Four private study rooms were added that provide quiet areas for collaborative learning and teamwork. Two new study rooms connect via a partition and can be used separately or together. The team also created a larger computer area, a laptop checkout kiosk and a pair of digital book self-checkout stands. The result is a library that is easier to navigate and offers different experiences for patrons of various ages.

The project’s largest challenge was incorporating a single-occupant restroom in the addition even though existing restrooms and the sewer line were located at the opposite side of the existing library. The team added a pump adjacent to the building at the new point of connection. Collaboration with the owner produced a design that ensured adequate flow while staying on budget.