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Originally Posted by phrenic
Maybe it's not news to some people but I've heard that the city has finally issued expressions of interest to architectural firms who would want to design this.
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The tender is available on the HRM website. Here is some a summary of what they are looking for in a library (taken from the doc):
2.1 Guiding Principles
+ A civic landmark and a source of pride and inspiration for all residents.
+A centerpiece of the Capital District, contributing to the economic revitalization of the downtown and sparking cultural and learning activities.
+An accessible, bright, and welcoming destination for adults, youth, families and newcomers providing opportunities for civic and social interaction as well as quiet individual use.
+ An environmentally friendly, sustainable building.
+ A rich resource centre for knowledge, learning and personal growth.
+ An asset to the branch libraries by providing resources which assist them in being more responsive to local community needs.
+ An adaptable and flexible space that will be able to meet the changing needs of users and accommodate new innovative technologies and new demands
The selected proponent will need to offer:
+ A high level of sustainable design – delivering at minimum a building which meets or
exceeds LEED Silver certification requirements
+ At least 116,000 square feet of net floor space, which in addition to meeting the programming
requirements of the Library, includes 7000 square feet of ground floor retail space.
+ A parking solution which takes into account the redevelopment plan for adjacent municipally
held lands.
+ A number of office levels, to be determined.