Library Buildings around the World

800 m²
For Library Nieuwerkerk a rebuilding plan designs AEQUO an end to the gray image of the library. Because the library is housed
on top of a mall, it is important to stay a climate boost.
The warm and uncluttered space and invites to stay discovery. Read on a terrace next to the stage enough space for meetings,
reading newspapers and magazines and drinking coffee. In consultation with the local kids, a lounge comic who created their own
further decorated. The interior is unique in design in an L-shape: the long side for collection, for short stays. In the armpit of the
fully automated and removal equipment of the first fully automated library in the Netherlands. Another special feature: local
information desk are completely deleted and replaced with "floor managers": walking between the cabinets and easily approachable
staff. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Huizen, Huizen, (Prov. Noord-Holland) - The Netherlands 2002
1.200 m²
For the Library houses designs AEQUO an interior that the library late in line with its neighbors under the same roof: the library as
part of the entertainment center. The design is a bridge between the recreational part of entertainment and educational aspect of it
and thus the library a new way to position within society. The design is a challenging battle with budget and program, and succeeds
wonderfully in a large visual impact on visitors to bring her: this is an interior that is remembered, so the library retains its place in
society! The use of basic colors used to create its own identity with little additional financial effort asks all the basics are bare
aluminum or galvanized metal, the 'touchable' parts of the interior are wood. Blue light from an open ceiling and a bright red cast
floor holding each other in an exciting balance caught and give the plan a very special amenity. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Pendrecht, Rotterdam (Prov. Zuid Holland) – The Netherlands 2002
600 m²
For Library Pendrecht AEQUO an interior design that many colors of the neighborhood symbolizes. The collection is in a street
along the walls of the room, so there remains an open central area. Each table has a different color EMALIT and symbolizes one of
the many cultures where this library is its service to target. (http://www.fjbv.nl)
Bibliotheek Leiden, Leiden (Prov. Zuid Holland) – The Netherlands 2002
Following a request from the City of Leiden in the Library of Leiden in December 2002, it was investigated whether and how the
Central Library is housed in the former orphanage on the Highland Kerkgracht Leiden. The Library of Leiden has to deal with the
consequences and respond to changes in society. As a result, more space should be for meeting, recreation, information and regional
facilities. AEQUO's research focuses on the implications of these substantive changes to the space program. and the extent to which
the former orphanage will be able them shelter. This creates an attractive and inspiring images, and a good insight into the
possibilities of both the library function and the use of the orphanage. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Haarlem, Haarlem ( Prov. Noord-Holland) – The Netherlands 2002
For Easy Reading Place (Makkelijk Lezen Plein) Library Haarlem, the first MLP in the Netherlands, designs AEQUO along with
the Library of Haarlem, after extensive study and an inspiring design a cabinet wall that challenges and surprises, inspires and
invites the same time. The info-snack-wall is inspired by the famous frikandels wall, but provides important resources for healthier
mind and tries to bridge the gap between dislectissche children, children with learning difficulties and their parents on the one hand,
the existing resources at the library, media and other knowledge. The info-snack-wall works with a carefully calibrated collection,
and together with the specially developed bank that the kids much protection and safety, become a resounding success. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Hoorn, Hoorn (Prov. Noord Holland) – The Netherlands 2001
see also: Klein Architecten http://www.kleinarch.nl
For the Horn Library design AEQUO a renovation plan that breaks open space. Three existing buildings in a loose bunch on a new
way linked to the main stage is turned over and passages are highlighted and enlarged. The space a new momentum and the
perception of a larger whole to intensify a bright blue PVC flooring applied with a new direction and a tight grid. This flow of
existing spaces in a new naturally into each other and the impression an enhanced library service. The color scheme is simple:
buildings are white, the floor space blue, moments of entertainment and information are wood, and special areas red. A play-reading
and cave for kids is an exciting journey, an auditorium with lots of light and color capabilities of the space for an exciting night out.
(Aequo)
FJBV has been commissioned in the Library Horn and the branches Kersenboogerd and Risdam, the new intake units provide.
This new way of taking books, designed by Aequo Architects is revolutionary and has not previously been used in NL-Libraries!
Bibliotheel Opmeer, Opmeer (Prov. Noord Holland) – The Netherlands 2000
Designs for the Library Opmeer AEQUO a small area adjacent to an existing historic farmhouse. The expansion is independent of
the bubble developed and refers to the hay houses in the vicinity of the project are often built to the area of the farm to increase.
The design of the expansion contrasts in everything with the bell: one versus many materials, a versus much detail, simple vs.
complex design. The whole is made of slate. The sober house is elaborated by a new harmony this contrast with the monumental
dome. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Veldhoven, Veldhoven (Prov. Noord-Brabant) – The Netherlands 1999
For Library Veldhoven AEQUO an interior design that positions the library as a mature, professional organization, much quality
information to offer. Much attention is given to front presentation, and special collections in particular [custom] cabinets are
installed. also develops AEQUO for this project's Display Units 04, a modular system that can respond to changing presentation
needs of the library without directly wholly replaced to be. A multifunctional reading the journal collection, located on the most
beautiful room of the library on the floor, makes a visit more worthwhile. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Volendam, Volendam (Prov. Noord-Holland) – The Netherlands 1999
For Library Volendam AEQUO designs with very modest means an interior plan in an existing building. The plan features a central
open space, making presentations, exhibition and meeting a given sanctuary, surrounded by a shell formed by the collection.
The plan is organized by a strong use of color. By making a tour through the skin of the entire library bookcases unlocked. The walls
are kept free for art and temporary exhibitions, which creates a quiet space that focuses attention on the user and his target. The
graphic designer and artist Gijs Dragt designed as an extension of the interior wall decorations and the new style. (AEQUO)
Bibliotheek Oss, Oss (Prov. Noord-Brabant) – The Netherlands 1996
For Library Oss AEQUO an interior design plan with a number of distinctive custom features that the various building components
together. Moreover, using a sophisticated logistics system waiting for the bar to a minimum and can be made much more compact
than the old situation was. This makes room for presentations and meeting returned to the user. Various furniture presentation ask
the attention of visitors and share space in traffic and residential areas. The look is modern and high quality, which the library itself
as a professional service positions. The interior is also in the leading role the library in Oss her professional world has been playing
for years. (AEQUO)
Stadsbibliotheek, Antwerpen – Belgium 2005
Dutch-German project bore the name and interior plan on April 22, 2005 Antwerp opened to the Coninckplein the doors of
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