PROPOSED DIGITAL LIBRARY (REFURBISHMENT TO EXISTING LIBRARY AT GBC.36.0)
PAH Corporate Services (07) 3176 7219 or pah_corporate_services@health.qld.gov.au Issue C For discussion– 02 July 2018
Space consideration- Ground floor of Building 1
Existing Library space is on the Ground Floor. Approximately 713.8sqm The site has as easy thoroughfare via the service to corridor, with views to garden beyond.
Option 4- New entry, relocate shelving Option 4 looks at an option to create a new space for the library, including a new information desk, shelving space, study rooms, and a quiet discussion area. Existing spaces are retained where possible. for quiet discussion- at the back and away from public.
Demolition- Plan Existing back area is demolished.
Mid level louvres in windows are removed.
Demolition of the entry, selected walls is required. Shelving will be relocated to an alternate location. Where possible, all areas past the existing reception/ back-of-house is retained.
This room is relocated.
Existing joinery is relocated, to be advised. Glass partition is removed.
Reception area is removed. Any slab penetration is rated and sealed.
Shelving is relocated. Existing entry is relocated, and stock control system is refurbished
Existing kitchen is to be retained.
New room to be repurposed?
Demolition- Reflected Ceiling Plan Demolition of the ceiling is to match the wall, and the grid ceiling is retained where possible. This plan only shows the existing walls removed, and proposed lights are to be advised.
Proposed- Floor Plan The proposed plans provides for: A new entry and return chute Green wall Reception/ Information desk Working area for Library New desks space (27 spaces, tba)
Shelving spaces and lighting Study rooms and seating spaces Kitchen area, reconfigured.
Proposed- Entry, Control system
Indicative plan, entry and stock control system Entry door is reused where possible, and there is space for wheelchair access. Signage will be upgraded at corridor and at reception. Stock control, at the reception and near exit.
The book chute is accessible from outside, via an opening in the wall.
The reception or information area is near the front entry doors.
Proposed- Charging space, Photocopier
Indicative plan, charging point, shelving and photocopier space Space is provided for a charging point, photocopier, and option for a self-check-out space, near the information desk. This allows for a central area where technical queries can be readily resolved.
Proposed- Entry and Green plants
Indicative plan, showing green wall and plants Plants are selected to provide green relief and as a mirror to the existing central courtyard. There is a mobile green wall, which is self contained near the entry. The mobile wall is approximately 2.0m tall and is self-supporting. Plants include Pothos and/ or Spider plants. Consideration is for light levels and ability to passively remove any contaminants. Near the front of the desks, we propose one row of Sansevieria/ Mother-in-Law’s tongues. This creates visual relief from the immediate walls. Plant selection has been based on levels of light, general resilience, watering requirements and durability.
(Reference: Wolverton, B.C., Douglas, W.L., Bounds, K. et al 1989, “A study of Interior Landscape Plants for Indoor Air Pollution Abatement�, accessed at URL: https://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=19930072988, accessed on 01 July 2018)
Proposed- Central Reading
Indicative plan, showing a central reading area and study rooms. The central Reading area has tables provided, with power and data outlets. These are sized at about 1.8m wide, 0.9m deep. Seating and corridors are arranged for wheelchair access where possible. Study rooms have a glass wall to the front.
Proposed- Reading areas, Study rooms
Indicative plan, showing a central reading area and study rooms. Study rooms have a glass wall to the front. Intermediate walls between rooms are plasterboard, allowing for TV panels, power/ data points, charging outlets. In the study rooms, ceiling tiles are changed to allow for Noise Reduction, or reverberation. The glass walls allow for a clear view to the central courtyard, and create a point of interest. The current librarians or duty-persons-in-charge are females, and most of the end users will be females. The glass walls also point out the need for Crime Prevention through consideration of the environment. The use of clear glazing and the batten spaces near the shelving areas increase the likelihood of safe spaces and allows for productive use of space. Reference: Crime Prevention through Environment Design, accessed at URL: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/programs/cscp/safetyPublic/default.htm, accessed on 01 July 2018.
Proposed- Shelving area
Indicative plan, showing the shelving area Currently, Shelving options look at relocating to the new space. A new laminate face is provided for with new signage. LED Lighting is placed on the top row of all shelves. Options to include the existing furniture is considered where there is existing joinery.
This shelving area uses battens, to create a clear line of sight where possible. Advantage is also gained in creating an open compartment for mechanical ventilation.
Proposed- Carpet, flooring
Carpet selection is made to allow a directional feel to the rear of the space, or towards the glass wall. It takes the concept of adopting a garden space within a garden space. The design replicates the textures of stone, pavers, and moss as a pattern on the ground. The space of nature is represented outside of the window, and will form the carpet floor of the library.
Proposed- Carpet flooring, vinyl to kitchen
Where possible, existing carpet space remains.
At the edge of the glazing to the courtyard, the moss pattern is included.
Proposed- Furniture, equipment
Indicative plan, showing a central reading area. The tables are sized at about 1.8m wide, 0.9m deep. Two types of seating are provided between the central area and the study areas.
Proposed- Furniture
Indicative plan, showing study rooms. The study rooms have tables which can be easily folded away.
At the far end, acoustic or high back chairs are provided to signify a secondary area. This area also provides a zone for quiet talking.
Concept render- Overall Plan
Concept render- Central reading, Shelving
Space for wheelchair users, considers clear adequate lighting.
Timber batten walls and sliding doors to this area.
Potted plants provide visual relief at the end of this wall. Table space is provided for books, computer, screen, personal space.
Concept render- Reception, Study room
Design and space for Study Area to be advised. Space for furniture and audio-visual to be considered.
Space can be adapted to allow for re-use of existing joinery.
Joinery design allows for space for Librarians, and corresponding with end-users.
Concept render- Quiet talking area, Kitchen Acoustic or High-back chairs are versatile. A row of power points and charging outlets is placed along the glazing line, on the floor, allow for laptop use.
TVs are placed along batten wall, emphasizing information exchange within the library theme.
Umbilical cords from the ceiling allow for pathway of electrical and data cables to be included. Design of this space allow for quiet talking.
