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The Central Library of Ningbo University

CompanyThe Architectural Design & Research Institute of Zhejiang University Co., Ltd
Lead DesignersDanshen Dong, Jian Wang, Xiaoqiang Yan
Design TeamDongfeng Huang , Yi Sun, Xiaodong Chen, Bingliu Wu, Jun Zhang, Peiju Liu, Taigang Ning, Meng Zheng, Hao Jiang, Fei Zhang, Xiaorong Jin, Jiali Wu
Project LocationNO 818, Fenghua Rd, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
ClientNingbo University
CreditsDongfeng Huang , Yi Sun, Xiaodong Chen, Bingliu Wu
Prize(s)Honorable Mention in / Institutional
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Entry Description

The Central Library is a modern library that integrates teaching and research services, includes reading rooms, network center, etc. It has 1 floor underground and 5 floors above, with a total area of about 40000 m2.
The design integrates into diamond axis of campus, decomposes volume into two classic cube. Two atriums with different characteristic in each cube, optimizes lighting and ventilation, also creates a variety of possibilities. The shape and facade of the building strive to find a balance between classical and modern, and also highlight its solemn and elegant characteristics.