In this project, we had to renovate an existing industrial brownfield site into a public library. We took a closer look at the codes and regulations, picked a floor type, and did some calculations with loads. We visited our school library and documented all the different rooms and sections, the basic floor plan, and the things we wanted to include in the keystone library. We also asked the librarians what they like and dislike about the school library and what they would change about it. Taking the information we got from our own school library and librarians, we designed the library. First we made multiple bubble diagrams and then some rough sketches. We finalized the sketch, and began working on Revit. I changed the walls,the floors, roof, and added a green roof. For the purpose of documentation, we made a room schedule, section view, floor plans, and added the elevation views.
I learned more about code requirements and what goes into designing public spaces. I gained more skills in Revit because I had to edit most of the building components including the walls, floors, and roofs. In addition, I got a better understanding of the different layers that comprise a regular roof, and a green roof. Overall, I really enjoyed this project because instead of having to design the library from the ground up, we had to renovate it, which was an interesting task.
I learned more about code requirements and what goes into designing public spaces. I gained more skills in Revit because I had to edit most of the building components including the walls, floors, and roofs. In addition, I got a better understanding of the different layers that comprise a regular roof, and a green roof. Overall, I really enjoyed this project because instead of having to design the library from the ground up, we had to renovate it, which was an interesting task.
Planning
These are 3 bubble diagrams and 2 sketches