Images
Images
View of Learning Centre within Gorbals Library
Bookshelves at Gorbals Library
View of exterior of Gorbals Library
Children using the Game Cube at Gorbals Library
Description
Description
Designed for the 21st century, the building has a high degree of visibility with large glass windows intended to attract those who would be unlikely to consider entering a traditional library.
Awards
Highly Commended (Heart of the Community Award) Public Library Building Awards 2005, learndirectscotland's "Champion Learner of the Year - Older Learner Award."
The Building
The Building
Type of library
District/area library
Size
700 m2
Floors
-
Architect
CRGP
Building contractor
-
The Space
The Space
Features and services
Special services
Audiovisual/Multimedia areas, Hosting of other agencies, Open learning provision, Services to particular groups
External features
Shared building
Internal features
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Energy efficiency
-
Accessibility provision
Furniture height
Interior designer
Curious Oranj
Furniture suppliers
Demco Interiors
Services and facilities suppliers
-
IT provision
General, Internet access, Number of public computer terminals: 50
Seats/study places
60
Stock
22,000