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The Tacoma Public Library Main Branch is once agai The Tacoma Public Library Main Branch is once again a vibrant cornerstone of the community. Our design emphasizes accessibility and adaptability, ensuring the library serves as a welcoming space for all. Swipe to explore features like the Maker Labs, Children’s Area, Teen Space, and the upper-level Community Hub, now home to several of Tacoma’s incredible community organizations. 

Client: @tacomalibrary
Architecture & Interior Design: @buildingworkarchitects
Structural Engineer: @holmes.us
Electrical Engineer: Cross Engineers
Mechanical/Plumbing: Hultz BHU
Lighting Design: @blancalightingdesign
LEED Consultant: @archecology_seattle
Contractor: Neely Construction
Community Hub Partners: @tacomatoollibrary, @write.253, @toolboxlabs, @remakery.tacoma 
Photos: @dougwalkerphoto

 #seattlearchitects #publiclibrary #educationdesign #librarydesign
Team Spotlight: RJ Van Liere, AIA, Associate With Team Spotlight: RJ Van Liere, AIA, Associate

With over two decades of architectural experience, RJ is a valued member of our team, bringing expertise in mixed-use design, historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and education projects. At BuildingWork, he currently leads several significant projects, including the Metropole Building—our LEED Platinum adaptive reuse project in Seattle's Pioneer Square Historic District. Known for his collaborative approach and technical expertise, RJ excels in building consensus among stakeholders and addressing complex design challenges. 

Click the link in our bio to learn more about RJ and the rest of our team. 

Photo: @nate_watters

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This Earth Day, we’re reflecting on what it mean This Earth Day, we’re reflecting on what it means to build sustainability in Seattle. 

With the urgency of the climate crisis, reducing our reliance on fossil fuels is more important than ever. Preservation and adaptive reuse are key strategies for cutting carbon emissions while honoring the history and character of our cities. At BuildingWork, we believe in designing spaces that respect the old while embracing the new, ensuring our built environment evolves responsibly while maintaining a sense of place.

Photos: Doug Scott, @dougwalkerphoto, and Ben Benschneider 

#seattlearchitecture #adaptivereuse #sustainability #earthday
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