Chinatown Library

In today’s busy world, libraries can act as sanctuaries in an ever-growing metropolis. I have reimagined the space where Columbus Park in Chinatown NYC currently stands as an expansive public library, combining form and function with traditional Chinese architecture. The library may serve as a retreat for the neighborhood's inhabitants, an escape in the ever-changing city of New York. At its center, a tranquil garden provides a patch of nature in an otherwise urbanized area. The main building to the left features an atrium, worthy of any book collection, and, to the right, a smaller multi-purpose building. As an Asian-American who loves reading, I believe everyone should have access to a carefully crafted space to read and relax, which led to the design of this library.