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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Downtown: PDP PRESENTATION24 March 202


PROJECT BACKGROUND

In 2004, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Downtown & Business branch moved into newly renovated office space at 612 Smithfield Street, occupying the first floor and lower level. With that space now out-grown, the Library investigated various downtown sites for relocation, and ultimately concluded that its best solution was to remodel at 612 Smithfield Street.

Concurrent with the investigation of various sites during 2017, L+K facilitated the development of a program for the Downtown branch which acknowledges a changing downtown community and an evolving role for the Library. That program was updated in 2018 with input by CLP staff, facilities, and administration, and is attached within this document for reference. Changes in the nature of its Down-town collections, expanded teen and children’s departments, new partnering opportunities, new image considerations and other goals were outlined. During programming sessions, it was clearly expressed that the library should have an important presence downtown.

Throughout the site selection and Schematic Design process, all Library staff have been engaged par-ticipants, thoughtful about the role of the library and enthusiastic about the potential of the new space.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Participants:

Mary Francis Cooper President and DirectorRon Graziano Director, FacilitiesLinda Barsevich Director, Finances and AdministrationMary Monaghan Director for Public ServicesCarlton Stout Interim Library Services Administrator, Neighborhood LibrariesHolly Anderton Branch Manager, CLP DowntownLisa Dennis Collections CoordinatorErin Zambataro Youth and Family Services CoordinatorSarah Beasley Library Services Administrator, Collection Development

and many thanks to the input of CLP Downtown’s Librarian and Staff team

CLP Downtown Design Team:

Loysen + Kreuthmeier Architects ArchitectsWNA Engineering, Inc. HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection ConsultantWhitney Bailey Cox and Magnani, LLC Structural Consultant

Corner of Smithfield and 6th Avenue, on Marathon Day 2019

Corner of Smithfield and 6th Avenue, before Alcoa, and with Alcoa under construction


SCHEMATIC DESIGN NARRATIVE

With the goal of creating a vibrant presence for the downtown branch, one key consideration was to re-think the front façade and entry – that is, from the outside in.

• To create a more open, inviting façade, remove existing opaque spandrel glass and re-glaze the en-tire existing storefront with new clear glass, preferably with low iron, or other non-reflective, glass. Remove interior bulkheads along the windows to increase the opening height. • To create a more dynamic and visible entry, a new two-story vestibule is created with new glazing and storefront. The new storefront is angled to break the plane of the existing façade and enable sliding automatic doors to be used for entrance doors. Within this new angled entry is to be a large, lighted library logo – anticipated to be neon or LED, as an update to the large logo signs used to date.• Visible from the sidewalk and within the vestibule will be a new monumental stair (the original open-ing to the basement space will be closed in) and a new, machineroom-less elevator to the 2nd floor. These new vertical elements are anticipated to invite children, teen and partnering center users to their 2nd floor spaces.• Also visible from the sidewalk and vestibule will be the first bay of the library, dedicated to retail-like displays, all moveable, and pop-up activities or events.

On the interior, spaces are organized so that the primary adult collections as well window-shopping displays and grab-and-go collections are on the first floor. Staff work areas and book processing are also located on the first floor. For customer assistance, a hierarchy of options is provided:• I Can Help – first stop, aiming new customers in the right direction• Customer Services Desk – helping customers obtain a card, pay fees, or with other administra tive needs• Reference Desk – to help customers search for specific books or information • Partnering - places for help organizations to facilitate learning and research• Self-Service – book drop, self-serve reserves, self-check, self-serve printer/fax/copier, opac, & queue• Security Desks - two on the first floor and one on the second floor, with guards accustomed to fielding ad-hoc questions

Children’s and Teen’s spaces are located on the 2nd floor, along with Meeting Rooms and the new Partnering Center. Specific considerations for these include:

• All meeting rooms and programming rooms will have glass walls and doors for visibility• All meeting and programming rooms will have smart boards or tv screens• All desks will have access to power.• The Teen area includes a recording booth

Also located on the 2nd floor are the primary public toilets, which will have no doors, the Staff Lounge, and various back-of-house functions. A catering pantry serving the meeting rooms is located on the section floor.

