
Richland Library Main | Richland Library
A renovation of the Main Library encompassed 175,656 square feet and three floors with a design solution focused on improved customer service and public gathering spaces that promote learning, creating and sharing. Reimagined spaces allow the library to deliver focused programming to the community through dedicated spaces that foster creativity and collaboration. Additionally, the aging infrastructure was renovated to preserve an architectural icon in downtown Columbia. Features include:
• Teen Maker Spaces and Deck
• Story Time and Puppet Stage
• Flexible Auditorium Space
• Art Studios
• Family Career Studio
• Computer/Video Labs
• Flexible Meeting Rooms (24)
• Staff/Support Areas
The design was a collaborative effort led by BOUDREAUX and included McMillan Pazdan Smith and Margaret Sullivan Studios.
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
PROJECT TYPE
Renovation
SIZE
180,026 sqft
DESIGN SERVICES
Programming and Design
Architecture
RECOGNITION
2022 Honor Award Columbia AIA
2021 Golden Nail Award Columbia Chamber of Commerce Impact Awards
2020 Merit Award from SC AIA
PROJECT TEAM
MPS
Margaret Sullivan Studios