Appomattox Regional
Library System

The roof is close to being completely framed in, and it is easier than ever to visualize the finished interior. The ceiling will remain open showing natural wood. The exterior of the roof is yet to come and remains covered in protective material. The inside masonry is progressing, with the brick columns going up as the roof is built. The mechanical systems, shown here as HVAC conduits,  will eventually be out of sight. The open areas near the roof line will be windows that allow natural light into the building. Wood, brick and light will combine to create an interior echoing the setting outside.

Big excitement today as the rafters of the roof are going up. Please enjoy the video below showing the materials being moved into place, and then the A-frame being manuevered into the brackets already installed where the roof meets the wall.

Work is progressing despite the recent stormy weather. Recent visitors will notice the building now has walls and some roofing. Masonry work will continue in the coming weeks.

 Browse the photos below. Can you identify the sections of the library that are pictured? Please log in and comment if you know them!

Walls are up with the roofing started this week. Onlookers will recognize the cafe area with the view of Scott Park. The children’s area beyond the meeting room still lacks the round silo detail but is otherwise progressing. The meeting room itself is well underway. The bright purple walls are a temporary but colorful feature of the building this week.

More exciting changes, as the walls start to go up. The cafe walls take shape with large window areas left exposed. Patrons will be able to sit at the counter and view the park. To the side that is facing the court house, work continues on the meeting room.