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Lexington Public Library

MARKSBURY FAMILY BRANCH

LOCATION

Lexington, KY

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COST
$17.0 M

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SIZE

30,000 sq ft

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TYPE

New Construction

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YEAR

2024

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ARCHITECT 

Champlin | EOP​

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CONTRACTOR

Rising Sun Developing​​​​​​​

The new Marksbury Family Branch provides a variety of versatile spaces, including a large community meeting room, multipurpose room, Makerspace, library staff areas, and small group study rooms. Its 2-story open space and outdoor amphitheater create an ideal setting for a wide range of community events, from presentations and art fairs to parties, gaming tournaments, and large gatherings.

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The building’s structure utilizes a composite steel floor deck with a steel moment frame lateral system. A distinctive feature is the series of slanted columns that support a dramatic cantilevered floor section above the main entrance.

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Awards
2024 AIA Kentucky Honor Award

2024 Library Design Showcase (American Libraries)

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LEXINGTON + LOUISVILLE + CHATTANOOGA

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Kentucky

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