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We Asked You to Pick a Seat!

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, new, new furniture, new library, PwC Tower, vaughan, vaughan metropolitan centre, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library, vaughan public libraries

Vaughan Public Libraries is preparing to open new Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) Libraries in Summer 2020! Interior work is progressing well and procurement of shelving, mill work and furniture is also being coordinated simultaneously.

While some furniture will be replicated from our other libraries, including study tables, study chairs and merchandising furniture; other furniture including lounge seating will be selected through the chair survey results completed last year.

We are pleased to announce we have received 551 survey results which are being reviewed. Thank you to all customers who stopped by to test out the eight unique lounge chairs that were displayed at Civic Centre Resource Library form November 18, 2019 to December 13, 2019. We were so thrilled to see the interest and involvement Vaughan Community showed in testing out the lounge chairs. Your feedback is crucial in helping us decide what lounge chairs VMC will have.

Some of the Lounge Chair Options for VMC Libraries

Project Update for VMC Library & Storefront Library

Posted on December 9, 2019 by Denise

Most of the walls, columns and ceiling are framed in and are approximately 65% complete with drywall. Mudding and taping will follow shortly. Some structural remediation from the base contract phase is also underway. Stair installation from the main floor to the second floor is now taking place. The library space is feeling great with wonderful views and is bright with light entering the space throughout the day. Anticipated substantial completion continues to be set for Summer 2020.

View towards VPL’s Children Area

Storefront Library

Inside Storefront Library

View from Library towards Transit Square

View west towards Children’s Area

View from Children’s Area towards east

Library stair delivery

Civic Centre Resource Library Received Gold Certification

Posted on December 9, 2019 by Denise

Civic Centre Resource Library received gold certification under the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification program! This is the highest standard available in the program and identifies buildings that have met a strict set of criteria and the highest standards of accessibility.

First library in Ontario to achieve this distinguished certification!

Gold Accessibility Certification

Civic Centre Resource Library Signage Project- Part 1

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Denise | Tagged building update, city of vaughan, Civic Centre Resource Library, new, new library, open to the public, renovations, resource library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, welcoming atmosphere, windows

Through a competitive bidding process, Vaughan Public Libraries has engaged Steel Art Signs to design external and internal signage for Civic Centre Resource Library. Internal signage installation has been completed and external signage is anticipated to be completed in 2020.

Library entrance signage.

Window graphics signage at entrance to direct customers to Library Return slot at side of building.

CREATE IT! and Teens space on first floor.

CREATE IT! space Recording Studio door.

Frosted vinyl signage on eight study rooms.

Washrooms signage.

Wayfinding signage for washrooms.

Hanging sign for Outdoor Patio on second floor.

Library Administration signage second floor.

Vaughan Metropolitan Centre and Storefront Library Interior Design

Posted on November 13, 2019 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, new, new furniture, new library, PwC Tower, vaughan, vaughan metropolitan centre, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library, vaughan public libraries, VMC, welcoming atmosphere, windows

BACKGROUND

Construction of the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) and Storefront Library is progressing well. Check out sneak peak of the interior design work that the architectural firm, MJMA, will soon begin in the library spaces.

VMC and Storefront Library Floor Plan

Storefront Library Precedent

Storefront Library Precedent

Storefront Library Precedent

Storefront Library- Concept Diagram

Storefront Library Perspective

Storefront Library- Interior Views

VMC Library – Second Floor – Plan

VMC Library Front Desk

VMC Library Colored Fins Sequence

VMC Second Floor and Storefront Library Concept Elevation/Section

VMC Library -Children Area Floor Plan

VMC Library- Children Area

While some furniture at VMC and Storefront Library will be replicated with ones from existing libraries, other furniture like the lounge seating will be selected with your feedback. Arrangements have been made to make sample of these chairs available for you from November 18 to December 13 at Civic Centre Resource Library. We hope you will try out the chairs and share your input with us!

New Furniture at Pierre Berton Resource Library

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Denise | Tagged new, new furniture, open to the public, PBRL, Pierre Berton Resource Library, vaughan public libraries, welcoming atmosphere

Have you seen the new furniture at Pierre Berton Resource Library? Stop by and enjoy the comfortable and cozy new seating all around the library!

