Cirencester Library
The refurbishment and redesign of a tired existing library intended to make the building a much more inviting and interesting place to go; a hidden jewel and the best modern building in town. This was achieved by increasing the transparency of the building, rearranging the floor plates and designing an exciting interior space. The entrance was moved to the front of the building, the glazing renewed, the elevations cleaned and the mechanical and electrical systems replaced. Comfort for all users will be dramatically improved.
The interior spaces of the library have been re-organised; downstairs will become a vibrant retail type space, created through lighting, finishes and furniture design, upstairs will be reserved for quieter activities.
The main internal design feature is a wave form timber slatted ceiling that invites customers into the building at the entrance and takes the eye right the way through the space to the far end of the library where it comes down from the ceiling in a sweeping arch to join the furniture.
Each part of the library has a different character; in the children’s section the furniture is designed to allow children to sit and read in alcoves or play or work at different heights. The teenage area of the library has listening posts, Playstation terminals and computer access. All books in the library are displayed with the front cover facing out; DVDs and CDs can be rented. You can check in or check out your own books, library staff no longer sit behind a desk, but walk the floor helping customers.
You can read, study and relax in comfort, the library has become an inviting destination for all ages.
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