Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta by Mai Al Busairi

Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta by Mai Al Busairi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Fierru Premiu in Ayllu Kamay Competition Category.

FierruAyllu· 2024

Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta

by Mai Al Busairi

Client: Parallel Studio

A' Design Award Fierru Premiu Winner in Ayllu Category

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The Design

About Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta

Mariampa Qillqawasin Beit Ras Yachaywasipaq chaynallataq Mwanyanya ayllupaq Tanzaniapi yachayta mirachikin. Kayqa Parallelpa tukuy pachapi allin kawsaypaq kamachikuyninta rikuchin. Kay ruraywanqa manam yachaypa chaninchasqankunallachu riqsichikun, astawanpas kawsaykunata chaynallataq ayllunkunata ruwanapaq atiynintapas qhawarichin. Qillqawasiqa yachay estructurawan sumaqta tinkun, ch'usaqkunata hunt'achispa chaynallataq aswan k'anchaq hamuq pachapaq ñanta kichkaspa. Paypa impactonqa manam espacio nisqa ukhupichu sayarin, allin kawsayta k'anchachispa chaynallataq yachaypaq munaykunata ruwachispa tukuy saywakunata pasaspa.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Fierru Premiu

Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta A' Design Award Fierru Premiu mishak kan, yupaychay, kayta ruray yachak shinallatak industriapak mañaykunata paktachik alli diseñukunaman kun. Fierru mishak kashkakunaka hatun ruray ushayta, hanak yachayta, yachak yuyayta shinallatak ruray kamachiyta rikuchinku. Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta sinchi yupaychashka, kuyashka shinallatak kuyashka ruray, ruranapak alli shinallatak mushuk yuyaypi kanata munanku. Kay Fierru Premiu japishka diseñuka industriapak ashtawan alli ruraykunata tantachin shinallatak yachaywan shinallatak ushaywan tantashka tekniku ushayta charin. Sinchi ruraymanta Mariam's Mariampa Qillqawasin Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairimanta yupaychashka kan shinallatak kawsayta alliyachik ruraykunata kuypak ruray kan, pachata ashtawan alli kachun ruran.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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