Ripple of Knowledge Muundo wa Ndani wa Maktaba by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Nafasi za Ndani na Maonyesho Competition Category.
ShabaMambo ya Ndani· 2025
Ripple of Knowledge Muundo wa Ndani wa Maktaba
by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan
Client: MisoSoupDesign
Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award Winner in Mambo ya Ndani Category
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The Design
About Ripple of Knowledge Muundo wa Ndani wa Maktaba
Mwongozo wa Maarifa ni muundo wa ndani wa maktaba ya shule ulioko Jijini Taipei. Dhana ya mawimbi ya maji hutumika kama kiini kikuu cha muundo huu. Vipengele vyenye umbo la mkunjo hubainisha maeneo mbalimbali, huku makabati mafupi yakitumika kama sehemu za kuhifadhia vitu, viti, na vitenganishi vya nafasi, hivyo kuiweka nafasi hiyo wazi na yenye mwendelezo unaoonekana vizuri. Makabati yenye mkunjo na mistari ya mwanga inayotiririka huelekeza mzunguko wa watu ndani ya maktaba. Kaunta yenye umbo la mkunjo iko katikati ikielekea mlango mkuu wa kuingilia, ili mtunza maktaba aweze kuona maeneo yote kwa urahisi. Kona yenye rafu ndefu za vitabu zenye mkunjo, projekta, na skrini huunda jukwaa la kufundishia na kufanyia matukio mbalimbali.
The Recognition
About the Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award
Ripple of Knowledge Muundo wa Ndani wa Maktaba ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kubwa unaotolewa kwa miundo bora inayotofautishwa kwa ubunifu, ustadi na busara. Washindi wa Shaba ni kazi za ufundi mwingi na bunifu ya kushangaza zinazothibitisha uzoefu mpana, mawazo na ustadi wa wabunifu wao. Ripple of Knowledge Muundo wa Ndani wa Maktaba inatarajiwa kuwa kitu kinachothaminiwa sana, kupendwa na kuenziwa, ambacho ni cha kitaalamu na bunifu kwa kiasi kikubwa. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award unajumuisha mbinu bora katika sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia, na ni bora kwa umakini wake kwa undani. Ripple of Knowledge Muundo wa Ndani wa Maktaba hutosheleza mahitaji kwa uzuri, hugusa hamu, huvutia hisia na kuvutia udadisi.
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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