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Orange Branch Library
Orange Branch Library
7171, Gooding Boulevard, Delaware, OH, United States
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Orange Branch Library
7171, Gooding Boulevard, Delaware, OH, United States
Type
YEAR
2011
SIZE
25,000 sqft - 100,000 sqft
The new 33,600 sq. ft. Orange Branch Library, as an
important gathering place within the community, has the opportunity to become a
landmark building in this growing township. The design team endeavored to
create a sense of permanence and pride for the community while providing a warm
inviting atmosphere.
The inspiration for the material palette and building forms
were derived from the local farms and landscape features found in the region
such as the limestone bluffs along the Olentangy River at High Banks Metro Park
and the vernacular, agricultural barn forms of the area and rolling terrain.
Hand selected FSC certified Douglas Fir wood timbers, local Ohio blue vein
limestone shaped by hand by masons on site, cedar wood siding, and metal
standing seam roofs also come from this local heritage.
The “flying” butterfly roof form above the central
circulation spine gives the design a certain dramatic, iconic imagery that is
needed for such an important cultural institution. The library spaces are
organized around this linear east-west circulation spine that terminates in a
dramatic 26’H double sided stone fireplace and quiet study area to the east.
This spine is filled with indirect natural light from an expansive north facing
clerestory. Most of the reading collections face the north and west views,
while the south elevation has limited punched windows and is primarily reserved
for support spaces, mechanical rooms, and book drop-off. Three projecting stone
and glass bays frame views of the north landscaping for patrons and provide a
space to relax and enjoy the natural elements.
important gathering place within the community, has the opportunity to become a
landmark building in this growing township. The design team endeavored to
create a sense of permanence and pride for the community while providing a warm
inviting atmosphere.
The inspiration for the material palette and building forms
were derived from the local farms and landscape features found in the region
such as the limestone bluffs along the Olentangy River at High Banks Metro Park
and the vernacular, agricultural barn forms of the area and rolling terrain.
Hand selected FSC certified Douglas Fir wood timbers, local Ohio blue vein
limestone shaped by hand by masons on site, cedar wood siding, and metal
standing seam roofs also come from this local heritage.
The “flying” butterfly roof form above the central
circulation spine gives the design a certain dramatic, iconic imagery that is
needed for such an important cultural institution. The library spaces are
organized around this linear east-west circulation spine that terminates in a
dramatic 26’H double sided stone fireplace and quiet study area to the east.
This spine is filled with indirect natural light from an expansive north facing
clerestory. Most of the reading collections face the north and west views,
while the south elevation has limited punched windows and is primarily reserved
for support spaces, mechanical rooms, and book drop-off. Three projecting stone
and glass bays frame views of the north landscaping for patrons and provide a
space to relax and enjoy the natural elements.
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