Is the library currently two stories, or is there another programmatic function on the 2nd level that you will not be touching as part of your renovation? The exterior walls of the library appear to be curtainwalls, which is a wall that spans from the ground level to the roof level and is usually infilled with some sort of glazing- this one has solid glazing as well as traditional glass. have you considered removing the exterior wall and replacing it with a curtainwall that provides more light and visual interest? The wall also does not need to be flat in section.
By joeyfavaloro, Architect at 03:29 pm, 12 September 2012
Currently the library is only one story because the larger building it is a part of houses not only some classrooms on the first floor but there are classrooms on the second floor including two that are directly above the library. We plan on keeping the new library one story by expanding into some open space that has no current function. As for the exterior wall that is a good suggestion; we were thinking about adding more light inside the library anyway.
By urbanfusion, Student at 09:46 pm, 14 September 2012
It seems as though your group didn't do your follow-up with Mrs. Gibson to get answers to each of your Director Assignment questions on pages 16 & 17 of the packet. Here are the unanswered questions you need to address in this tab:
Director of Exterior Building Design:
1. What are the problems with the exterior of the library?
2. What was the original intent for the space where the library now exists? (Why are there three separate areas? How have things changed since the library was built in 1950?)
3. What obstacles do people with disabilities face in the current library? (wheelchairs, blind people, people who can't hear, etc.)
Director of Interior Building Design:
1. How do students collaborate around technology in the existing space?
2. What kinds of flooring, entries/exists, doorways exist in the space?
3. What kinds of windows are used for natural light and air flow?
4. What kinds of shelving and storage is there?
5. Where is the librarian's office and check-out station and how effective is it?
6. How do students print in the library?
Director of Interior Decor Design:
1. What types of seating are used in the library? (main room, reference room, computer lab)
2. What type of lighting is used in the library?
3. What types of window treatments are used?
4. How is artwork displayed in the library?
5. What is the color of the walls (paint) in the existing space?
Director of Landscape Design:
1. What types of plants/trees are in and around the library?
2. According to administration, what costs the most for landscaping?
3. How would a piece of public art and a water feature benefit the library?
Director of Community Relations:
1. In what ways could the library become a small community center for residents after school hours?
2. What kinds of spaces do students and teachers need in a library?
3. According to administration, what kinds of expenses do you have to consider when opening the existing spaces to outside community groups?
4. In what ways can the community help to maintain the space?
Director of Sustainability & Energy
1. How is government involved in Green Building Standards on school campuses?
2. What does Mira Loma do to reduce their "carbon footprint"?
3. What does the San Juan Unified School District do to save energy and resources?
4. What kinds of local utilities can you partner with to support sustainability and energy efficiency?
Get these answers to improve your grade on this tab.
By bgrueneberger, Educator at 03:29 pm, 17 September 2012
Is the library going to need to be extended out into the former bike rack area to incorporate the new designs? If so, is the wall by the finances office going to merge with the new space? Elite Innovative Solutions - Mitchell Zaborski
Comments
Is the library currently two stories, or is there another programmatic function on the 2nd level that you will not be touching as part of your renovation? The exterior walls of the library appear to be curtainwalls, which is a wall that spans from the ground level to the roof level and is usually infilled with some sort of glazing- this one has solid glazing as well as traditional glass. have you considered removing the exterior wall and replacing it with a curtainwall that provides more light and visual interest? The wall also does not need to be flat in section.
Currently the library is only one story because the larger building it is a part of houses not only some classrooms on the first floor but there are classrooms on the second floor including two that are directly above the library. We plan on keeping the new library one story by expanding into some open space that has no current function. As for the exterior wall that is a good suggestion; we were thinking about adding more light inside the library anyway.
It seems as though your group didn't do your follow-up with Mrs. Gibson to get answers to each of your Director Assignment questions on pages 16 & 17 of the packet. Here are the unanswered questions you need to address in this tab:
Director of Exterior Building Design:
1. What are the problems with the exterior of the library?
2. What was the original intent for the space where the library now exists? (Why are there three separate areas? How have things changed since the library was built in 1950?)
3. What obstacles do people with disabilities face in the current library? (wheelchairs, blind people, people who can't hear, etc.)
Director of Interior Building Design:
1. How do students collaborate around technology in the existing space?
2. What kinds of flooring, entries/exists, doorways exist in the space?
3. What kinds of windows are used for natural light and air flow?
4. What kinds of shelving and storage is there?
5. Where is the librarian's office and check-out station and how effective is it?
6. How do students print in the library?
Director of Interior Decor Design:
1. What types of seating are used in the library? (main room, reference room, computer lab)
2. What type of lighting is used in the library?
3. What types of window treatments are used?
4. How is artwork displayed in the library?
5. What is the color of the walls (paint) in the existing space?
Director of Landscape Design:
1. What types of plants/trees are in and around the library?
2. According to administration, what costs the most for landscaping?
3. How would a piece of public art and a water feature benefit the library?
Director of Community Relations:
1. In what ways could the library become a small community center for residents after school hours?
2. What kinds of spaces do students and teachers need in a library?
3. According to administration, what kinds of expenses do you have to consider when opening the existing spaces to outside community groups?
4. In what ways can the community help to maintain the space?
Director of Sustainability & Energy
1. How is government involved in Green Building Standards on school campuses?
2. What does Mira Loma do to reduce their "carbon footprint"?
3. What does the San Juan Unified School District do to save energy and resources?
4. What kinds of local utilities can you partner with to support sustainability and energy efficiency?
Get these answers to improve your grade on this tab.
Is the library going to need to be extended out into the former bike rack area to incorporate the new designs? If so, is the wall by the finances office going to merge with the new space? Elite Innovative Solutions - Mitchell Zaborski