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Indio City Library
City of Indio

The City of Indio, in collaboration with Holt Architecture, is revitalizing its civic center to emphasize long-term commitments to education, economy, and community engagement. The new three-story City Hall (37,722 SF) and one-story Library (7,950 SF) are designed with a contemporary flair, serving as a community anchor near the College of the Desert and facing the downtown business district. This development includes a public plaza, enhanced desert landscaping, and a greenbelt, with parking upgraded by PV canopies for renewable energy on the 134,332 SF lot. The project is a testament to Indio's environmental stewardship, aiming to reduce energy consumption and lower the carbon footprint, symbolizing the city's vibrant future.

 

The Indio City Library embraces a simpler, more user-centric approach compared to its neighbor, the Indio City Hall, which focused primarily on civic engagement. The library's design prioritizes user comfort over bold architectural statements, making it a quaint, complementary feature to Indio's civic center. The library utilizes a tall, U-shaped structure with high clerestory windows that bring natural light deep into the building, creating a welcoming, airy atmosphere. High ceilings encourage patrons to meander and explore the library's extensive learning resources. For those needing privacy, the architecture subtly guides them to quieter study spaces located on the periphery of the public areas. This design aspect is visible from the exterior plaza through the changing of the roof's structure and form.

Indio, CA

Location

7,950 SF

Building

134,332 SF

Site

In Construction

Status

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