We have worked diligently to spill as much natural light as possible into the interior of the building. Overall, the building will be easy to circulate through and will project a warm and bright character. The atrium lobby is the heart of the library body. This space is roughly 60 feet wide by 60 feet long and 72 feet high. The north side contains a large glass wall to admit indirect light.
Balconies surround the space, and a vaulted ceiling soars above.
Glass is utilized in the balcony handrails to enhance the sense of openness in the space. This openness promoteds way-finding and allows for visual interaction not typically found in traditional, institutional libraries. The glass walls beyond the balconies provide acoustical privacy naturally required in a library. The main open stair on the south end is attached to a large concrete portal, serving as a sculpture to decorate the space. This space should be one of the most monumental and memorable spaces on the campus.