Yushu Linfeng

Shangfeng Library is the first library in Taichung City with the theme of environmental education. The design of the building integrates nature and culture, and presents the image of a tall tree that died unfortunately during the construction of the library through public art. It evokes the feelings and impressions of the local people towards the tree, and lets the spirit of the tree coexist with the library.

The handsome, tall, and straight posture of the large camphor tree are outlined by stainless steel sculpture. The image of fish is engraved on the old and strong trunk, which is wriggling on the wall in the hallway space on the second floor of the library and looks like a natural eco-grass ditch. Fishes are swimming leisurely by stealth while the leaves, symbolizing diverse knowledge, are transforming into bright and colorful birds, spread their wings and hover on the branches, creating an elegant, delicate, and lively atmosphere. Hopefully, people will feel intergrowth and co-prosperity on this land. All the lushness of nature “used to” and“still be” deeply rooted in this land, like a meaningful poem, which will plant powerful ideas in people’s minds as time goes by.