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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Hamilton Public Library & Hamilton Farmers Market in Ontario, Canada by dpai architecture inc + RDH ArchitectsApril 6th, 2016 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: dpai architecture inc + RDH Architects The renovation of the Hamilton Public Library and Farmer’s Market was conceived as a design-driven opportunity to spur sustained urban renewal. A 96-meter long, continuous glass vestibule with LED lighting re-establishes the building’s relationship to York Street, while the interior executions are geared around elevating the library’s functionality to modern European standards. An emphasis on transparent materials facilitates a conversation between the library and adjacent market, which received a series of service upgrades.  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier
 Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier The Hamilton Public Library + Farmers’ Market are two of the City’s most important public institutions. Since 1980, they have shared the same building, but have been awkwardly disconnected from one another and from York Boulevard. The recent renovation and expansion rebrands both institutions through reconnection with the street, connection between the Library and Market, enhanced functionality, and improved circulation and accessibility.  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier The ground floor of the library was completely renovated, and an addition provided space for the introduction of an information commons. Remodeled children’s areas with aquaria, a new reading room with fireplace, and a green wall are amongst the new programmatic elements. The design facilitates the introduction of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology into the library, transforming the traditional service delivery model into a contemporary merchandising approach.  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier One of most significant aspects of the design as a whole is the addition of more than 6000 square feet of street level vestibule space along the length of the building. This provides a transitional experience for visitors, and accommodates display space, a green wall, a café, public seating, and special events space. In addition, it allows for a physical connection between the library and café space in the market. The vestibule is entirely glazed on both sides, exposing the activity inside to the street and vice versa. The glazed facade includes colour changing LED lights, further reinforcing the new connections. Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © Tom Arban & Jeff Tessier  Image Courtesy © dpai architecture inc + RDH Architects  Image Courtesy © dpai architecture inc + RDH Architects  Image Courtesy © dpai architecture inc + RDH Architects
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