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East Atlanta Library stands in one of the largest historic districts in Georgia. With rapid new small businesses and local restaurant growth in the community, the library has become a welcoming destination for both residents and visitors passing through.

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. This project earned LEED Silver Certification.

Photographer: JandDImages, LLC

Client
Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library
Completed
2020
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Size
8,050 sq. ft
Total Project Cost
$11 M (Part of a six-library design-build program)
Services
- Architecture
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Plumbing Engineering
Project Type
- Community & Culture

Aside from more space and expanded seating, the community wanted to convey a feeling of “whimsy” and draw interest in their playful design theme, especially for children. This was achieved through strategic interior reconfigurations, which helped create dedicated quiet areas and study rooms for children and teens.

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