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Vellore Village Library: June 11 Update

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, new library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, Vellore Village Library

Progress on the highly-anticipated Vellore Village Library is increasingly noticeable. The installation of the external aluminum composite metal panels on the east, north and west elevations is nearly completed. Substantial progress has been made on ceiling works including installation of ceiling tiles and ceiling-mounted lighting systems. Painting and carpet installation have also been completed. Millwork items, such as desk and wall applications, will be installed next.

View looking south from Villa Royale Avenue

View from Villa Royale Avenue looking south towards the library.

Aluminum cladding work completed on the west elevation. External lighting has also been installed.

View from the main library area looking north. Ceiling and carpet works are completed.

Slatwall installation inside the library has begun.

Decorative light fixture hanging in the reading lounge.

Carpet in the children’s area.

The quiet study area.

All millwork pieces are onsite awaiting installation.

Maple Library’s new, vibrant window-covering

Posted on May 25, 2018 by Denise | Tagged city of vaughan, community library, Maple Library, new, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, wall art, windows

Photos of smiling customers now decorate an interior window at Maple Library.

The large interior window between the daycare and the library consists of ten smaller panes, each 3’ x 3’. Using an opaque, adhesive-backed vinyl to cover the window, the design is comprised of the happy faces of the library’s actual customers, on the top row with a beautiful swirl of colour on the bottom row that transforms the area behind the new Service Desk into a vibrant, inviting area.

Visit the library today; perhaps you will see someone you know!

VPL’s Graphic Designer, Elyse, in front of the window-covering showcasing some of Maple Library’s smiling customers.

Vellore Village Library: May 25 Update

Posted on May 25, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, new library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, Vellore Village Library

Vellore Village Library continues to take shape as countless construction projects are finished and new ones begin.

Main library area facing south towards the community centre.

Ceiling tile installation progressing well.

Close-up of installation of ceiling tile.

View on the library balcony.

Construction of VMC libraries is progressing well

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, PwC Tower, vaughan, vaughan metropolitan centre, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library, vaughan public libraries

Members of the community celebrated the topping off of the PwC building that will house the two libraries in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC). The building is located in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre adjacent to the VMC subway station and York Region Rapid Transit Bus Terminal.

The main VMC library occupies the second floor. The storefront library is located on the first floor directly behind the YMCA sign.

Margie Singleton, VPL CEO, standing in the future children’s area.

The view east towards the Transit Terminal.

The view into the future storefront library.

The view south towards library’s Marketplace. The open area will house a stairwell in the future.

Vellore Village Library: May 9 Update

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, new library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries

Construction activities on the library show steady progress. The most evident is the external work on the soffit and composite panel installation. Providing a shared entrance to the complex, the new vestibule is under construction. Interior work shows progress on bulkhead work as well as painting.

Activities scheduled for the next two weeks include west elevation panels installation, HVAC works, decorative suspended ceiling work, electrical wiring, spray foam in the new vestibule area, and miscellaneous drywall works.

Soffit and metal panel installation.

Work on new vestibule to the complex in progress.

Ceiling installation has commenced.

Close-up of ceiling tile installation.

Washroom accessories installed.

Installation of internal doors.

Painted walls in study area.

New features at Maple Library

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Denise | Tagged city of vaughan, community library, Maple Library, new, new furniture, vaughan, vaughan public libraries

A new service desk and an increased browsing area can now be found at the Maple Library to better serve you!

Some of our wonderful VPL staff showing the new Service Desk at Maple Library.

The increased browsing area.

Maple Library’s new Self Checkout area.

Visit Maple Library today and check it out yourself!

Vellore Village Library: April 18 Update

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, new library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, Vellore Village Library

Progress is moving steadily on the construction of Vellore Village Library. It’s easier to envision what this 8,300 square foot, hour-glass shaped library will look like when it’s finished, inside and out!

External view of library from Villa Royale,

Main library area facing south towards the community centre.

Main library area facing Villa Royale Avenue.

New vestibule for community centre and library

Construction of a new vestibule to the community centre and library.

Ongoing steel structure framing.

Lights have been installed in the staff workroom.

Windowsills in staff workroom installed and painting activities ongoing.

Staff kitchen cabinetry installed.

Bulkhead work completed.

Lights installation in the staff area is ongoing.

Painting of interior walls ongoing.

Drywalling and taping work continue in the quiet study area.

Wiring of balcony completed and ready for railing installation.

Vellore Village Library: March 6 Update

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, new library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, Vellore Village Library

Construction activities continue at the site of the new library. Glazing installation is nearly completed as insulation, drywalling and taping work continues. Ceiling framing and hangers are well underway and preparation for ceiling work has started.

Activities scheduled for the next two weeks include framing of the structural soffit, ceiling hangers installation, completion of bulkhead framing, tile work and IT room set-up to power equipment.

Drywalling and taping are progressing well.

Preparation for ceiling installation.

Tiling is underway in the washroom area.

Drywalling ongoing in the children’s area.

Insulation and drywalling activities in the study room.

Electrical panels have been installed in the IT room.

Decorative roofing detail work is ongoing.

PwC Tower with new libraries really taking shape!

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, foundation, frames, new, new library, PwC Tower, vaughan, vaughan metropolitan centre, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library, vaughan public libraries

Construction activities on the new libraries, on the first and second floors of the PwC Tower at the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) site continues with the anticipated completion date targeted for Fall 2019.

View of second floor main Library space and storefront Library on main level (red rectangular boxes surrounding the space) from south elevation.

New library on Villa Royale Avenue officially named

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Denise | Tagged building projects, building update, city of vaughan, community library, construction, new, new library, vaughan, vaughan public libraries, Vellore Village Library

The Vaughan Public Library Board is proud to announce that the official name of the 8,300-sq. ft. library connected to the Vellore Village Community Centre will be the Vellore Village Library!

Construction steadily continues. Ninety-five percent of the curtain wall glazing has been installed. Remaining glazing and sealing is expected to be fully completed in the next two weeks. The structural exterior stud work has also been completed.

Aerial view of the new library overlooking the skate park.

The south view from cantilevered balcony. Soffit framing continues.