Pierson Place
Branch Library Nick Sierocki // ADE 322 Hanish
A library is a unique place that houses books, history, stories and more. In the 21st Century, the “library” has adapted into melting pot of information sharing and storage while leaving behind the full user experience required of a contemporary library in our society. Pierson Place Branch Library strives to re-link the interaction between history and storytelling that has been lost in the modern era. The aim of history is Inspiration
to provide insight into the past, inform
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and connect the present, and inspire the future. The passing down of history
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through oral storytelling allows us to conceptualize ideas and engage together! It is essential for a library to respond to the infinite inputs and Center
outputs of passing down history.
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The Branch Library utilizes programs that build upon each other and lead to spaces where the interaction and connection can happen; such as areas like the sunken exterior space and the second floor interior connection. This allows the space to emphasize the sharing and interaction that happen during storytelling. Site Response
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Level 1 Plan 1/16” = 1’
Level 2 Plan 1/16” = 1’
Exterior sunken + interactive storytelling area
Anchor for program circulation