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Akron-Summit County
Public Library

Highland Square Branch

CBLH Design was selected to design the 12,000 square foot Highland Square Branch Library for the Akron-Summit County Public Library System in an established urban community of Summit County.  The design concept for this library is meant to be in context, yet act as an arrival point to the area. 

Owner: Akron-Summit County Public Library
Facility: Public Library
Construction: New Construction
Area of Building: 12,000 SF
Construction Cost: $1,635,000
Completion Date: 2007
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Akron Summit County Public Library - Highland Square Branch
Akron Summit County Public Library - Highland Square BranchAkron Summit County Public Library - Highland Square Branch

Important aspects of the project include functionality, building image, schedule and budget.  The design solution allows for good sight lines to all points of the library from the circulation desk and provides for separate activities for children, adults and seniors.