Boulder Public Library
Boulder, Colorado

1st Place National
Award of Excellence

Owner:

Boulder Public Library

Architect:

Vernon Seieroe Architect
Boulder, Colorado

Construction Cost:

$9,500,000

Delivery:

Bid - Lump Sum

The glass and sandstone addition doubled the size of the complex. The library has an elaborate natural lighting system that minimizes energy consumption. The second floor has indirect lighting from the reflection of the sun and sky. Banks of windows are operational, electric lights use a timer or occupancy sensory system. An evaporative cooling system provides fresh, humid air, efficiently controlling the interior climate without the use of fluorocarbons.