Beaverton City Library

A library that doubles as a community center, while planning for future expansion.

Official Name: Beaverton City Library
Architects: Hacker Architects
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Neighborhood: Beaverton
Location: 12375 SW 5th St, Beaverton, OR 97005
Type: Library, institutional, education
Tags: Thom Hacker, Timber, 00'
Photographer: Unknown

“Proof that architecture can rearrange spirits and pry open minds. It may be possible to walk upstairs without saying “Wow!” but we dare you to try.”

The Oregonian

Project Description by Hacker Architects

This full service central library is designed around a significant public room, constructed of an "orchard" of graceful wooden columns arching upward into a wooden lattice of roof framing, architecturally invoking the city's nickname of the City of Trees. Light-filled open spaces for reading and browsing, separate children's and teen areas, public meeting rooms, and a large auditorium accommodate a variety of uses and noise levels. In addition to supporting typical library services, the facility hosts events from community meetings to local theater productions.