Photo Gallery
October 1, 2018
New furniture ready and awaiting its final placement
Books now fill the many rows of shelving
Work on the upper floors nearing completion
Computing with a view at new workstations on the main floor
Small instructional space on the upper floor
More of the new colour palette that now adorns the library
August 20, 2018
During an early visit to the site, Paul Merrick, the lead architect who worked with master architect Ron Thom on Bata Library said the work was “dazzling” and expected the new library to be even more spectacular than when it originally opened.
A beautiful view looking skyward through the refinished stair to the newly restored skylight
A closer look at the signature rooftop skylight
Beautiful wood on the underside of stairs previously hidden under carpet was exposed and stained
Each ceiling panel was carefully removed and restored to its original beauty
The refinished ceiling is accentuated with new, energy efficient LED lighting throughout the library
Heritage wood features were renewed or relocated to preserve as many sections as possible
The new living wall is in place and ready to be planted
After being shortened to accommodate new sprinklers, bookshelves are ready to receive books again
Books are starting to return from storage to be restocked by library staff
New furniture was carefully selected to complement the classic Ron Thom style
Colour palettes were also deliberate to match to building's heritage
New computer workstations on the main floor overlooking the river
New meetings spaces will provide more opportunities for students to collaborate
The central staircase acts as a gateway to explore new study spaces and research centres
Breathtaking views of the river remain a constant throughout the library
Newly installed trellises have the library looking as good on the outside as it will on the inside
October 26, 2018
