ROCHESTER CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY - TEEN CENTRAL
Since 1930, Central Library has served the residents of Rochester and Monroe County. Edge Architecture was commissioned to design and oversee construction of areas located in both buildings of the Central Library. Master Space Plan Phase 3 involved the relocation of Teen Central from the lower level to the second floor. The challenge was to create a space that was not only fun and playful to appeal to teenagers, but one that would help increase both visitor traffic and usage.
One year after the grand re-opening in March 2017, Teen Central experienced a 62% increase in traffic.
TEEN CENTRAL
Fun and innovative color-changing LED lighting provides a high-tech and fluid creative space. Infusions of literature engage and present the traditional function of a library, but in a new way.
TEEN CENTRAL
Individual activity areas to promote social interaction. Varied seating around technology, literature and traditional games give the space a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
IMAGINE YOU MEDIA LAB
Adjacent to Teen Central the ImagineYOU Digital Media Lab, is a learning space where teens can produce and edit musical compositions or videos.
IMAGINE YOU MEDIA LAB AND TEEN CENTRAL
Glass walls provide both sound control and transparency. Special attention was also given to the entry of the space for management of central access and control.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIM WILKES