臺南市是臺灣最古老的城市，受不同文化的影響，歷史悠久。有在17歐洲海上貿易的殘餘個世紀中國明代的，從20年初日本定居點個世紀。這個城市有豐富的寺廟，其中包括著名的17個世紀的孔子廟，其懸挑的屋頂和雕花精美的天花板。新圖書館取材於這一歷史，受當地文化的啟發，專為臺南的熱帶氣候而設計。它是該市文化遺產，現代藝術，音樂，電影和超過一百萬本書的所在地，其中包括日本佔領時期的16,000多種書籍，當然還配備了現代圖書館的最新技術。
The oldest city in Taiwan, Tainan has a rich history influenced by different cultures. There are remnants of maritime trade with Europe in the 17th century, of the Chinese Ming Dynasty, and Japanese settlements from the beginning of the 20th century. The city is rich in temples, including the famous 17th century Confucius Temple with its cantilevered roofs and beautifully carved ceilings. The new library takes from this history, is inspired by the local culture, and has been designed for the tropical climate of Tainan. It is home to the city's cultural heritage, modern art, music, films, and over a million books, including more than 16,000 from the Japanese occupation period, and of course, is equipped with the latest technologies of a modern library.
竹林。 最引人注目的功能是庫的倒置階梯形狀。細長的圓柱在有節奏的四重奏中支撐懸臂，給人一種穿越現代竹林的感覺。建築的醒目的冠冕被刻有花朵圖案的垂直鋁板條所環繞，讓人聯想到舊城區的裝飾格子窗。這些板條過濾光並保持熱量散發。在晚上，可以從遠處辨認出這種獨特的外觀。
Bamboo forest. The most striking feature is the inverted stepped shape of the library. Slender columns support the cantilevers in rhythmically placed quartets, giving a feeling of weaving your way through a modern bamboo forest. The striking crown of the building is surrounded by vertical aluminium slats with carved flower patterns, which are reminiscent of the decorative latticed windows in the old town. These slats filter the light and keep the heat out. In the evening, this unique facade is recognizable from afar.
階梯式建築為內部和外部的遊客提供了庇護所，並創造了從外部到內部的平穩過渡。懸臂下方是四個下沉的露臺，可用於戶外活動，最大的廣場可從廣場進入。可以在這裡組織講座，音樂會和展覽。向上看，您可以看到遮陽篷的特殊飾面：香檳色鋁面板帶有線性交錯的浮雕，為立面提供了其他裝飾元素。合理的庫結構可提供最大的靈活性，以便為將來的更改做好準備。
The stepped building offers shelter to visitors both inside and outside and creates a smooth transition from exterior and interior. Below the cantilevers are four sunken patios for outdoor activities, with the largest accessible from the square; lectures, concerts, and exhibitions can be organized here. Looking up, you can see the special finish of the awnings: champagne-coloured aluminium panels with a linear staggered relief, providing additional decorative elements to the facades. The rational construction of the library allows maximum flexibility so that the building is prepared for future changes.
藝術和書籍。 進入內部後，Paul Cocksedge的藝術品就佔據了雙高中庭。裝置似乎凍結了白紙被風吹走的瞬間，象徵著思想的自由和閱讀的樂趣。藝術在建築物中隨處可見，不僅是看藝術，而且是接觸和玩耍的互動藝術。紅色的雕刻樓梯為幾何建築增添了令人興奮的元素，與所有層次相交，並且在微妙的木板木板樓梯間到處可見。
Art and books. Once inside, the double-height atrium is inhabited with a work of art by Paul Cocksedge. The installation seems to freeze the moment when white sheets of paper are blown away by the wind, symbolising freedom of thought and the pleasure of reading. Art is exhibited everywhere in the building, not just to look at but also interactive art to touch and play with. A red sculptural staircase adds an exciting element to the geometric building, intersecting all levels and is visible everywhere through the subtle wooden-slatted flight of stairs.
