rintala eggertsson architects: library in thailand

the temporary structure aims to achieve a higher quality of life with less square meters by means of simple, ecological materials.

the nearby historic open mines will be changed to serve as an open air art gallery. the new structures will be made of local wood, consisting of walkways, bridges and stopping/ viewing sites anchored to the bedrock.

nestled against a staircase that leads up to the V&A's national art library - itself a site of refuge and retreat - this free-standing wooden tower re-evaluates the concept of the 'archive'.

southeast asia continues to step up its presence on the international design scene and thailand is seeking to become a point of reference for top-quality production. known for the country's millenary culture aboundi...

by using a combination of various natural fiber such as water hyacinth strands, paper (partially color dyed), jute, etc. the weaving structure create a kaleidoscopic pattern onto the furniture objects.

continuing onwards from maritime memoirs, that capture the simple, yet sculptural shapes of the ocean, furniture collection 'earthly treasures' features shapes found in the forest, such as the whimsical form of mus...

this library in the coastal town of taltal, chile forms a cultural network by linking to the historical theater while creating a variety of internal reading atmospheres with diverse roof and ceiling heights.

the undulating exterior of this public library opens towards the sky similar to a blossoming rose, revealing a central garden.

a facade clad with locally sourced sticks creates a screen for the fully glazed interior, producing an evenly diffused natural daylight to brightly illuminate the reading spaces.