Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi by Mai Al Busairi

Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi by Mai Al Busairi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award in Dhizaini yeZveVanhu Competition Category.

SimbiZveVanhu· 2024

Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi

by Mai Al Busairi

Client: Parallel Studio

Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award Winner in ZveVanhu Category

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The Design

About Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi

Raibhurari raMarian rinofumira dzidzo kuChikoro cheBeit Ras nenharaunda yeMwanyanya muTanzania. Rinoratidza kuzvipira kweParallel kuhugaro hwepasi rose. Chirongwa ichi hachizvingori chizivi kukosha kwedzidzo, asi chinotoonazve simba racho mukuumba hupenyu nenharaunda. Raibhurari rinobatanidza zvakanaka muhurongwa hwedzidzo, richivhura mikaha uye richigadzirira nzira yeramangwana rakajeka. Mhedzisiro yaro inodarika muganhu wenzvimbo yomuviri, ichiparadzira zvakanaka uye ichivhenekera rudo rwokudzidza runopfuura miganhu.

The Recognition

About the Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award

Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award wakahwinwa ne Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi, rukudzo runokudzwa runopiwa kumadhizaini akanaka anozadzisa zvinodiwa zvehunyanzvi neyeindasitiri zvinotarisirwa kuzvigadzirwa zvakagadzirwa zvakanaka. Vakunda veSimbi vanoratidza unyanzvi hukuru, hunyanzvi hwakakwirira, kunzwisisa kwevakachenjera uye kugona kwekugadzira kwevagadziri vavo. Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi inotarisirwa kuva chigadzirwa chinokudzwa zvakanyanya, chinoremekedzwa uye chinodiwa, chinoshanda uye chine zvitsva. Dhizaini iyi yakahwina Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award inosanganisa maitiro akanakisa eindasitiri uye ine hunhu hwetekinoroji hwakakwana hwakabatana neruzivo nehunyanzvi. Nekushanda kwayo zvakanaka, Mariam's Raibhurari raMarian neParallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi inoremekedzwa uye yakagadzirirwa kupa kuvandudzwa kwehupenyu kunobatsira kuita kuti nyika ive nzvimbo iri nani.

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