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Grand Opening Festivities | The Vision for the New Addition | The Construction Process
Grand Opening Festivities
May 31st, 2009 marked the grand opening of the library's new addition. After a few brief speeches by Library Director Daphne Platts, Commissioner Joel Bousman, Pinedale Mayor Stephen Smith, John Fixter of Fixter Construction and Principal Architect John Carney, the ribbon was cut by Ruth Noble. Noted classical Bryon Tomingas entertained over 200 guests as they enjoyed refreshments and explored the new facility which houses expanded meeting rooms, a Western history room and offices. Key members of the design and building team later hosted a discussion about the project.
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New Meeting Rooms Available
The New Lovatt Meeting Room holds up to 220 people, or partitioned off to hold 100 people. The New Board Room holds up to 15 people for adult gatherings only. View more information about the rooms and our policies.
About the New AdditionFAQs about Rammed EarthMedia about the Project
Inside 210 Public and Academic Building Projects for 2009: Saving the Planet Library Journal December 2009
The AIA (Western Mountain Region) Recognizes 2009 Achievements in Architecture The American Institute of Architects October 2009
The Casper Star-Tribune May 26, 2009
The Library Journal May 15, 2008
The Casper Star-Tribune March 24, 2008
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View photos of the May 31st, 2009 Grand Opening.
Photos are courtesy of Jackson-based photographer David Swift. To view more of David Swift's photographic work, view his web site at www.swiftio.com.
The Vision for the New Addition
In order to reflect the changing character of the region, a more modern look was chosen to complement the library's existing traditional log structure. Efforts were made to incorporate as many sustainable building techniques as possible, such as the installation of insulated rammed earth walls and use of natural light.
View the architects' plans and renditions. Visit the Carney Architects website about the project.
The Construction Process
View photos of construction of the new addition's rammed earth walls. Photos are courtesy of Victor Tvedten, who worked with Terra Firma Builders.
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