UPHAMS LIBRARY

This project for the Uphams Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library sought to exemplify the synthesis of various elements—cultural, and environmental—to create a sustainable and community-centric architectural intervention. Uniquely located next to Dorchester Burial Ground, the goal was to create a space for members of the community to engage with their curiosity through various spaces catering to their needs.

Roughly a third of the of the site was to be dedicated to affordable housing along with another third going towards exterior spaces and lastly a third for the library. By embracing bio-based material, engaging with as well as challenging local context, and fostering inclusivity, the design seeks to reimagine the role of public libraries in the 21st century.