Open Library / Superpool
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Architects: Superpool
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Project Team: Selva Gürdoğan, Gregers Tang Thomsen
Client: Platform Garanti
Collaborators: Quinze & Milan
Project Area: 260 sqm
Project year: 2008
Photographs: Iwan Baan
Installation of a public reading room in an art gallery space is a generous addition to the urban life of Istanbul’s most crowded pedestrian street.
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The gallery space is designed like an auditorium, with seats on one side facing a ‘stage’ with the books arranged as a backdrop. The proposal with a single element tries to create multiple options for public interaction; lectures, readings, screenings, casual conversations can all be accommodated.
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The mezzanine level above the gallery floor is used for more focused visitors in need of a private study zone.
The three-month-long library installation intends to expose the multiple responsibilities and operations of an art institution to its audience.
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very elegant and colorful place.. Indeed it is very suitable to be part of an art gallery..I would love to stay here and read!!
I will try it just tomorrow!!!!
I’m sorry to ask, but what are those urinal shaped things?
teo: looks like shelve system. See section plan. Very nice project, congrats.
The colors, lighting and the white furniture ! all of these elements created a welcoming space that forces you to stay in and read ! the idea of having the shelves and a ladder is impressive , the openness inside the library let people interact more which is indeed a great way to create an inside urban space !!
nice atmosphere! a bit concerned about the dangling high heels behind my head though…
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