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The Rose Garden Library |
The Rose Garden Library is a new building that replaces an existing branch library building in San Jose, CA .To maximize the site, the building is two stories with parking and community use space on the lower level and library on the second level.
The building was designed to LEED Certified standard and is expected to use 40% less energy than Title 24 standards. Efficiency features include the use of high efficiency light sources, active daylight harvesting controls, occupancy sensors and astronomic time clocks. The lighting was carefully designed to accentuate the architecture and create a mood similar to a contemporary bookstore. Several architectural features such as circular alcoves, wood slat ceilings and large skylight areas made the lighting design that much more difficult with very creative solutions.
Security was a difficult issue. The lower level Community Room and upper level restrooms need to be available to community groups when the library is closed. Conversely, there is no supervision of the lower level when the library is open. In addition, access to the parking garage was a concern, especially after dark. This resulted in a unique, multi-zoned intrusion and card access system for both the building and garage.
The data system is state of the art and classrooms in the library have multi-media control systems. Low voltage systems designed by IDeAs include fire alarm, telephone, data, intrusion, access, book theft, sound, CATV, and low voltage controls.
Design Team:
Architect: David Banducci Architect
Electrical Engineer/Lighting Designer: IDeAs
Mechanical Engineer: Rumsey Engineers
Awards:
2007 Illumination Design Award - Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, Golden Gate Section |
