraries libraries libraries
s
Borrowing service:
Loan of
Electronic
Lending Lending visual periodicals Interlibrary
and equipment
books audio materials loan loan
magazines
Reference
services:
SERVICES answer the
questions
provide
information
Direct users
to sources of
information
Preparing
bibliographic
lists
Text
translation
PROVIDED BY
THE LIBRARY Other services:
Providing Providing Selling
places for printing and books and Organizing Providing
studying and photocopying printed cultural Internet
reading services materials events services
Educational
services:
Providing Organizing Providing Giving
training workshops in help in presentations
courses in the field of writing on
using the scientific research information
library research sources
Standards
Standards for disable
General Safety Measures:
SAFETY the importance of following library rules. include not running
inside, keeping noise levels down, and not bringing food or drinks near
books and computers. knowing where the exits are and keeping an eye
on
personal belongings.
FIRE SAFETY:
Handrail design:
The standard height is usually around 36 to 38
inches (91 to 97 cm).
The grip should be soft and comfortable to
hold, and free of any burrs or sharp edges.
ensure that the surfaces of stairs are non-slip
to prevent falls.
Emergency Preparedness:
the role of library [Link] librarians and security guards are there to
help. the importance of following staff instructions and remaining calm
During an emergency.
Earthquakes: -Earthquake resistant
Office furniture
Use strong and durable -Install shelving and
building materials such as Equipment -Emergency
reinforced-concrete-steel. lighting-Emergency exits
Lighting
• Natural Lighting
• General or Ambient
Lighting
• Task Lighting
• Accent Lighting
• Aesthetic Lighting
• Emergency Lighting
distributing lighting fixtures
• Uniformity
• Task-specific Lighting
• Layered Lighting
• Flexible Design
• distributing lighting fixtures
History of public libraries
Timeline
Ancient Libraries Middle Ages
(3rd millennium BCE - 5th century CE): (5th century - 15th century):
Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome
• clay tablets. Archives
Monasteries and religious institutions
• papyri scrolls. served as
• Manuscripts. Accessible to
libraries monks and
scholars
Renaissance and Early Modern Period
The House of Wisdom in Baghdad
(15th century - 18th century):
• major intellectual center in the
Islamic Golden Age.
invention of the printing press
• housing a vast library and
facilitating translation and
establishment of private libraries among the wealthy elite. preservation of ancient texts.
The first true public library in Europe Modern Public
the Bibliotheca Marciana,
manuscripts Libraries
and printed (19th century - present):
books driven by the ideals of education, literacy, and social reform.
only to scholars. later Library of the British Museum
to the general public
The Public Libraries Act of 1850 in
forms
the United Kingdom marked a
significant milestone,.
ranging from small community evolved from repositories of offering a wide range of
reading rooms to large urban printed materials to dynamic resources, services, and
institutions. hubs of lifelong learning, programming
circulation • Way finding Elements
• Clear Pathways
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Central Core
• Open Sightlines
• Aesthetic Considerations
• Accessibility
treatments for sustainable public library
Renewable Energy Sources AND
• Green Building Design Efficient Transportation
(biophilic design)
• Natural Light
• Views of Nature
• Indoor Greenery
• Natural Materials
• Water Features
• Outdoor Spaces
• Biomorphic Forms and Patterns Waste Reduction and
Recycling
Promote environmental education
and awareness through programming
and outreach efforts
• energy-efficient technologies
Digital Resources and Technology
Integration
THEMES AND COLORS
Nature and Sustainability Community and Diversity
Feelings: Feelings:
Calm, grounding, and Welcoming, vibrant, and
rejuvenating. inclusive.
• evoke the natural world. • create a sense of warmth and
• promoting a sense of belonging.
harmony. • fostering connections and
• connection with the celebrating the diversity of
environment. the community.
Imagination and Creativity Technology and Innovation
Feelings: Feelings:
Joyful, imaginative, and playful Dynamic, futuristic, and
• inspire creativity and energetic.
exploration. • reflect the spirit of
• sparking the imagination and innovation and creativity.
encouraging free expression. • inspiring curiosity and
exploration in technology-
driven environments.
Literary Heritage Wellness and Mindfulness
Feelings: Feelings:
Timeless, elegant, and Tranquil, peaceful, and
nostalgic. nurturing.
• evoke a sense of tradition. • promote relaxation and
• reverence for literature. mindfulness.
• celebrating the cultural. • creating a serene atmosphere
heritage of the community conducive to self-care and
THEMES AND COLORS
Local History and Heritage Adventure and Exploration
Feelings: Feelings:
Rooted, nostalgic, and proud. Exciting, adventurous, and daring.
• These colors evoke a sense of • These colors evoke a sense of
connection to the past. curiosity and wonder.
• honoring the heritage and • igniting the spirit of exploration
traditions of the local community and discovery
Global Connections Education and Lifelong
Learning
Feelings: Feelings:
Dynamic, inclusive, and Optimistic, inspiring, and
celebratory. empowering.
• These colors symbolize the • These colors inspire a love of
interconnectedness of the learning and intellectual
world. curiosity.
• fostering a spirit of unity and • fostering a sense of optimism and
appreciation for cultural possibility for personal growth
diversity. and development
Sustainability
Architectural
treatments
Distinctive Façade Materials
Modular
Design
brick, stone, wood, glass, or
Elements
metal
Iconic
Entrance
Architectural Details
and Ornaments
Daylighting, Fenestration
and Vertical Fenestration
Landscaping and Site
Integration
Scale and
Proportion
human Reading Areas
experience
Monumental Scale
Entry Spaces
Study Rooms and
Carrels
Central Halls
or Galleries
Children's Spaces
Community
Gathering
Spaces
Technology Zones
Special
Collections or
Archives
Human Scale
how can the funder of the project
make a profit from a public library?
