Library Buildings around the World

"floats" above the sunken car park pavilion with a transparent education including the library. On the east side of the existing
building element is idiosyncratic to the amphi-lecture hall, formerly the cafeteria. The building at the Jaffalaan has a similar
entrance to the North and the South Side. Sustainable building measures focus on energy efficiency and a healthy work environment.
Besides energy saving measures is the natural ventialtie innovative system combined with an important part of the building mass
accumulation. (OIII)
OD 205 architectuur bv, Delft – The Netherlands
http://www.od205.com
Libraries:
Koninklijke Bibliotheek, Den Haag – The Netherlands – 2007
Literature:
C. Vaillant, V. Freijser and K. van Boven (ed.), Guide of modern architecture in The Hague, The Hague, 1997, P213, 214
Piet Groenendijk Paul Vollaard, Guide to modern architecture in the Netherlands, Rotterdam, 2000, P235
K. Bosma, A. Mekking, K. Ottenheym and A. v / d Forest (ed.), Building 600-2000 in the Netherlands, Zwolle, 2007, p637
Since the inception of the Royal Library in The Hague in 1798 the large collection of books periodically moved. Late sixties, it was
decided that this library and also the National Library and Documentation Centre of the Netherlands had to be of academic
libraries. To perform these functions, there was a new and larger building necessary. complex in the course of the seventies was led
by Wim Quist realized a building complex next to the central station of The Hague. This complex had a modern government in The
Hague city.
Interior:
The KB is one of the buildings in the modern complex. It was designed by architects OD 205 , which was famous for her designs,
universities, laboratories and hospitals. Design At first glance, the building is a white solid overall, but it's actually very sophisticated
set up. The building consists of different blocks (the Biliotheekblok, the Services and the Institute Auditorium Block and Block) that
are connected by an internal corridor on the first floor .
Facade:
Between the two blocks walking and cycling paths. The building of the KB is technically very well put together. The reading rooms
are lit by two large voids and the ceilings are so organized that they match with the facilities that are located behind. The facades of
brick and KB are insulated with white aluminum sheets on vertical gutters are attached. The construction of the building is making
them very sturdy and has become ideal for preserving the largest collection of books in the Netherlands. (http://architectenweb.nl)
In the building of the Royal Library in addition to the Library is also the Literary Museum (LM), the Netherlands Institute Art
History (RKD) and various institutes housed. The building, designed by architect Arie Hagoort OD205 of architecture for example,
in 1982 was put into use. Since 1995 a series of renovations undertaken primarily because of new insights for the services and the
increasing computing. In the late seventies because other assumptions applied for accessibility. When desired, for example, a modest
and certainly not monumental entrance. Interested parties were given access to a letter of recommendation. Once inside there was
anywhere access. Now it is reversed, the KB is more aware of its role as holder heritage, focuses on a wider audience and want as
many visitors. This is a welcoming environment is important, a clear and necessary logistics to the publicly accessible areas separate
from personnel areas. Therefore, the building changed in many places, and where necessary extended: - Renovation and
refurbishment Library reading rooms on the 1st and 2nd floor (2004-2006) including: relocation Dutch Music Institute, New
microfiche room, reading room renovation special collections and a new concept: the Reading Room of the Netherlands.
- Office refurbishment third, fourth and fifth floors for KB, RKD and institutions (2003-2006). - Phase 2 renewal entrance, new
wardrobe (2003-2005) (OD205)
Universiteit Maastricht, Universiteitsbibliotheek-ICTS, Maastricht – The Netherlands 1998 – 2003
When the public library moved to the Ceramique Centre, the building in the city centre became available fot the University Library.
The old construction was a hybrid complex, with remains of the renaissance period and early modern justifications.
The new renovation includes a new library, an ICT-centre, study- and workspaces.
The starting point for the design was the complex of existing buildings (the former City Library) that sits between the New and
Great Hofstraat Looiersstraat located. It was our task to make this a modern, open building to which the collections of the faculties
of economics, law, culture, sciences and general sciences, 700 workstations and 120 employees could find a nice shelter. The plan has
the following interventions: Creating a public connection between the Great Looiersstraat and New Hofstraat, with the central
courtyard located main entrance, an expansion of the building volume on the garden side and the introduction of a central zone with
loft and glaskap. The existing buildings are adapted, where necessary, demolished or expanded to create a balance between existing
and new. The interior has sought a relation between the various components by introducing an orthogonal grid and using a limited
number of new materials. The OD 205 by eg architecture designed furniture adds by its simplicity and consistent application also
contribute to the desired spatial continuity. The University now has a light and transparent building which had a pleasant
atmosphere can be studied. (OD205)
OMA (Office for Metropolitain Architecture), Rotterdam – The Netherlands
http://www.oma.eu
Libraries:
Qatar National Library, Education Center Doha - Qatar 2014
H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser with HRH Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and other dignitaries at the Qatar National
Library announcement ceremony held at the Education City yesterday. Aisha Al Musallam
By Fazeena Saleem
DOHA: A new project by the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development to build Qatar
National Library was officially launched yesterday by H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser. The Library which will house over
one million books, a rich online database and multi media production studios will officially open in 2014.
“We are pleased to embrace the promise of new, world class Qatar National Library. The Library’s vision of bridging with
knowledge Qatar’s heritage and future demonstrates the significant role Qatar National Library will play in unlocking
human potentials as Qatar builds a knowledge- based economy. A modern dynamic National Library for the Country is
essential in reaching this goal,” said Sheikha Moza.
The Arab Federation for Libraries and Information Person of the Year Award 2012 was also presented to Sheikha Moza
during the event held at the Student Centre of Hamad bin Khalifa University in the presence of Dr Hamad bin Abdel Aziz
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