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ying yang public library by evgeny markachev + julia kozlova
developed by evgeny markachev + julia kozlova, the public library proposal implents the use of the philosophical 'yin and yang' sign
as the form driver of the structure, symbolizing two different origins through interaction and complementarity. the concept obtains
not only the shape of the motif, but also spatially divides the space into two opposite functional nodes that complement each other
(education and communication). due to the dynamic form the edifice is visually in constant movement, designating the other zones
to be harmoniously distributed in the internal areas of the building. this feature reflects the modern intensity and information interchange,
dynamics of modern life.
the library won first place in the sustainable design category of the autodesk special prize
in the archi-world academy awards for 2011-2013.

general view

view from the other entrance

at night (main road)

scheme

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master plan

elevations

model (general views)

(upper)reading room interior/(lower)general collection room interior

children corner interior
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bjarke called: he wanted his style back!
I thought it’s from BIG.
To much BIG architects……! I like the concept behind but it does not look original to me, maybe is the representation.
This is very much Danish concept architecture with the typipcal diagrams and a physical model as a sidekick. It has been done before but I still think this is working. It´s kind of cute
The interior is open and airy like we are used to today and the scale of the whole building fits well with the surroundings. Well done!
contrived and overwrought
millions of little windows -
agree with dbkii
so BIG
Humm… That’s awkward!
I’ve created a monster