Theory of Movement

In thinking about the functionality and materiality of my building, I thought of the recent increase in new library buildings and renovations across Sydney. In my opinion, many of these buildings, while not being overly ambitious or striking in their architecture, are examples of great design relative to the rest of Sydney's architectural landscape.

In particular, these libraries provide a sense of community, the feeling of which I think is important to the small school of architecture and university experience we have been asked to consider.

I selected an article about Green Square Library's architecture:
Charles Rice, "A diorama in a messy city: Green Square Library and Plaza," Architecture AU, September 10, 2019,  https://architectureau.com/articles/green-square-library-and-plaza/.

Key words/phrases: 

• Open traversal 

•  Seamless loop 

•  Coexist 

•  Flexible 

I then developed my own theory based on this, and other readings: 

Seamless, sinuous connections between spaces will serve to create a harmonious learning environment in which there is a co-existence between interior and exterior, and between urban buildings and natural surroundings.

Another source which I found interesting:
Karissa Rosenfield, "Norman Foster's Interview with The European: 'Architecture is the Expression of Values'," Arch Daily, April, 2015, https://www.archdaily.com/563537/interview-norman-foster-on-the-role-of-architecture-in-modern-society.