Mariam's 瑪麗安圖書館 by Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi by Mai Al Busairi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 社會設計 Competition Category.
鐵社會· 2024
Mariam's 瑪麗安圖書館 by Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi
Client: Parallel Studio
A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 社會 Category
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About Mariam's 瑪麗安圖書館 by Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi
瑪麗安圖書館豐富了坦桑尼亞Beit Ras學校及Mwanyanya社區的教育，體現Parallel的全球福祉承諾。此項計劃不僅認同教育的重要性，更認識到教育在塑造生活和社區方面的潛力。圖書館無縫融入教育框架，消除差距，為更光明的未來鋪平道路。其影響力超越實體空間的界限，散發正面能量，點燃跨越界限的學習熱情。
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 鐵獎
Mariam's 瑪麗安圖書館 by Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計Mariam's 瑪麗安圖書館 by Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。Mariam's 瑪麗安圖書館 by Parallel Studio - Mai Al Busairi因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。
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
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