Rooted in Knowledge' is a biophilic library renovation that transforms the Wellington central library into a community study space, prioritising mental health and privacy.
The perspective of the private nook sections within the library. Designed to create private, intimate spaces for study, reading or relaxation.
At 1000 years old, the kauri tree insertion has overtaken and destroyed the structure of the library. Now inhabitable, the tree has become a part of the building.
The bookshelves act as dividers within the space, to create private areas without blocking light or views, as well as the functional aspect of housing books.
Bachelor of Design
Spatial Design
Rooted in Knowledge' focuses on a communal study space within the Wellington Central Library, utilising Biophilic design to enhance user experience. This project aims to foster intimate moments of connection and promote mental wellness in the Wellington community. This project responds to the need for more private spaces, in doing so, it creates an environment where individuals can thrive mentally and emotionally, encouraging a deeper engagement with both the space and the study produced in it.
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