Design Trend: Experiential Explorations | Year in Architecture 2023

Projects continue to integrate exterior spaces, offering patrons not only outdoor seating but also creative use of the grounds, plus an integration of experience built into the wayfinding, aesthetic, and interior layout within open areas. 

Design Trend: Experiential Explorations

Projects continue to integrate exterior spaces, offering patrons not only outdoor seating but also creative use of the grounds, plus an integration of experience built into the wayfinding, aesthetic, and interior layout within open areas. 


The large “front porch” of the Alief-David M. Henington Regional Library, Houston, provides a bridge between indoor and outdoor spaces, which can be programmed in partnership with other community resources. CREDITS: Page/EYP, architect; Albert Vecerka—Esto, photo

 


The unique labyrinth at the Monroe County Public Library Southwest Branch Library, Bloomington, IN, brings outdoor interest to the new building. CREDITS: Matheu Architects, PC, architect; Aubrey Dunnuck, photo

 


A sizeable social seating area and main stairs at the Frisco Public Library, TX, stand adacent to Rexy, a touchable 22' high, 42' long T. rex skeleton. CREDITS: Gensler, 720 Design, architects; Connie Zhou, photo

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