Library! at Bown Crossing / FFA Architecture and Interiors

The design for the Library! at Bown Crossing originates from a historic and natural context that uniquely links building and place. Panoramic mountain views are to the north, while historic East Boise Avenue and the Oregon Trail lie to the south. The site itself is nestled between pedestrian-oriented commercial development and an elementary school. With this range of community context surrounding it, the new library is poised to strengthen the physical and psychological connections among these elements by building on the unique history, natural ecology, and contemporary vitality of the area.

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Architects: FFA Architecture and Interiors

Location: 2153 E Riverwalk Dr, Boise, ID 83706, United States

Principal: Troy Ainsworth, AIA
Project Manager: Ian Gelbrich, AIA, LEED AP

Project Designer: Karl Refi

Area: 16000.0 ft2

Project Year: 2017

Photographs: Gabe Border

Job Captain: Meghan Panarella

Architectural Staff: Tyson Staab

Interior Designer: Brenda Katz

Contractor: CM Company, Inc.

Consultants: KPFF Structural Engineering, Interface Engineering, Quadrant Consulting, JensenBelts Associates

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