The modern design of the library helps signify and promote the future of classroom instruction and facilitate the growth of technology based learning. Accommodations within the library space have been designed to allow for flexible space definition by the user through moveable furniture.

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Energizing hues of blue and yellow evoked sunny skies and created a sense of wonder throughout the space. The school’s “Be Enthusiastic About Reading” program which encourages parents to read with their child each evening and record the titles of books on their BEAR card, inspired custom graphics for wallcovering and decals featuring hand-drawn, playful bears reading books and peeking out from behind blocks of color. Primary colors were featured throughout all interior finishes and furnishings, including acoustical clouds and panels, child-appropriate furniture, and carpeting. Mobile book stacks were specified to allow for maximum flexibility within the space and were arranged in a radiating pattern for maximum sightlines from the librarian’s office to all parts of the library.

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Due to the main façade being in Southern exposure, a large cantilevered overhang was designed in analysis of the sun angles throughout the school year to assist in shading the large storefront system as well as limiting solar heat gain within the space. The fifteen foot overhang also shades and protects a portion of the outdoor learning space that teachers frequently utilize in their curriculum with the planting beds in the courtyard so students can experience life sciences firsthand.