Architectural interpretation of the national and university library in Prishtina; the influence in its surroundings

Jashari-Kajtazi, Teuta (2017) Architectural interpretation of the national and university library in Prishtina; the influence in its surroundings. Pollack Periodica, 12 (1). pp. 171-180. ISSN 1788-1994

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Abstract

In Kosovo, originality often meant leftovers inherited from other cultures during centuries of invasion and dominance under the Ottoman Empire. Considering the multinational and multicultural character of Kosovan society and its diversity of religions, Roman Catholic and Orthodox religious buildings cannot be disregarded either. The respect for tradition and the existing environment, including architecture are details to be considered. In this context, the National and University Library could and should be considered a valuable example for the years of general transformation in Prishtina and in all of Kosovo. Even with all the contemporary way of thinking, the traditions, the religion and other regional aspects were not entirely disregarded, especially in the case of the Library building.

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