Library at The Dock is Australia's most sustainable community building. Situated on the waterfront of Victoria Harbour in Melbourne's Docklands, the three storey, 21st century library has been delivered through a unique partnership between Lend Lease, the City of Melbourne and Places Victoria. As well as a traditional library collection, the library offers an interactive learning environment, an impressive digital collection, multi-purpose community spaces and a performance venue that holds 120 people. Library at The Dock is a centre point for the Docklands neighbourhood, providing a place for culture, community interaction and learning. Setting new environmental benchmarks, the building is constructed primarily from Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) and recycled hardwood. The building includes sustainable features like: - passive ventilation - full height glazing on the ground level to capture natural light and 360 degree views of the surrounds - Low volatile organic compounds and formaldehyde materials ensure a high quality indoor environment Library at The Dock is a 55 metre long building with views of the waterfront and the adjacent 3,500 sqm Buluk Park. For more information on Library at The Dock visit www.victoriaharbour.com.au/play-here/library-at-the-dock

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1. Looks like a great building & I love the gorgeous CLT #timber interiors.
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