Listed Library Refurbishment

We have developed options to renovate the ailing Falkland Library and worked with the community to help save it from closure. Together with local community groups, the library will now be managed by Falkland Community Hall Trust. The main task of the design was to improve the layout and functioning of the library. The proposal sets out to increase book, desk and reading spaces by removing the partitions, remodel the reading spaces, relocate the main desk to beside the entrance and keep an open plan layout within the main library. The corridor and store cupboard will be removed allowing for increased library floor space which can serve as a flexible meeting and gallery space.  The main desk will be placed by the entrance allowing for more control over access to the building, as well as improving service. The books will mainly be arranged along the wall, allowing for the floor space to be taken by other necessary library items: sofas, e-reading desks.