Parnell Library, Auckland.

Progress, Volume V, Issue 6, 1 April 1910, Page 208

Parnell Library, Auckland.

Competitive designs were called for the above Library a short time ago, and fourteen designs were submitted. The design chosen was that sent in by My. A. B. Herrold, architect, Auckland. The building was not to cost more than £3,500, and the architect must be prepared to erect same for that arn'olint. There are two entrances to the building, one from the main road and one at the side.

The librarian's room is on the right hand side of front entrance, and controls the hall, so that any one entering or leaving the building is immediately under the eye of whoever may be in charge. The chief rooms are the lending department (37ft. x 26ft), newspaper room (27ft. x 21ft.), magazine room (20ft. x 16ft.). reference library (37ft x 26ft.), committee room (23ft. x 18ft.). and staff rooms. There are lavatories for ladies and gentlemen, with all conveniences. The building is finished in brick and stucco, is well ventilated and lighted, and ought to prove a valuable asset to the Borough of Parnell.