Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub Visual Story
Arrival & Outdoor Veranda

Sounds
- Birds chirping
- Trees rustling
- Vehicles passing by
- Footsteps on concrete
- Automatic doors opening

Smells
- Fresh air
- Mulch
- Rain on pavement (seasonal)
- Wooden scent
- Vehicle exhaust fumes (occasional)

Feel
- Changing surfaces (bitumen/concrete)
- Automatic door motion
- Flat concrete
- Cool breeze
- Dampness from rain (occasional)

Sight
- Modern architecture
- Glass facade
- Trees & greenery
- Vehicles parked
- Concrete steps
Entrance & Reception

Sounds
- Footsteps echoing
- Directional instructions
- Loud & busy
- Electronic beeping
- Café sounds

Smells
- Books
- Cardboard
- Coffee aroma (distant)
- Controlled air environment
- Wooden scent

Feel
- Cool tiles
- Smooth reception desk
- Wooden textures
- Controlled air environment
- Close personal proximity

Sight
- Directional signs
- People queueing
- High ceilings
- Book shelves
- Fluorescent lights
Whispers Café & Amenities

Sounds
- Clinking of cutlery
- Sudden shouts (Theatrette)
- Café sounds
- Footsteps on tiles
- People talking

Smells
- Cooking odours
- Coffee aroma
- Baked goods
- Cleaning products
- Fragrances & deodorants

Feel
- Money handling
- Bustling atmosphere
- Smooth counters
- Close proximity to others
- Hungry & thirsty

Sight
- Rainbow banners
- Timber structures
- Café dining space
- People eating & drinking
- People queueing
Lower Study Area & Community Meeting Rooms

Sounds
- People talking in regular tones
- Echoes
- Keyboard sounds
- Pages turning
- Distant café sounds

Smells
- Cleaned carpet
- Wooden furniture
- Controlled air
- Fragrances & deodorants
- Paper

Feel
- Textured carpet
- Concentration
- Group work anxiety
- Changing surfaces (tile/carpet)
- Cool controlled air

Sight
- Grey carpet tiles
- Wooden & brick walls
- Group tables
- Fluorescent lighting
- People working in groups
Gallery

Sounds
- Echo
- Footsteps on timber
- Soft conversations (whispers)
- Airconditioning hum (soft)
- Silence

Smells
- Polished wood
- Air conditioning
- Faint paint
- Paper
- Cleaning products (mild)

Feel
- Focused
- Smooth timber floor
- Open area
- Quiet space
- Cool air

Sight
- Polished timber floors
- Changing artwork displays
- People watching exhibits
- Flourescent lights
- Glare
Theatrette

Sounds
- Loud storytelling
- Children laughing
- Prams moving
- Footsteps on timber
- Echoes

Smells
- Timber
- Children's snacks
- Baby powders & nappies
- Cleaning products (mild)
- Airconditioning

Feel
- Smooth timber
- Vibrant energy
- Soft seating
- Comfortable atmosphere
- Elevation

Sight
- Tiered seating
- Timber walls
- Prams
- Bright lighting
- Colourful mural
Children's Library

Sounds
- Soft chatter
- Pages turning
- Activities from the Theatrette
- Occasional laughter
- Air conditioning hum (soft)

Smells
- Books & paper
- Clean carpet
- Coffee aroma (faint)
- Air freshener
- Wooden shelves

Feel
- Textured carpet
- Cool air
- Fun happy environment
- Changing surfaces (tiles/carpet)
- Comfortable seating

Sight
- Tiered seating
- Large windows
- Book shelves filled with books
- Parents & children reading
- Colourful décor
Mezzanine

Sounds
- Clinking of café dishes
- Footsteps on timber
- Background music
- People chatter
- Air conditioning hum

Smells
- Coffee aroma (strong)
- Baked goods (strong)
- Wooden scent
- Fabrics
- Controlled air

Feel
- Smooth glass railings
- Wooden handrails
- Soft seating cushions
- Cool air conditioning
- Firm wooden steps

Sight
- Rainbow colours on stairs (occasional)
- Wooden panelling
- Glass railings
- Tiered seating
- Bookshelves
Library Level One

Sounds
- Soft whispers
- Pages turning
- Keyboard typing
- Occasional chair movement
- Hum of air conditioning

Smells
- Books & paper
- Carpet & Fabric scents
- Cleaning products (mild)
- Deodorants & fragrances (occasional)
- Controlled air environment

Feel
- Cool air
- Soft carpet underfoot
- Relaxed
- Comfortable cushioned seats
- Disorientation / anxiety

Sight
- Rows of bookshelves
- People reading & working quietly
- Private study pods
- Group seating areas
- Timber features
Maker Space

Sounds
- Keyboard typing
- Mouse clicks
- Soft chatter
- Instructional voice
- Printer hum

Smells
- Cleaning wipes
- Electronics
- New furniture
- Carpet
- Air conditioning

Feel
- Smooth tables
- Cool air
- Close proximity to others
- Instructional environment
- Interpersonal anxiety

Sight
- Computer screens
- Wooden slats
- Acoustic panels
- Mixed seating
- Large tables
IT Lounge

Sounds
- Air conditioning hum (increased volume)
- Keyboard typing
- Directional instructions (occasional)
- Occasional chair movement
- Limited talking

Smells
- Faint scent of electronics
- Carpet fabrics
- Neutral office scent
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products (mild)

Feel
- Cooler environment
- Smooth desk surfaces
- Focused
- Clean office environment
- Soft carpet underfoot

Sight
- Rows of computers
- Contrasting carpet colours (Green-grey)
- People at work
- Spot lighting
- Large glass windows
Council Chambers

Sounds
- Strong voices
- Footsteps on carpet
- Door creaks
- Chair movements
- Announcements

Smells
- Polished wood
- Clean carpet
- Cleaning products
- Deodorants and perfumes
- Paper

Feel
- Soft carpet
- Cool air
- Interpersonal anxiety
- Formal and professional
- Sense of history

Sight
- Colour contrasts in the carpet
- Wooden features
- Black leather chairs
- Red office style chairs
- Large windows and curtains

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