“Reduce social inequality by furthering resilient forms of education in marginalized communities” – Holcim Awards Jury
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Project entry 2014 Latin America – Plaza Mediateca: Library and media center, San José, Costa Rica
The modular design of the infrastructure (roofing, cladding, structure) provides a sense of harmony with the urban context, respecting the scale of the immediate environment. Its north and south façades take full advantage of the quality of natural light to perform the activities for which the building is intended. Inside, the spaces are visually connected to the outside environment. Its purpose is for students to use the space as inspiration to learn with enthusiasm.
The significance of the project, according to jury, lies in its objective to reduce social inequality by furthering resilient forms of education in marginalized communities. The proposed design explores the role of architecture to achieve this aim through the construction of a library for both books and new media in neglected neighborhoods – turning “non-places” into truly habitable and secure “places” for people.
Last updated: July 05, 2014 San José, Costa Rica
The significance of the project, according to jury, lies in its objective to reduce social inequality by furthering resilient forms of education in marginalized communities. The proposed design explores the role of architecture to achieve this aim through the construction of a library for both books and new media in neglected neighborhoods – turning “non-places” into truly habitable and secure “places” for people. The structure – a platform on stilts – hovers over a square, accentuating the representative significance of the building as a public good belonging to all.