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Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan

Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Bronse in Callitic Tlacauhtli ihuan Tlanextilizpan Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.


BronseCallitic· 2025

Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli

by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan

Client: MisoSoupDesign

Mahuizolli A' Design Award Bronse Winner in Callitic Category

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The Design

About Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli

Ahmomalacayo Tlaixmatiliztli in ītech ce amoxcalli ical, tlacatlan Taipei Altepetl. In tlahtolli āmāyōtl (ahmomalacayotl) tequitl motēmachtia ītech in tlachihualiztli. Coltic tlamantli quīxmachtia in nēnepapan tlamantin, in achi tapaxcallitzitzin tequitih quen tlapiyaloyan, ic mocehuiliztli, ihuan tlamantin tlatzacuayotl, ic in nemayan quīzaz tlapohuic ihuan cualli motta cē ihuicpa occē. Coltic tapaxcaltin ihuan tlahuilli mimilihuiliztli quinehnemitiah nenemiliztli. Ce coltic tequizcalli motlachixtia ihuicpa in huei calaquiztli ītech tlanepantla, inic in amoxtemachtiani hueliti quīxmatiz nohuian nēnhuecatlan. Ce ihxaxaca ic huehueyac coltic amoxpetlatl, ce tlaixquetzaloni ihuan ce tlaixnēxtiloni, quichīhua ce tlapechtli inic momachtiliztli ihuan tlachihualiztli.

The Recognition

About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Bronse

Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Bronse, hueyi tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in cualli tlachihualli in motenehua ipampa yancuic tlamantli, tlamatiliztli ihuan ixtlamatiliztli. In quicuicah Bronse ca tlachihualli in quipia toltecayotl ihuan quinextia in cenca miac nemiliztli ihuan tlamatiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli ca tlazohtli tlamantli, mahuiztic ihuan cualli. Ni dizayno in quicuic Bronse quipia cualli toltecayotl ihuan quitta in tlen tepiton. Ripple of Knowledge Tlahtolli Amoxcalli Ical Tlachihualli quipaquiltia in tlacah ihuan quitlamahuiztiltia in intlanequiliz.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The library is an essential space for sparking children's curiosity and enriching their imagination. Here, children absorb knowledge through reading, embarking on an infinite journey of thought and discovery. As times evolve, modern school libraries are no longer just repositories for books; they have transformed into dynamic spaces for creativity and diverse learning experiences.
Dimensions & Packaging
1.Work Area:
The curved counter is positioned directly opposite the main entrance and located centrally within the overall space. This setup allows the librarian to oversee all areas of the library effectively, ensuring smooth management and flexibility.
Stage Area:
The library’s corner is transformed into a stage area by using long curved bookshelves along with a projector and screen. This arrangement not only makes the library more versatile but also serves as a space for teaching and events, enhancing its role as a dynamic learning environment.
Information Area:
Tablets are provided for students to access library catalogs. These devices also serve as supplementary teaching tools during class, integrating technology into the learning process.
Tags
Library, Renovation, School Interior
Production Technology
The space is constructed with pre-fabricated shelf at the factory and finished with on-site carpentry.
Design Challenge
We envision the Ripple of Knowledge not only as a space for focused reading but also as a hub for sparking children's curiosity, inspiring creativity, and broadening their horizons. Here, every child can experience the power of knowledge, set ripples in motion, and carry this energy into the wider world.
Research
Throughout their learning and growth, children go through a continuous cycle of listening, reading, absorbing, and speaking. Knowledge flows like droplets of water falling into the lake of their minds, creating ripples that spread outward. When these ripples meet, they generate new energy, ultimately converging into a powerful force that can influence themselves and the world around them.
Inspiration
In terms of spatial design, the concept of ripples serves as the central theme. Curved elements are used to define different zones, while low-height cabinets function as storage, seating, and space dividers, maintaining a sense of openness and visual continuity. The curved cabinets and flowing light strips create a natural, fluid circulation path, establishing an airy and relaxed rhythm within the space.
Project Duration
The project started in March 2024 in Taipei City and completed in September 2024
Operation Flow
Bookend A - Ripple
Inspired by the spatial concept of "ripple," this bookend is made of water droplet-shaped, translucent acrylic engraved with two types of concentric ripples. When two bookends overlap, they create a complete ripple effect, symbolizing the spread of knowledge.

Bookend B - Dragon Ball
The "Dragon Ball" bookend represents the imagery of a "dragon" and also symbolizes Longshan Elementary School. The combination of the dragon ball with the cloud symbolizes how reading can elevate and inspire individuals, just like riding the "Magic Cloud" to soar through the skies.
Team Members
Jenny Yeh
Hao Sung

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