Central Library -
Phase II

Brooklyn, NY

With over 1.3 million users annually, and over 4,000 events per year the Central Branch of the Brooklyn Public Library is a community and educational hub for the borough. Envoie completed phase 1 in 2021, and is now working on the second phase of renovation, as part of a 4-phase Master Plan. The phase includes a consolidation of all administrative spaces onto the 3rd floor. The remaining collection areas will be revamped, along with a complete transformation of the kids and teens spaces and the Adult Learning Center. Exterior restoration of the stone façade will also be tackled during this phase as well as restoration of the original windows. All work is being completed in phases so as not to disrupt ongoing operations of the library, which will remain open during construction.

    • Comprehensive project management services.

    • Act as BPL’s advocate in all discussions with numerous approval agencies.

    • Development and maintenance of the project budget, cost tracking and funding allocation.

    • Review monthly requisitions and supporting documentation required for funding approval.

    • Relocation of BPL’s data center while maintaining operation.

    • Multiple funding sources that need to be managed to ensure eligibility

    • Strategic phasing of all the work is required to provide safety and functionality of spaces for staff and public while the library remains open.

    • Architect- Toshiko Mori Architects

    • Builder - Gilbane Building Company

    • Owner - Brooklyn Public Library

    • Renderings - Toshiko Mori Architects

“With new and expanded spaces for children, teens, and adult learners, the renovation of Central Library is an investment in the borough’s future.”

- Linda E. Johnson
President and CEO, Brooklyn Public Library

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