Library for U.S. Coastal Community

1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1.1. The site is located in a small conservative community in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States. The community is located by a large body of water and the site has views of that body of water. A Google Earth view and site boundary plan are provided.

1.2. The site is in a current flood plain so the building will be elevated with parking below.

2. GOALS

2.1. The community is interested in constructing a new 16,630 square foot community library on the site with parking for 75 vehicles.

2.2. The community is a former fishing community so a “nautical” design may be considered but is not mandatory. Some inspirational images are provided.

2.3. This project will be built within the next three years.

2.4. Site visitation will not be necessary.

2.5. All submissions become the exclusive property of the purveyor.

3. PROGRAM

3.1. The design is to incorporate the following architectural program:

3.1.1. Lobbies, Vestibules, Corridors, Etc.
3.1.1.1. Vestibule – 60 SF
3.1.1.2. Lobby – 900 SF
3.1.1.3. Public Toilets & Janitor Closet – 600 SF
3.1.1.4. Corridors, Hallways, Walls, Etc., Throughout – 2,000 SF

3.1.2. Offices, Workroom, Conference, Etc.
3.1.2.1. Workroom/Cart Storage – 300 SF
3.1.2.2. General Storage – 40 SF
3.1.2.3. General Staff Office Area (4 staff) – 400 SF
3.1.2.4. Branch Manager’s Office – 150 SF
3.1.2.5. Staff Lounge & Toilet – 200 SF
3.1.2.6. Supply Storage – 15 SF
3.1.2.7. Conference Room/Board Room – 400 SF

3.1.3. Mechanical, Electrical, Other Utilities
3.1.3.1. Mechanical (Distributed in approximately 8 rooms) – 224 SF
3.1.3.2. Electrical – 30 SF
3.1.3.3. Water Service & Fire Protection – 100 SF
3.1.3.4. Metering – 30 SF
3.1.3.5. Information Technology Room – 20 SF
3.1.3.6. Other (Elevator, Fire Pump Machine Rooms, Etc.) – 145 SF

3.1.4. Teens and Children’s Area
3.1.4.1. Teens Collections – 440 SF
3.1.4.2. Children’s Collections – 1,925 SF
3.1.4.3. Children’s Information Desk – 140 SF
3.1.4.4. Children’s Librarians Office – 140 SF
3.1.4.5. Teens Computer Area – 99 SF
3.1.4.6. Children’s Computer Area – 131 SF
3.1.4.7. Family Toilet (Children’s Area) – 75 SF
3.1.4.8. Teens Non-Book Media – 75 SF
3.1.4.9. Children’s Non-Book Media – 220 SF
3.1.4.10. Teens Reading Area – 121 SF
3.1.4.11. Children’s Reading Area – 150 SF
3.1.4.12. Children’s Play and Story-Telling Area – 150 SF
3.1.4.13. Children Tutoring Area (Study Carrels & Small Group) – 150 SF

3.1.5. Circulation Desk, Audio/Visual Media, Reference, Etc.
3.1.5.1. Circulation/Information Desk – 150 SF
3.1.5.2. Reference Collection – 35 SF
3.1.5.3. Catalogue Area – 100 SF
3.1.5.4. Periodicals – 60 SF
3.1.5.5. Non-Book Audio/Visual Media – 150 SF
3.1.5.6. Media Download Area – 100 SF

3.1.6. Adult Collections, Computers, Reading
3.1.6.1. Adult Fiction, Non-Fiction, Large Print, Paperbacks, Etc. – 1,110 SF
3.1.6.2. Computer Stations (20) – 300 SF
3.1.6.3. Tables for Laptops and Tutoring – 480 SF
3.1.6.4. Study Rooms (2) – 120 SF
3.1.6.5. Reading Area – 600 SF

3.1.7. Community Meeting Spaces
3.1.7.1. Meeting Room – 1,500 SF
3.1.7.2. Kitchen & Food Service Area – 170 SF
3.1.7.3. Chair/Table Storage – 150 SF
3.1.7.4. Pre-Function Space – 350 SF
3.1.7.5. Storage – 200 SF
3.1.7.6. Public Toilets & Janitor Closet – 600 SF

3.1.8. Special Areas
3.1.8.1. Tutoring – 50 SF
3.1.8.2. Business Center – 75 SF
3.1.8.3. Tourism Center – 900 SF

3.1.9. Exterior (Library Floor Level)
3.1.9.1. Bay Overlook (Outside Reading Area) – 2,500 SF

4. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

4.1. The architectural program should be considered flexible. However, it is expected that the intent of the Program is followed to the greatest extent possible.

4.2 Children’s and Teens areas are expected to be adjacent. Care should be taken in locating the Children’s Play and Reading area because of the potential for noise that may disturb others using the library.

4.3 The location of the Circulation/Information Desk is critical and should allow for supervision of the library while at the same time being near the entrance/exit to the facility.

4.4 Because the site is on a floodplain, it is expected that the building will be elevated and parking provided beneath the building as well as elsewhere on the site.

4.5. Handicapped accessibility and sufficient fire exits should be considered in the design.

4.6 The elevator should extend from the parking area to the remaining floors of the building.

4.7 It is intended that the building be as energy conscious as possible. Budget does not allow for solar arrays or wind turbines.

4.8. A charrette was held with representatives from the community. They were asked to “lay out” the building as they would envision it. Three separate “lay outs” were produced and are included. Please understand that you may deviate from any of these should your vision of this library be different. One of the Groups elected a (1) storey option.

4.9 The library itself is intended to be on a single floor. However, Community Meeting Spaces should be considered on a floor above the library with dedicated restroom facilities, elevator, stairways, etc.

4.10. It is expected that the construction budget for the entire facility will be approximately $250/SF.

4.11. Incorporation of a great deal of daylighting is expected, especially showing water views (see site plan and Google Earth view).

4.12 Vertical circulation is to be indicated. For example, elevator stair towers etc.

4.13 Questions posted to our wall are encouraged.

5. SELECTION CRITERIA

5.1. A design that incorporates the intent of the Architectural Program is desired with a floor plan that reflects good relationships and interrelationships of the various parts of the Program to each other and the whole.

5.2. A floor plan that reflects the designers understanding of how a community library is used.

5.3. Incorporation of daylighting and views is important.

5.4. How the exterior bay overlook is incorporated into the overall design is important.

5.5. The overall “look” of the building on the site is important because it is intended that the building will be the first building that is seen (“gateway”) upon entering the community.

5.6. Innovative and creative designs are encouraged.

5.7. Creating a plan that can be constructed within the budget is important.

6. SITE VISIT

6.1. Site visits will not be available.

7. DELIVERABLES

7.1. Floor plan showing the interior layout of the library (1/8 In = 1 Ft).

7.2. Exterior elevations on all 4 sides (1/8 In = 1 Ft).

7.3. Site plan showing building location, sidewalks, parking, and driveways.

7.4. 3-Dimensional rendering of building and site.

8. AWARD

$1,500

**NO PARTICIPATION FEE**

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