Enhanced Property Tourism and Cultural
Values Tourism
Community
Development
Corporate Sponsorships
and Partnerships
Retail or Café
Services
Event Rentals and
Space Leasing
Grants and Funding
Opportunities
construction techniques that are used
to build a public library using double
volume
Structural Foundation
Framing Design
Fire and Earthquake
Safety Measures
Roof
Trusses or
Natural Beams
Lighting Vertical
Supports
Mohammed Bin Rashid Library
Location : UAE / Dubai
Architects :Foster and
Partners
Area : 54000 m2
Concept : Shaped like the
rehl, the traditional
book rest for the Holy
1.5 MILLION 54 Thousand 21 MILLION
Print and digital books Square-meter Space Titles and videos
The Mohammed Bin Rashid
Library Comprises Ten
Main Library Collections:
❑ The General Library
❑ Young Adult Library
❑ Children’s Library
❑ Information Centre
❑ Map And Atlas Library
❑ Media And Arts Library
❑ Business Library
❑ Emirates Library
❑ Periodicals Library And
A Special Collections Library
Mohammed bin Rashid Library uses the latest
artificial intelligence and library technologies.
Define the huge virtual intelligent
entrance by kid-sized white
reality return robot who will
creating a shelter shelving
and short walls
screen help you help you
that prepare the find a book you
need
person to enter
Automated Modern
Return security with ACCESSIBILITY PHOTOGRAPHIC
And Storing accessibility in TECHNOLOGY LIBRARY
mind
Mohammed bin Rashid Library uses the latest
artificial intelligence and library technologies.
self
self SMARTSHELF
services SMARTSHELF
BORROW AUTO BOOK
services
solutions BORROW STORE
solutions
Blending CHILDREN’S DIGITAL
Tradition TECHNOLOGY COLLECTION
with Tech
Site
N
Wind Direction
Accessibilit
y
Dubai
Festiva
l City
Mall
Mohammed
Bin Rashid Dubai
Cree
Library
k
BASMENT FLOOR PLAN
SCALE 1:500
WC
ENTARNC
PRAYER ROOM E
PARCKING ACCESS
VERTICAL HORIZONTAL CIRRCULATION
CIRCULATION (STAIRS ,
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
SCALE 1:500
N
General Library
Library Cafe
Auditorium
Children’s Library
Information Laiprary
LIBRARY CAFE WC ENTARNC
AUDIOTURIUM VERTICAL E
HORIZONTAL CIRRCULATION
CIRCULATION (STAIRS ,
FIRST FLOOR PLAN
SCALE 1:500
N
Media and
Arts Library
Young Adults
Library
Double Volume
ViSual Connection
Maps and
Atlases
Art and media library WC offices Library
VERTICAL CIRCULATION LIBRARY CAFE
Young adult library (STAIRS , ELEVATORS)
Maps and Atlases Library Horizontal CIRCULATION
SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR PLAN
SCALE 1:500
N
Study Rooms
Private Collections Library
WC
VERTICAL CIRCULATION
(STAIRS , ELEVATORS)
Horizontal CIRCULATION
Double Volume
FOURTH AND FIFTH FLOOR PLAN
SCALE 1:500
N
Conference
Rooms
Putting water under the skylight to provide
ventilation and soundscape for the reader
Conference rooms
Central core
Wc
VERTICAL CIRCULATION
Private study rooms
Horizontal CIRCULATION
SIXTH AND SEVENTH FLOOR
SCALE 1:500
PLAN N
Double Volume ( UP-DOWNE
) Relationship
❑ adjust the size of the room
❑ lighting can help to create a
unique and impressive space.
❑ give the impression of a larger
space,
❑ energy efficient, with tall
ceilings allowing natural
light to enter the space and
reducing the need for
artificial lighting.
❑ Visual connection
Emirates Library
Business Library
Lobby
WC
VERTICAL
CIRCULATION (STAIRS ,
Exhibition
ELEVATORS)
Elevation solar heat gain and glare. The
use of advanced materials and
facade treatments may help
regulate interior temperatures
and optimize natural light while
minimizing energy consumption.
Aluminums
❑ Glass
❑ Composite
Materials
Skylight ❑ Sustainable
ribbon windows Materials
Stone
Solid : 60 %
Void : 40%
Structural System
there is concrete structure
from the basement to third
floor level
The roof structure is designed to
provide shelter and protection from
the elements while complementing the
architectural aesthetic of the building.
It may consist of beams, trusses, also
skylights or other opening to introduce
natural
light into
there is concrete
the interio
Commenting on the MEP structure from the
r spaces.
systems used in the building basement to third floor
level
Environmental Treatments
Passive design strategies are
utilized in libraries to enhance
natural ventilation, daylighting,
and thermal comfort,
incorporating strategic
building orientation, shading
devices, and thermal mass.
Renewable Energy Integration:
The library may incorporate
renewable energy
technologies, such as solar
panels, to generate onsite
electricity and reduce reliance
on grid
high-efficiency LED fixtures and
occupancy sensors and daylight
dimming systems to reduce energy
consumption and provide
adequate illumination for users.
deep foundation system
The construction of
buildings involves the use
of piles or caissons to
evenly distribute the
building's weight into the
ground.
energy-efficient
lighting
Landscap
e
Outside, a small
amphitheatre which will be
put to great use during the
winter season in Dubai with
views overlooking the Creek.
Thoughtful landscaping and design
of public spaces around the library
create welcoming outdoor
environments for visitors to relax,
socialize, and engage with the
surrounding urban fabric
