Conceptual Background: Public libraries have reinvented themselves in the last decade, reviving their role as beacons for civic pride, social and economic regeneration. The concept is to provide a solution that rejuvenates the neighbourhood by providing an environment where you are as likely, to meet a friend for coffee, to do your homework, to find out more about the history of the local community or to take part in an activity, as well as also being able, to borrow a book. Four crucial elements have been identified as crucial to today's public library: people, programmes, partners and places. A larger number and a wider mix of people are using the library thanks to the new and innovative programmes the libraries are running. Libraries now engage commercial partners, such as cafes or internet providers. This has made the library into a different kind of place, open for longer hours and more accessible to many users. The design draws on a modern architectural typology embodying new ideas which respond to the widespread use of information and communications technology (ICT) and the culture of lifelong learning; the solution plays a pivotal role in promoting greater social cohesion and a stronger sense of civic pride and local identity.

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