Located on a site on NE 15th and Alberta St. in Portland, Oregon, the primary goals for this library were to be well-integrated with the neighborhood context and serve diverse community needs. The building is unified by outdoor spaces including an arcade off of the south sidewalk, an open corner, the event space balcony, and the atrium that organizes interior circulation. The program supports needs of the community with a cafe with computers, a maker space, event/meeting spaces, and diverse reading sections. The primary materials of heavy timber, glazing, and Kalwall create a contextual connection as well as revealing the primary structure. The library will supplement the culture of the Alberta Arts District, which promotes community events and creativity.
Site
Site Overview
Site Conditions
Street Condition
Schematic Design and Programming
Scheme Proposals
Programming
Plan & Section
Structure & Enclosure
Structure Model SE
Structure Model SW
Wall-Roof Detail
Interstitial Floor Detail
Foundation Detail
SW Axon
SE Axon
Elevations
Sketches
South Elevation
West Elevation
Visualization
West Terrace
Main Stair and Bookroom
Exterior Arcade
Second Floor Bookroom
