Mound, hearth, enclosure, roof, and column. The way we see it, Gottfried Semper and scholars already figured out what makes honest tectonic form. We're looking for the element that satisfies our primitive urge to value architecture that's good.

January 11th 2011

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ballard library
in: seattle, washington
by: bohlin cywinski jackson

a green roof covered in 18,000 low water plants reduces rainwater runoff and heat gains, while its sweeping form lets northern light into the open library plan.  the deep overhang creates a porch location for people to gather, regardless of the weather.

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ballard libraryin: seattle, washingtonby: bohlin cywinski jacksona green roof covered in 18,000 low water plants reduces rainwater runoff and heat gains, while its sweeping form lets northern light into the open library plan.  the deep overhang creates a porch location for people to gather, regardless of the weather.