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SUBMISSION PDF (FULL WORK)

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These are the measurements for the recessed lightings I used for my design. 

https://www.residentialproductsonline.com/what%E2%80%99s-most-important-thing-know-about-recessed-lighting

Recessed lighting are easy and affordable to install. Since the library normally closes at 5.30pm it won’t be needing too much light. The existing windows are pretty big and lets in a lot of natural lighting already so the lights might only be used on gloomy days.

WHERE TO GET IT: https://www.lightplan.co.nz/products/commercial/indoor/ceiling-recessed/slide3.html

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Table 1: Privacy tables, prevents people from being able to see what is on the monitor of their neighbor, and also allows each user to have their own private table space. (power plug and LED modular task light included)

Table 2: Not all the tables have dividers because I want the users to have the opportunity to interact with each other. 

When you walk in the common area, the tables against the wall on the left side have privacy dividers. On the right side are the 1st row of tables that are slightly higher than standard table height so that people on wheelchairs could access the tables easily. And for tall people to have more leg space. (762mm)

2nd row of tables are standard table heights (711mm) 

and the last row of tables against the hall wall dividers are the computer area.

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GROUND FLOOR 1:100

SECOND FLOOR 1:100

*accessible toilets

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~Some design iterations for couch area. Made an electric fireplace heater. Also thinking about warmth in temperature for the colder seasons not just the warm/cozy feeling from design elements/materials used in the space.

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REFINING.

Kids space. I used the group design element we did for my design. I noticed that the edges were a bit sharp and would be unsafe for the kid so I made the edges softer and childproof.

*no materials added on most objects, only focused on main design element 

*there will be a sign that says kids needs to be supervised at all times because its on a higher level.

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“Filipe tohi’s work is based upon the ancient Pacific Island art form of lalava(lashing) that was used for joining and binding materials together.” His work inspired me to build a design element that could symbolise the Pacificas way of art. Coloured sennits were often used to create distinct geometric patterns. He believes that lalava patterns were a mnemonic device for representing a life philosophy. 

“Lalava patterns advocated balance in daily living and were metaphorical and physical ties to cultural knowledge. By changing the scale of lines I seek to intrigue the viewer with a manipulation of space and pattern, introducing them to a "first level" and creating a desire to discover more about what they see. My work transforms the technology of the past into a modern representation of identity and experience. By using the patterns established by lalava, I express a Polynesian heritage with metaphors for that speak to the entire community.” This design element aims the same idea of intriguing the viewers to create a desire to learn more about what they see. The idea came from the patterns established by lalava and is converted to a more modern and sculpture like object.  http://www.lalava.net/

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FOCUS // WEEK 10- WEEK 12

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QUICK REARRANGEMENT

I decided that I won’t be removing the wall inbetween the old hall and library. So there will be two parts. Looking back at my old plan of having a quiet and loud space. I moved the childrens space up the mezzanine area and took out the other mezzanine so that I will only be using one elevator. I also added in an idea where a room could be Maori inspired designs.

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I researched deeper about earthquakes because of my wall concern (original plan: remove the whole wall inbetween the hall and main library) It says that open spaces are likely to get damaged during an earthquake. Remembering that this is an old building therefore I should avoid breaking a wall that could make the building fragile. As I mentioned before about load bearing walls... because some of those walls might be keeping the rest of the house standing. And I also learned that large glazed windows on one wall could make the wall fragile. I was planning on having a big glass window at the back of the library where you could see the trees but I decided I won’t go with this plan anymore. The least I could do to save and keep the structure strong of this heritage library is to avoid breaking walls. 

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EXPLORING PATTERNS

“How can we increase Māori attendance? Does it mean painting a mural on the side of building just before it opens? Or does it mean understanding the history, importance of the whenua, and in consultation with mana whenua? How can knowledge/stories be shared in a more traditional form or through te ao Māori.”

Ideas: ceiling designs, posters? events/installations that will educate the people (I still included a hall area for my design for this purposes e.g a speaker will be invited to talk about Maori history)? room divider facts (week 6 work i did, room dividers that has educational facts when you turn over the cube)? Room dividers that has Maori pattern carvings? Meaningful designs that will make people wonder and want to learn more.

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Why Plywood?

1. Plywood looks great

2. Plywood is strong 

3. Plywood is durable

4. Plywood is lightweight

5. Plywood comes in large sizes

6. Plywood covers a much bigger area

7. Plywood doesn’t split easily 

8. Plywood is great for curved surfaces

9. Plywood offers more value for your money

10. Plywood is very eco-friendly 

https://www.famitchell.com.au/10-biggest-benefits-plywood/

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“Most people enjoy an open floor plan these days, but it’s impossible to achieve that look in older homes without taking down a few walls. Since some of those walls might be keeping the rest of the house standing, it’s important to understand how load-bearing walls work and be able to identify them.“

I originally wanted to take out the wall in between the library and hall to make the library look more spacious. Having an open plan seemed like a good idea because the library is really small. But I looked into the types of wall they were using (solid urm wall etc.) and I suddenly felt unsure about taking out the whole wall. Because: 

1. I’m not sure if it's a load bearing wall

2. Old building, might collapse during an earthquake

3. It’s a wall that supports the middle part of the building

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While I was looking into companies that sells timber flooring, I came across forte flooring. They specialise in designer timber flooring, decking & wall coverings. So I decided to grab a sample of wood that I might want to use for my design. (either for the floor or furnitures)

Name: Ultra Tussock Oak (genuine European Oak) warm caramel colour