一樓寬敞，透明且因木質表面而溫暖。進入後，您會被到達區和迎賓服務臺打招呼，客廳也位於此處，您可以在那裡閱讀報紙和雜誌。您可以在此級別使用觸控螢幕，通過它可以瀏覽館藏以及可以借閱圖書的自助服務點。兒童圖書館設有富有想像力的書架，以及位於遮陽棚下的露臺，可供戶外玩耍。這層樓還設有一間寬敞的自修室，自帶入口，學生可以在那裡學習24/7。
The ground floor is spacious, transparent, and warm due to the wood finish. Upon entry, you are greeted by an arrivals area and the welcome desk, a living room is also located here where you can read newspapers and magazines. Touchscreens with which you can explore the collection and a self-service point for borrowing books also feature on this level. The children's library with imaginative bookcases and an adjoining patio under the awning for outdoor play is situated below. This level is also home to a spacious study room with its own entrance, where students can study 24/7.
文物收藏。當您進入建築物的較高樓層時，首先會遇到一個帶座位和壁media的媒體庫，您可以在其中看電影，還有一個帶有青少年休息室的圖書館。常規集合位於此之上的級別上。除此之外，還有一處致力於遺產收藏的地板，包括臺南紀念展，日本收藏檔案館和臺灣作家的書籍。
Heritage collection. As you make your way to the upper levels of the building, you first encounter a media library with seating and alcoves where you can watch movies, along with a library for teenagers with its own lounge. The general collection is located on the level above this. Beyond there is a floor dedicated to the heritage collection including the Tainan Memorial Exhibition, Japanese Collection Archive, and books by Taiwanese authors.
這裡還有四個室外區域，它們被安排為屋頂花園，還有三個用於教室/車間和咖啡館的多功能空間。在建築物的頂部，您將找到劇院和會議廳，以及員工辦公室。從建築物的最高層，通過垂直板條可以看到城市的美麗景色。此外，該建築還設有美術館，創客空間和盲文圖書館。這裡還有一個書店，您不僅可以閱讀書籍，還可以購買書籍。
There are also four outdoor areas situated here, which are arranged as roof gardens, as well as three multifunctional spaces for classrooms/workshops and a cafe. At the top of the building, you will find the theatre and conference hall, along with offices for members of staff. From the uppermost levels of the building, a beautiful view of the city through the vertical slats is on display. Furthermore, the building has an art gallery, a maker space, and Braille library. There is also a bookshop so that you can not only read books but also purchase them.
Architects: MAYU Architects, Mecanoo
Area: 37000 m²
Year: 2021
Photographs: Ethan Lee, Yu-Chen Chao
Design Principal:Francine Houben (Mecanoo), Malone Chang, Yu-lin Chen (MAYU Architects)
Design Team:Rodrigo Louro, Friso van der Steen, Rodrigo Bandini, Johan Hanegraaf, Rachel Lin, Yuli Huang, Yuanyuan Chen, Natalia Leszcynska, George Orfanopoulos, Antonio Sanna, Wanjen Lin, Yunying Chiu, Tsailing Shih, Eliano Felicio, Nienke Andersson (Mecanoo), (SD)Ting-yi Lo, Yun-shan Huang, Che-sheng Wang; (DD/CD)Ting-yi Lo, Che-sheng Wang, Chia-ru Lin, Beatrice Cordella, Meng-yue Ruan, Qi-ping Yang, Li-chi Yeh, Ya-zhi Guo, Che-kang liu; (CA)Yun-shan Huang, Chia-ru Lin, Ting-yi Lo, Ya-yun Wang, Wei-chieh Pan, Yun Chen, Ting-yi Li, Cheng-wei Li, Chih-hung Wang, Yung-hsien Fang, Jui-pao Chan, Tien-hsi Hsu, Ya-tieh Yu, Guan-wun Chen, Yu-lun Liang (MAYU Architects)
Installation Advisor:Frontier Tech Institute of Engineering Design & Consultant
Wayfinding Design:Path & Landforms
City:Rende District
Country:Taiwan (ROC)