Library

The new public library, which will be co-located with the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, will be twice the size of the previous Katoomba library and will form an important hub at the heart of the precinct.

Some features of the new library design include:
An open library with approximately twice the space of the current library.
Two levels, with the upper level overlooking the entry foyer and library court.
Opportunity to better display the library collection and have areas to lounge.
Spaces for computer based terminals and meeting/teaching rooms.
A shared foyer with the Cultural Centre.
Aspects that take advantage of the exceptional views to the south and southwest.
Access onto a sunny library court yard.
Over 145,000 visits currently to the library, which could rise with the new library to over 180,000.
Flexibility in the configuration and use of the court and other spaces and facilities adjacent to the Cultural Centre.
Full disabled access.
Extensive use of natural light to within the building.
Direct lift access from the carpark levels below.
Library space will increase from 400m2 to 870m2.