Kaohsiung Public Library Main Branch Introduction
Kaohsiung Main Public Library is located on Xinguang Road and is a building that combines plants, environmental sustainability, and culture. This eight-story new main library features a spacious area of 37,233 square meters, with a circular interior and square exterior, built around the concept of trees and centered on books, creating an open and friendly space that integrates nature and architecture. In terms of architecture and design, the new library has several groundbreaking innovations: a steel rod suspended structure, a suspended landscape atrium, a 7.5-meter high column-free sheltering plaza, modular space arrangement, and extensive greening for energy efficiency and carbon reduction. It is a new model for green public buildings, with minimalist design and natural greenery that creates a tranquil and comfortable reading space. Kaohsiung's unique warmth is also present in the library, which has collected over 700,000 volumes through public fundraising efforts. Additionally, there is a significant "Gratitude Tree" inside the library, thanking citizens and everyone for their participation in establishing an eternal cultural memory for Kaohsiung. The first floor of the main library is a semi-open space, and the rooftop features a sky garden with views of the bay area. In this welcoming reading area, reminiscent of the large banyan tree in old village squares, there are lively conversations and the sound of reading, making it a cultural highlight of Kaohsiung at any time of day or night.