The new design will create a more dynamic, three dimensional presence for the library entrance

Street view before Street view after


existing floor plans, basement & first floors


UP

17'-8

"

B

17'-8

"

C

17'-8

"

D

17'-8

"

E

17'-8

"

F

17'-8

"

G

A

reference

bookdrop

20'-11 7/8"

2

18'-4"

3

18'-4"

4

18'-4"

5

18'-4"

6

18'-4"

7

18'-4"

8

18'-4"

9

18'-2 1/8"

101

Vestibule

100a

Adult Collections

102

Manager's Office

103a

Workroom

103

Mini Offices

Janitor

107a

IT/ Server

107b

Unisex

106

Unisex

105

Elevator

Circ Rm

108

Pop-Up/Grab & Go

101

Stor

103c

Coats

103b

5 6

8 8

10 8

8 5

10

10

8

6

8

8 (5 Typ)

8

10

5

5

5

customer services

Computers

Reserves

display

I can help

overhead roll-down grille

security

security

stair up

automatic sliding door, typ of

two in vestibule

sloped entry floor

Pop-Up/Grab & Go

110

trucksbins

bw

trucks

staggered section

self check

copier

self check

catalog

Arcade Corr

100b

Corr

104

note: door to be readily openable from the egress

side w/o use of key, special knowledge or effort

12 March 2020

1ST FLOOR

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Downtown Renovation612 Smithfield Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

IFC Set

PROJECT NORTH

12 March 2020

1ST FLOOR




IFC Set

GENERAL NOTES

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

Codes: All work shall be done in strict accordance with applicable codes including but not limited

to ICC 2015 and City of Pittsburgh Amendments, and regulations and the highest written

standards specified by applicable trade associations.

Permits and Inspections: Building Permits and inspections shall be paid for and procured by the by

the Contractor.

Testing and Special Inspections: Concrete testing and other required testing or Special

Inspections are the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the Contractor.

Coordination: Contractors shall thoroughly familiarize themselves with existing conditions, finishes,

and materials prior to submitting proposals. Field confirmation shall include, but not be limited to,

critical dimensions, trueness of existing framing (where applicable) and critical substrates prior to

commencing work. Notify architect of any discrepancies or imperfections noted above that would

affect progress and/or installations of this contract.

Material & Equipment: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor and equipment necessary

for completion of the work. Materials noted on one drawing are typical for all materials similarly

depicted. All materials shall be new unless specifically indicated otherwise. Materials damaged in

transport or during construction shall be replaced at no cost to the Owner.

Salvage Materials: The Contractor shall remove the existing windows, doors and trim and set

aside as directed by Owner for salvage by Owner. Where doors/door frames or door casings are

marked for salvage or re-use - patch & re-finish areas where ex'g hardware is to be removed or

where new hardware is to be set in holes or notches smaller than the original. Alternate- replace

door, frame or casing w/ new to match.

Cutting & Patching: All existing finishes disturbed during the course of this work shall be restored

to original condition. New finishes shall match existing, where adjacent, as closely as possible,

unless noted otherwise.

Blocking: Provide wood blocking for all wall-mounted equipment, accessories, handrails, etc. as

required for structural integrity.

Fire Rated Construction: Any penetrations through existing fire rated construction are to be sealed

with appropriate fire-retardant sealants.

Do not scale the drawings. All Dimensions shall be field verified by the Contractor. Dimensions

not indicated on plan shall be verified with Architect prior to any construction.

Owner will abate any material required per the hazardous materials report where present in

accordance with the requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction. Clean all surfaces as

required to prep for new finish. ** Scrape paint and wallpaper from walls and columns to original

plaster. Notify Architect for inspection of original plaster prior to clear coating or painting for final

finished surface.

Abatement of Lead Paint: Remove all peeling paint concerning removal & abatement of lead paint

in compliance w/ all applicable codes and regulations of all authorities jurisdiction including those

of the Allegheny County Health Department.

Existing window caulking at windows to be removed may contain asbestos. Owner will

remove/abate ACM in compliance w/ all applicable codes and regulations of all authorities

jurisdiction including those of Allegheny County Health Department.

Areas disturbed through demolition are to be patched to match surrounding finish or condition

unless noted otherwise. New structural support to be provided to complete intended work

indicated.

Refer to Sheet A7.2 for scope of custom casework under separate contract. Coordinate with

casework by others.

KEYNOTES

1

Install new hardwood cased opening in shelving unit. Opening to be lit from the top.3

4 One-way reflective, fixed glass in partition wall to allow manager and staff to view public.

5

Install concealed wall brackets to support counters

6

7

9

New light weight concrete slab on metal deck, slope as required. Refer to structural drawings.

2 New raised concrete slab-on-deck. Raise 12"± in IT Room, and an addition 12"± in Janitor's

closet. Refer to structural drawings.

Install new fixed aluminum framed IG (insulated glass) window and sill to match existing

adjacent construction.

Install salvaged stainless steel semi-recessed fire extinguisher cabinet and extinguisher.

