Italian architectural studio Carlana Mezzalira Pentimalli designs the new Brixen Public Library found in South Tyrol, which fuses together old civic buildings together with contemporary angular structures for a juxtaposing look. It overlooks the central square in Brixen and the project blends together three former finance, prison buildings, and a court. The new addition can be found between two existing buildings and is complete with a pale finish flanked by two courtyards.
Carlana Mezzalira Pentimalli talks about the project, she states that "This is not a library intended as a large container of books – quite the opposite. It is a project deeply rooted in its context, designed to welcome and generate human relationships and exchanges, intertwining cultures, practices and people of different ages."
Juxtaposing Angular Libraries
Carlana Mezzalira Pentimalli Designs the Brixen Public Library
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1. Juxtaposed Design - Architectural designs that blend old and modern structures for a unique look.
2. Context-rooted Projects - Projects deeply rooted in their context to promote human relationships and cultural exchanges.
3. Community-centric Libraries - Libraries designed to foster social connections and community engagement.
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2. Urban Planning - Opportunities to design public spaces that promote social connections and community engagement.
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