As part of the Atlanta-Fulton County Library System’s (AFCLS) $11 million, six-library design-build program, the Cleveland Avenue Library was in need of substantial space reconfigurations to cater to a growing community.
Client
Atlanta, Georgia
Location
Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library
Total Project Cost
$11 M (Part of a six-library design-build program)
Project Type
Libraries
Completed
2020
Size
13,000 sq. ft.
Services
Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering
Photographer
JandDImages, LLC
Renovations included expanded space for group study rooms, a new children’s reading area, and additional seating along the perimeter of the building. The facility also received ADA accessibility upgrades, and enhancements to all mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
LEED Platinum Certified
Targeted sustainability efforts were a pivotal aspect of this project. This encompassed roof modifications to accommodate rooftop mechanical units alongside the installation of expansive solar arrays, projected to fulfill over 40% of the building’s power requirements.
These deliberate measures culminated in the building’s attainment of LEED Platinum certification, distinguishing it as the first LEED Platinum certified library in the State of Georgia.
CPL provided design leadership throughout project planning and construction with design/build partner, CT Darnell Construction, managing budget and construction delivery. 720 Design led interior design efforts.
