Shenzhen University
Town Library Project
2007
RMJM
Photos: H. G. Esch
RMJM’s design for the University Town Library connects resources
from four different university campuses under one roof
American Institute of Architects Prize 2007
Height: up to 5 storeys
Total area: 52,000sqm
3,000-seat library
RMJM’s design for the new University Town Library in Shenzhen, China
won an “Award of Merit” from the American Institute of Architects
(AIA) Hong Kong Chapter.
Completed in December 2006 and opened to the public early 2007, the new
University Town Library provides a new perspective on sharing resources
while acting as a
gateway icon. The Library serves four university campuses spread on either
side of a canal. The building itself acts as a bridge linking these previously
disconnected facilities. Students, staff and the wider community are free
to pass through and over the building to make this connection.
Its 480m long undulating form mirrors the topography of the landscape
while its dragon-like shape, contemporary materials and function aim to
refl ect the erudite language of education. Glazed façades encourage
views out to the surroundings, while providing layers of sun-shading to
reduce heat gain on library spaces within.
The Library was designed to hold 1.5 million books, 3000 seats, 1700 data
ports and 8000 visitors daily and sits on a 51,600m2 site area in the
suburb of Shenzhen.
The project team includes Scott Findley, AIA (Design Director); Chun Jiang
(Director), Robert MacKenzie, Edmond Lau and Joyce Lo.
Shenzhen University Town Library Project images from RMJM Architects
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Shenzhen University Building
architects : RMJM
The University Town Library, Shenzhen:
Client: Shenzhen University Town
Site Area: 51,601 sqm
Total GFA: 46,730 sqm
Building Height: 27 m./ 5 storeys
Building Length: 480 m
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