Glen Allen Library

Incorporating Energy-Saving Measures in Renovation

Henrico County, Virginia

Our expansion of the library retains the existing building’s appeal, protects the landscape, and creates a sheltered courtyard.

The library houses approximately 80,000 books and other materials on low merchandizing shelving, as well as 40 public computers, and a “Founding Fathers” collection.

The 3,000-SF enclosed courtyard provides tiered seating for reading and special programs.

Highlights include a larger children’s area with a dedicated space—featuring a colorful rainforest theme, a comfortable reading area with fireplace, a specialized Teen Zone, and larger meeting rooms.

As the third design project we have completed for the Henrico County Public Library System, the major expansion and renovation at the Glen Allen Library in Richmond, Virginia, has more than doubled the existing 12,000-square-foot building to 25,000 square feet.

100%

increase in square footage

The building will be the first LEED^® building for the library system, reflecting a number of energy-saving and sustainable measures in design and construction. The building will feature more daylighting and low-VOC finishes, and the project site work will improve stormwater management. A touch-screen monitor in the entrance lobby will highlight the building's green features for library visitors.

Owner/Client

Henrico County

Certification

LEED^® Silver

Square Footage

12,000 SF

Cost

$3.625 million

Services

Architecture

Markets

Community Facilities

Regions

Mid-Atlantic