We give the
same attention to the quality of the design of our smaller libraries
as we offer our largest projects. This 5500 square foot addition
will double the size of the existing Watseka Public Library. We
designed this addition in a manner that enabled the construction
to be phased to allow the library to remain in operation during
nearly the entire construction process. The library was forced
to close for only 4 days.
Careful attention to detailing and
an appropriate selection of materials will result in an addition
that is exciting yet still works within the architectural context
of the existing library.
The large north windows will fill
the children's library with light and will give young readers
a pleasant and secure place in which to explore the world of books.
June 2003
construction shot. The original portion of the library is just
visible in the background
Floor Plan Detail
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The Children's Library gives young readers a safe, bright place
to discover reading
Interior view
of the young adult area. Careful attention to interior sight lines
gives young adults a space of their own yet allows the space to
be monitored by staff at the circulation desk
Interior view of the library from the circulation desk. The young
adult area is in the foreground, the children's library is beyond
The
"Before" view. New furniture, lighting, finishes and
a fresh color palette makes a huge difference |