Interactive lighted wall by others8

Card access door10

Install new stainless steel semi-recessed AED cabinet, typ of (2) two, one per floor

AED devices by Owner

24 Jan 2020

ADDENDUM No.4: In Addendum Text

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Downtown: PDP PRESENTATION24 March 202 12 March 2020

2ND FLOOR




IFC Set

B

C

D

E

F

G

A

bookdrop

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101

Janitor

206e

Elevatorcustomer services

Women

207

Men

208

Info Blast

209

Meeting Room

212

Teens

201a

Teen Program

201b

Record'g

202

Storage

201c

Storage

204c

Mini

203

Children's Program

204b

Children's

204a

Family

205

Staff

206b

Staff

206c

Staff Lounge

206d

open

Open

Pantry

214

Copy/Fax

213

Meeting Storage

215

security

Building Storage

216

Tech Classroom

211

Study

210a

Study

210b

Study

210c

Study

210d

Exit

5 (4)

5 (4)

6 5

10 (3)

6 (4)

4

5 (5)

4 (4)

24 (4)

self check

Open

partnering librarian

teen librarian

children's librarian

8' cage partitions and lockable gates

bench seating w storage under

bench seating w storage under

pantry

ref

dw

trash

recyc

staff lockers

volu

ntee

r lo

cker

s

staggered section

pop-up

5 (5)

part

ner

files

programming general general general

Lobby

200a

Arcade Corridor

200b

Corridor

206a

Partnering

210

reading niche

2 (4)

PROJECT NORTH

GENERAL NOTES

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

Codes: All work shall be done in strict accordance with applicable codes including but not limited

to ICC 2015 and City of Pittsburgh Amendments, and regulations and the highest written

standards specified by applicable trade associations.

Permits and Inspections: Building Permits and inspections shall be paid for and procured by the by

the Contractor.

Testing and Special Inspections: Concrete testing and other required testing or Special

Inspections are the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the Contractor.

Coordination: Contractors shall thoroughly familiarize themselves with existing conditions, finishes,

and materials prior to submitting proposals. Field confirmation shall include, but not be limited to,

critical dimensions, trueness of existing framing (where applicable) and critical substrates prior to

commencing work. Notify architect of any discrepancies or imperfections noted above that would

affect progress and/or installations of this contract.

Material & Equipment: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor and equipment necessary

for completion of the work. Materials noted on one drawing are typical for all materials similarly

depicted. All materials shall be new unless specifically indicated otherwise. Materials damaged in

transport or during construction shall be replaced at no cost to the Owner.

Salvage Materials: The Contractor shall remove the existing windows, doors and trim and set

aside as directed by Owner for salvage by Owner. Where doors/door frames or door casings are

marked for salvage or re-use - patch & re-finish areas where ex'g hardware is to be removed or

where new hardware is to be set in holes or notches smaller than the original. Alternate- replace

door, frame or casing w/ new to match.

Cutting & Patching: All existing finishes disturbed during the course of this work shall be restored

to original condition. New finishes shall match existing, where adjacent, as closely as possible,

unless noted otherwise.

Blocking: Provide wood blocking for all wall-mounted equipment, accessories, handrails, etc. as

required for structural integrity.

Fire Rated Construction: Any penetrations through existing fire rated construction are to be sealed

with appropriate fire-retardant sealants.

Do not scale the drawings. All Dimensions shall be field verified by the Contractor. Dimensions

not indicated on plan shall be verified with Architect prior to any construction.

Owner will abate any material required per the hazardous materials report where present in

accordance with the requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction. Clean all surfaces as

required to prep for new finish. ** Scrape paint and wallpaper from walls and columns to original

plaster. Notify Architect for inspection of original plaster prior to clear coating or painting for final

finished surface.

Abatement of Lead Paint: Remove all peeling paint concerning removal & abatement of lead paint

in compliance w/ all applicable codes and regulations of all authorities jurisdiction including those

of the Allegheny County Health Department.

Existing window caulking at windows to be removed may contain asbestos. Owner will

remove/abate ACM in compliance w/ all applicable codes and regulations of all authorities

jurisdiction including those of Allegheny County Health Department.

Areas disturbed through demolition are to be patched to match surrounding finish or condition

unless noted otherwise. New structural support to be provided to complete intended work

indicated.

Refer to Sheet A7.2 for scope of custom casework under separate contract. Coordinate with

casework by others.

KEYNOTES

1

Install new hardwood cased opening in shelving unit. Opening to be lit from the top.3

4 One-way reflective, fixed glass in partition wall to allow manager and staff to view public.

5

Install concealed wall brackets to support counters

6

7

9

New light weight concrete slab on metal deck, slope as required. Refer to structural drawings.

2 New raised concrete slab-on-deck. Raise 12"± in IT Room, and an addition 12"± in Janitor's

closet. Refer to structural drawings.

Install new fixed aluminum framed IG & T (insulated & tempered glass) window and sill to

match existing adjacent construction. Exact measurements to be verified following demolition.

Install salvaged stainless steel semi-recessed fire extinguisher cabinet and extinguisher.

Interactive lighted wall by others8

Card access door10

Install new stainless steel semi-recessed AED cabinet, typ of (2) two, one per floor

AED devices by Owner

24 Jan 2020

ADDENDUM No.4: In Addendum Text

11 Existing windows to be re-glazed with IG & T (insulated & tempered glass). Verify existing

window sizes before replacing.


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