Project Update – Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, community library, construction, new, new furniture, new library, open to the public, PwC Tower, vaughan, vaughan metropolitan centre, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library, vaughan public libraries, VMC, welcoming atmosphere, windows

PROGRESS OF CONSTRUCTION WORKBACKGROUND

Construction continues at Vaughan Metropolitan Centre and Storefront Library. Staff had an opportunity to visit the site and observe progress made to date. Plumbing, electrical and mechanical activities are all underway. Landscaping work around the building has been completed and construction fit-out phase continues. The anticipated substantial completion is targeted for Summer 2020, with the opening of the facility to follow about a month later.

North-west view of PwC tower

Main entrance to the tower located steps away from the bus terminal.

East-west promenade shared space between project partners.

View into the community kitchen space to be operated by VPL.

View into the second story library from what will be the entrance to the Library.

Gold band along the south façade of the Library’s Marketplace area.

West view from the Marketplace into the Children’s area.

View into staff workroom

View into quite study space

New Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital Library Renderings and Floor Plan

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital Library, new, new furniture, new library, open to the public, vaughan public libraries, welcoming atmosphere

Exciting news for Vaughan citizens about the New Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital Library. Renderings and floor plan of the beautiful new 4000 sq ft library coming to your neighbourhood are now available for your viewing!

View from Children’s Area facing east towards main entrance lobby

South view from main corridor towards library

Main entrance of library facing south towards Major Mackenzie Dr.

Reading Lounge facing north towards main corridor

Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital Library Floor Plan

Vellore Village Library Recognized in American Libraries’ 2019 Library Design Showcase

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Denise | Tagged awards, new library, open to the public, recognized, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, Vellore Village Library, Vellore Village South Library, welcoming atmosphere, windows, winners

Once again, one of Vaughan Public Libraries’ locations was recognized for its exceptional and innovative architecture! Vellore Village Library, our tenth and newest branch, was featured in the American Libraries’ 2019 Library Design Showcase as one of 13 top libraries in the United States and Canada. The library was recognized for its visionary and interesting infrastructure that provides exciting spaces to address library user needs for community learning, gathering and creating.

A mix of public, academic, school and special libraries that were completed between May 1, 2018 and April 30, 2019 were recognized for the 2019 Library Designs. The highlighted projects are available to view in the American Libraries September/October magazine’s issue.

Vellore Village Library Exterior

Vellore Village Library beautiful interior architect

Vellore Village Library outdoor sitting patio

Reading spaces filled with abundant natural light with various seating options

Civic Centre Resource Library Recognized for the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Award

Posted on August 28, 2019 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, civic centre, Civic Centre Resource Library, construction, decor, open to the public, vaughan, welcoming atmosphere, windows

Commitment to build an exceptional and lively city and providing exciting spaces for the future are just a few notable features of the recipients of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Federal Gas Tax Fund distinguished award. AMO award is presented annually to municipal governments that showcase excellence in the use of the Federal Gas Tax Fund. Tim Simmonds, Vaughan’s Interim City Manager, received the award at the annual AMO Conference in Ottawa on August 20 for Vaughan Public Libraries’ Civic Centre Resource Library (CCRL).

CCRL, an award-winning and LEED Silver Certified library, successfully “offers programs and resources in a modern public space, all while using less energy than traditional building models” Jamie McGarvey, AMO President. CCRL encompasses energy-efficient features including LED and motion sensor lighting, efficient mechanical and electrical systems, high-performance insulation and windows, drought tolerant landscaping, low-flow plumbing, roofing that reduces heat loss, refillable water stations, three-stream recycling services, low volatile organic compound sealants, adhesives, paints, and coatings and more! It is indeed an accomplishment when one infrastructure can make a difference in our community by addressing local needs, creating economic growth and achieving environmental outcomes.

We invite you to stop by CCRL to see this exceptional project that has redefined traditional expectations of libraries all while enjoying the variety of programs and resources we offer.