Images
Images
The sweeping helical staircase
An interior view, showing some of the artwork
Exterior of Braintree Library
Description
Description
Built next to a Listed Building, that included a listed screen wall, behind which the library has been built. The form of the building is a three story rotunda, in keeping with the listed building next to it, with a domed roof incorporating out shoots at ground level with ancillary accommodation including workrooms, childrens library and plant.The Children's library has been a particular success, designed by Animania - a company specialising in the design, construction and installation of unique environments for children.
Awards
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The Building
The Building
Type of library
District/area library
Size
1300 m2
Floors
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Architect
Internal
Building contractor
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The Space
The Space
Features and services
Special services
Exhibition/display areas, Retail outlets
External features
Art works, Nature of site, Building shape
Internal features
Design features
Energy efficiency
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Accessibility provision
Access to building, Access within building, Assistive technology, Critical distances, Parking, Signage / guiding
Interior designer
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Furniture suppliers
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Services and facilities suppliers
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IT provision
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Seats/study places
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Stock
69,976