Making a library feel like home

From Inside Toronto:

Architect Bruce Stratton says he took into account the local community\’s ideas and suggestions when creating initial floor plans for Runnymede Library\’s expansion, which were revealed at a public consultation meeting last week.

Stratton\’s goal is to provide a highly functional library, but at the same time one that\’s comfortable. Reiterating an earlier comment by Anne Bailey, Toronto Public Library\’s south region director at the meeting Thursday evening, he said a \”home away from home captures the feeling of what I\’d like to obtain.\”

Area residents have shared their feelings and offered their input since the first public meeting in September. They would like to see the library\’s front entrance maintained while keeping the integrity of the building. Access is a priority – for everyone. Right now the library is a little claustrophobic.

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