Beautifying the Inside

Construction is moving along.  As you can see from this month's photos, the glass wall on the front of the building is almost complete.  I am longing to see the finished product - just clean glass with no trucks, no temporary exteriors.  It is going to be incredibly beautiful, from inside and outside.  

Inside the building, the mechanicals, electric and plumbing systems are mostly complete, and work is starting on some of the finishes.  Some of the cabinetry has been installed in the reference area.  The golden finish on the wood matches the existing wood finishes in the old building. 

Paint on the walls makes a huge difference.  Some of the space is much brighter wearing its new colors.  Rich reds and blues in the children's and young adult space increase their appeal.  

I'm looking forward to seeing what next month brings - until then, stay warm! 

 I can't wait to see this wall finished - it is going to be gorgeous!

New cabinetry in the reference area (2nd floor).

The view from the mezzanine.  

Color on the walls gives us a sense of the finished space. 

The children's craft space (3rd floor).

Bathrooms on each level! Wahoo!

Young Adult area - this will be glassed. 

Blink and You'll Miss It!

Construction is zooming along.  Each month when I document the progress of the Boyden Library project, I think "Now, this is really exciting!"  And it never gets old - it never stops being exciting.  Watching the old building change and the addition take shape, I am thrilled with what our community has created for itself.

The  new glass wall gives passers-by a look inside the library, and it won't be long before we'll see it bustling with activity.  The interior spaces have brightened considerably as they have been framed.  Carpeting, furniture and finishes will create a warm and welcoming space for the whole community.  Hardscaping features, such as new sidewalks, hint at the beautiful landscaping to come.

Watch for details on our "Grand Re-Opening" this spring!

Installation of the glass curtain wall is well underway.  The field stone plinth is almost complete. 

Imagine this sunny spot with a couple of cozy armchairs.  Perfect!

Inside, things have brightened considerably

Walkway to the entrance.

Walkways are laid out and will soon be poured. 

Parking space below the library.