Images
Images
Interior view
The computer section
The foyer (with part of gates in view on the right)
Close-up of the exterior at night
Exterior front of the building
Description
Description
Site in town centre, djoining a car park, Grade 2 building and landscaped conservation area. It is adjacent to the council's Information and Tourist Centre, and the Crown Court, helping to establish a civic core.
Distinctive recessed entrance area. Ornamental gates (in shape of a book) and striking exterior guiding. Ground floor development with lighting that is flicker free and mimics daylight and customised end panels to shelving.
Houses Whitfield Collection and local studies collection.
Awards
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The Building
The Building
Type of library
Medium sized town library
Size
596 m2
Floors
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Architect
Lindholt Springett / Aire Design
Building contractor
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The Space
The Space
Features and services
Special services
Provision of special materials, Services to particular groups, Specialist subject collections
External features
Art works, Nature of site, Landscaping
Internal features
Design features, Health and safety provision, Staff accommodation/facilities, Structural
Energy efficiency
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Accessibility provision
Access to building, Access within building, Critical distances, Furniture height, 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
General, Number of public computer terminals: 12
Seats/study places
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Stock
27,666