Project Details
Abonmarche worked closely with the South Haven Joint Building Authority to design a plan to upgrade and expand the city’s existing library facility — taking into account the building’s original Mid-Century design, while also addressing ADA accessibility features and creating a more open and inviting interior.
We collaborated closely with the library board, administrative staff, and citizen members of the design committee to determine needs, set priorities, and articulate architectural character. Our team helped the client facilitate an inclusive public meetings process to engage with their community; presenting options and assisting in the creation of an objective and transparent decision making process was helpful in accomplishing the client’s goal.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Public Engagement
- Grant Funding
- State/Federal Funding
- Facility Evaluation
- Design Process – Client Involvement
- Improved ADA Accessibility
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- South Haven Memorial Library – South Haven Memorial Library – n.d
- South Haven Memorial Library Facebook – Facebook – n.d
- https://www.southhaven.org/directory/south-haven-memorial-library/ – South Haven on Lake Michigan – n.d
- $2.3M South Haven Library Renovation Project – Herald Palladium – July 31, 2020
- SH Library Gets ready for re-opening of Renovated Facility – Herald Palladium – November 21, 2021
- South Haven Library will move to temporary location – Herald Palladium – September 16, 2020
- South Haven Library to reopen to public next month – WSJM – March 24, 2022
- South Haven Area Chamber Welcomes Newly Renovated South Haven Library – South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce – n.d.