lacoste + stevenson: marrickville library competition
one of three shortlisted entries, the curvilinear building blends architecture with the natural australian landscape.
‘marrickville library competition entry’ by lacoste + stevenson architects all images courtesy of lacoste + stevenson architect
australian architecture practices lacoste + stevenson and DJRD have submitted one of three shortlisted entries for
the new marrickville library competition. with a strong reference to the surrounding australian scenery, the design blends structure
and landscape. contrasting the linear qualities of the former hospital and surrounding heritage buildings,
the proposal focuses on the curvilinear roof, planted with tall prairie grasses.
the new marrickville library competition. with a strong reference to the surrounding australian scenery, the design blends structure
and landscape. contrasting the linear qualities of the former hospital and surrounding heritage buildings,
the proposal focuses on the curvilinear roof, planted with tall prairie grasses.
high amounts of natural light and comfortable furniture give the interior offer a domestic setting, making the community feel more at home.
this is a response to the changing functions of libraries in general both from a service, technological and communication perspective.
this is a response to the changing functions of libraries in general both from a service, technological and communication perspective.
the competition is targeting a perfect six on the green star rating scale.
street view
the curvilinear lines of the building contrast the former hospital
interior view
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floor plan / level 1
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