Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi by Mai Al Busairi

Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi by Mai Al Busairi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award in IJzer in Sociaal Ontwerp Competition Category.

IJzerSociaal· 2024

Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi

by Mai Al Busairi

Client: Parallel Studio

A' Design Award in IJzer Winner in Sociaal Category

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The Design

About Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi

Mariams Bibliotheek verrijkt het onderwijs voor Beit Ras School en de Mwanyanya-gemeenschap in Tanzania. Het weerspiegelt de wereldwijde welzijnstoewijding van Parallel. Het initiatief erkent niet alleen het belang van onderwijs, maar onderkent ook het potentieel ervan bij het vormgeven van levens en gemeenschappen. De bibliotheek integreert naadloos in het onderwijskader, overbrugt hiaten en baant de weg voor een betere toekomst. De impact reikt verder dan de grenzen van een fysieke ruimte, straalt positiviteit uit en wekt een passie voor leren aan die grenzen overstijgt.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in IJzer

Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi is winnaar van de A' Design Award in IJzer, een prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan goede ontwerpen die voldoen aan de professionele en industriële eisen die worden verwacht van goed ontworpen creaties. Winnaars in IJzer tonen grote vaardigheid, hoge specialisatie, deskundig inzicht en het creatieve vermogen van hun makers. Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerde, bewonderde en gekoesterde creatie te zijn die praktisch en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in IJzer heeft gewonnen, integreert de beste praktijken uit de sector en heeft bekwame technische kenmerken die verbonden zijn met knowhow en talent. Mariam's Mariams Bibliotheek door Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi wordt gerespecteerd om zijn grondigheid en is ontworpen om verbeteringen van de levenskwaliteit te bieden die helpen de wereld een betere plek te maken.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: The key concept for the development of the Mariam’s library stemmed from Parallel Studio's commitment to giving back to both local and global communities through their Parallel Gives Program. Mariam’s Library was conceived with the aim of providing enhanced educational opportunities to the people in need. The project sought to align with the curriculum while serving both Beit Ras School students and the Mwanyanya community, Tanzania – Zanzibar.
Dimensions & Packaging: The total area measures 81 square meters, featuring a slanted roof designed to facilitate rain runoff. The roof's highest point reaches 4 meters, tapering down to 3.3 meters at its lowest. Internally, the space measures 7 meters by 7 meters, while the exterior steps encompass a 9-meter by 9-meter area. Customized perforations were incorporated into the bricks to optimize interior ventilation and air circulation while also introducing a delightful interplay of shadows during daylight hours.
Tags: Kidness, Social responsibility, Giving, Determination & Persistence, Support global communities
Production Technology: Construction techniques employed in the project involved integrating traditional building methods with modern approaches to ensure structural integrity and sustainability. The principal materials such as clay bricks used, were selected to honor both the environment and local craftsmanship, prioritizing sustainability and authenticity. Nature such as rain, sun and wind played a vital role, helping to maintain sustainability efforts on track. In addition to rhino/grasshopper for the design phase.
Design Challenge: We faced a significant challenge as non-locals: every moment was critical. Our daily responsibilities encompassed design refinement, material investigation, cost evaluation, budgeting, onsite oversight, avoiding deceits and prioritizing team safety, all done in 34 days. A pivotal instance arose when a team member contracted a contagious eye disease. Prompt measures were implemented to protect the team's health and well-being.
Research: The research primarily involves close collaboration among architects, community members, and the school principal to thoroughly understand their needs and preferences. Through this collaboration, the absence of books and adequate facilities emerged as primary concerns. Additionally, observation sessions with nature guided design decisions accordingly. The result is a space that fulfills both efficiency and aesthetic criteria.
Inspiration: We believe in the power of architecture, art, and design to foster positive change and cultivate a responsive approach to global challenges. In today's world, kindness is more crucial than ever. Through Parallel Gives Program we devote resources and effort to serving the global community altruistically, reflecting our dedication to extending support and expertise beyond our immediate surroundings.
Project Duration: The project started 29th, Dec - 2023 in Tanzania- Zanzibar and the opening cermoney was on 31st, Jan - 2024. Total project duration is 34 days.
Operation Flow: It is operated by the school nearby under the school principle supervision, upon entering, visitors encounter two distinct zones. The first is a dedicated reading and study area, resembling a stage to maximize seating capacity. The second is an open space for communal activities, fostering collaboration and social interaction. These spatial decisions aim to create an inviting and inclusive environment conducive to learning, creativity, and community involvement.
Patents: All Copyrights reserved Parallel Studio, 2024
Team Members: -Mai Al Busairi
-Alyaa Al Roomi
Image Credits: Photography/Videography: Nasser Othman