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Central Library

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Remment Koolhaas

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  1. The idea of a public library proper was reinvented;
  2. The building was erected against the background of inexpressive abstract urban development;
  3. Making the most of the possibilities of a small site;
  4. The starting points were functional sections, located with sufficient space for social contact;
  5. The glass shell was draped over the functional structure of the building, thus form was created from function.
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