Ruth Faulkner Library
PROJECT NAME
Ruth Faulkner Library
LOCATION
213 Wright Street
Cloverdale, WA
PROJECT TYPE
New
LIBRARY TYPE
Public
PROJECT BUDGET
$37,734,520
COMPLETED
2020
The library’s collections situated over two levels are attractively showcased in a bookstore discovery layout.
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Comments
Situated in Belmont Hub, Ruth Faulkner Library was built as a multipurpose cross-generational flexible and adaptable space strategically designed to be co-located with the Belmont Museum; Seniors Hub; Café; and community service organisations. Low maintenance, polished concrete floors, high ceilings with exposed services and suspended acoustic ceiling panels feature throughout to create an industrial aesthetic. This reflects the City of Belmont’s unique historical mix of residential, light industrial and commercial land uses.
The project achieved the objectives of a digitally enabled, adaptable and accessible design offering:
• Dedicated rooms and flexible spaces for programs
• Quiet spaces and collaborative spaces for different levels of focus and engagement
• Spaces to enable learning, creativity and innovation
• Family friendly spaces; and an
• Opportunity to explore Belmont’s history
Supporting resources
Ground Floor
First Floor
Booklet
Bulletin Article
Library details
Organisation/Council/Shire Name
City of Belmont
Type of Build
New
Architect/Designer
Bollig Design Group
Floor Space
Belmont Hub 7,735sqm Library takes up 3,060sqm (39.5%)
Project Budget
Construction $37,734,520 | Fitout $3,797,843
Principal Contractor/builder
PACT Construction
Energy Rating
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Carpet & Flooring Finishings
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Shelving
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Signage
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Fixed/Loose Joinery
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Lighting
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RFID Technology
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AV Equipment
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Awards & Recognition
2021 Australian Library Design Awards, Highly Commended, Public Library
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