The Central Library in Bugulma City

Project idea

The main idea behind the design of the building is to use the space not only as a library, but also to introduce additional functions to support the development of the library itself. The building has four full floors. Level 0, which is partially underground, is used as a technical floor and, if necessary, as a shelter. Access to this area is via smoke-free stairwells and lifts. The second and third floors include a library organised by category, reading rooms, an area for newspapers, a children's area, spaces designed for people with disabilities, a cinema room, exhibition spaces covering a variety of topics, a co-working space, a recreation area, a conference room, and sanitary facilities.
Innovative features help to attract young people because, in today's world, many people no longer use paper products for reading.
This is why the library has introduced a new mobile space to the building, complete with a dance floor, an AR/VR zone, and an interactive area. The attic level features an extended balcony overlooking the dance floor.
Innovative methods of moving books have been used for a long time, and I have implemented many of them in my project, such as the use of robots and computerised distribution. There is also a vertical lift belt that allows for the rapid movement of books from the collection to the reading rooms. Similar systems are already in use at the State Russian Library in Moscow. There is a great need for this because the library project is designed to hold 500 thousand books.
When defining the boundaries of the territory, one of the pedestrian streets was identified as an area for improvement as part of my project. Currently, the territory includes a chain of Magnit retail shops and clothing shops. These shops have no special value; a cultural building would be more valuable for the city in this location. This area is also visible on the axis of the reservoir and the main town square is across the road. The historical building is quite close and there are public transport stops on different sides of the area. All of these factors add to the area's significance and the need for public architecture.

Project description

Due to its reliability, economy and fire safety, a load-bearing frame made of monolithic reinforced concrete was chosen as the structural scheme for the building. The building has increased fire safety features.
Ecological materials are used for the finishing touches. Artificial lighting in the building and on the grounds is partly produced by solar panels.
To protect book products from UV radiation, the stained glass system has an additional external glazing coating.

Technical information

Territory area: 1.9 ha
Building area: 5860 m2
Greening area: 3500 м2
Number of visitors: 1500 persons
Number of car places: 95 (10 - disabled)
Distance from public transport stop: 230 m
Building area: 20530 m2
Area of reading rooms: 3170 m2
Number of floors: 6 (1 underground, 1 mansard)
Top elevation: 27500 m

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