Saba Modaresi
As a designer, I always strive to make my designs unique and always try something new and different. I push myself and my design boundaries to do create extraordinary projects that have never been done before.
Project Overview
My Thesis project focuses on the development of a Technology Integrated Immersive Library. The goal was to enhance the reader's experience beyond conventional limits and traditional boundaries in a library setting through the application of interactive technology. Being an enthusiastic reader, I deeply value the transformative influence of books and the immersive worlds they present. Reading is more than just interpreting words on a page; It's about creating a vivid mental picture and immersing oneself in the story's setting. The technology serves as a catalyst, enhancing the atmospheric elements of the narrative, without interfering with the reader's imagination.
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Left Image: Initial Parti Diagram Idea for the Main Immersive Area. Right Image: Initial Parti Diagram Idea for partition walls, leading users towards the Main Immersive Area.
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Main Immersive Area Initial Rendering
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Immersive Group Reading Pod Initial Rendering
Concept/Design Process
After some research, I came to the conclusion that the appropriate concept for this project would be driven from the word “Transcendence” as I believe in the power of literature to take us to extraordinary realms, connecting us to something profound, beyond the physical limitations of our body and the world around us.
In my project, I designed spaces that enrich and intensify this experience, through the integration of interactive technology and embracing the concept of "Transcendence.” I wanted to break the boundaries of traditional library environments, offering readers an unparalleled journey into the captivating realms of literature and enhancing their reading experience. The proposed immersive library environment will enable readers to dive deeper into the enchanting worlds crafted by their favourite literary authors.
Site Plan/Floor Plan(s)
When planning the spaces, I wanted to make sure that the Main Immersive Area was centred and the main focal point of the design. I wanted the useres to be able to take a peak inside of it and be able to see it from almost everywhere.
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First Floor
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Second Floor
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Isometric View of the Main Immersive Area
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Main Immersive Area
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Hallway and Waiting Area
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Entrance and Reception
3D Views
I wanted to showcase the entrance in my renderings to emphasize its importance as it is the first impression for the users. I also wanted to show the pathways and hallways that navigates the users around the space. My main immersive area is also shown as it is the focal area of this project. In general, I wanted to show the feeling of being transported into another world in my renderings to convay my concept and design idea.
Poster
The poster showcases a summary of my thesis topic, the concept and why it was chosen, some progress work, floor plans, materials, and renderings.
The poster is a summary of the focal areas, conducted research and renderings.
