Rockingham Library Visual Story

1. Arrival and Parking

The arrival and parking area at Rockingham Library is located within an open-air car park with bitumen surfaces, trees and landscaped garden beds with mulch and grass. The library is a two-storey masonry building with brick and terracotta tones, light cream finishes and large glass windows fitted with white metal sunshades. Bollards and street lighting are positioned along the pathways and parking areas. Two accessible car parking spaces are located adjacent to the main entry.

Wide, flat concrete pathways with brick edging connect the car park to the library entrance. These pathways provide step-free access and are supported by directional signage. The surrounding area includes trees and low garden beds. This space is used for vehicle parking and pedestrian access to the library.

A road curves gently to the left, bordered by trees on both sides. On the right, a sign reads "Murdoch University" near a lamppost. A smaller sign and a speed limit sign are also visible. The left side features more trees and a glimpse of a red-roofed building in the background. The road surface is grey, with a brick-patterned section in the foreground.

A street scene with a wide road in the foreground, featuring a pedestrian crossing marked with white lines. On the left and right, there are large, leafy trees casting shadows on the pavement. In the background, a brick building is partially visible behind the trees, with a parked car nearby. Several street lamps and utility poles are also present, and the area is well-lit by sunlight.

A paved pathway runs through the centre, flanked by tall trees with dense green foliage on both sides. On the left, a large tree casts a shadow over the ground, while on the right, another tree stands near a white utility box. Several bollards line the path, and a white vehicle is parked further down. The ground is a mix of asphalt and scattered leaves, with a zebra crossing in the foreground. The sky is clear and blue.

A paved road with a white car parked on the right side. On the left, there's a large beige brick building with rectangular windows and a small tree in front. The road has a marked parking space and is lined with bollards. Trees with dense foliage are on the right, casting shadows on the road. A tall structure with antennas is visible in the background. The area is well-lit, suggesting a sunny day.

Sounds

Cars driving on nearby road
Crunching gravel underfoot
Occasional bus and truck noise
Footsteps on concrete paths
Leaves rustling in the wind

Smells

Cut grass from nearby lawns - occasional
Mulch from garden beds
Fresh outdoor air
Occasional vehicle exhaust
Mild scent of nearby trees

Feel

Smooth concrete pathways
Rough bitumen car park surface
Cool shade under trees
Warm sun on skin
Light breeze through foliage

Sight

People walking towards library
Wide, flat pathways with brick edging
Accessible car parking spaces
Trees lining car park and paths
Parked cars

2. Roger Lethbridge Foyer

The Roger Lethbridge Foyer at Rockingham Library is accessed through automatic glass sliding doors set within brick walls. The floor surface is covered with grey carpet tiles. The space includes exposed white support pillars and structural steel beams. The ceiling extends across two to three storeys, with a full-height glass wall allowing natural light into the area. Seating is arranged along the edges with couches and tables, and brochures and magazines are displayed near the entrance.

The foyer connects to both upper and lower library levels through open views and glass panels. This area is used for entry, waiting, library programs, events and access to library spaces. Activity levels may increase during opening hours and scheduled programs and events. The height of the space may create echoing sounds. You may hear air conditioning systems operating within the foyer.

Glass entrance doors to Rockingham Central Library with opening hours displayed. Inside, a spacious area with a dark carpeted floor and light-coloured brick walls. On the left, a small table with brochures and a notice board. In the background, a few chairs and a table are visible. The ceiling is high with recessed lighting. On the right, a window shows a view of the outside.

A spacious interior with high ceilings and a grid pattern. The left side features a notice board with posters and a small seating area with a green sofa and a table. In the centre, there's a display table with colourful objects and a yellow step stool. The right side has large windows allowing natural light, with grey sofas and a small table. The floor is carpeted in a dark pattern, and the walls are made of light-coloured bricks.

A spacious room with high ceilings and a large window in the centre background. The floor is carpeted with a dark, patterned design. On the left, there's a TV on a low table and a small seating area with a bench and chairs. In the middle, a table filled with colourful balls. On the right, a screen and two red chairs. The walls are made of light-coloured bricks, and there are tall white columns throughout the space.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling and large glass windows. On the left, there are colourful display boards and a glimpse of a library area with bookshelves. In the centre, a table with a yellow stool and a small aquarium-like display. On the right, seating arrangements with patterned sofas and a high table with stools. The floor is carpeted with a geometric pattern, and the ceiling features a grid design with spotlights. A glass door leads outside, showing a view of trees.

Sounds

Echo from high ceiling
Air conditioning vents
Opening and closing of doors
Distant library noise
Occasional conversation

Smells

Fabric upholstery scent
Cleaning products - mild
Fresh air - when doors open
Paper from brochures
Subtle indoor air scent

Feel

Cool air from vents
Carpeted floor underfoot
Smooth glass doors
Firm seating cushions
Wide open space

Sight

High ceiling with beams
People mingling
Grey patterned carpet
Glass sliding doors
Seating along edges

3. Library - Level One

The ground floor library area is accessed through open glass entry points with security gates. The ceiling has strip fluorescent and spot lighting. The floor is carpeted with a patterned dark grey design. Bookshelves are arranged in rows and include non-fiction, junior and adult fiction collections. Customer service desks and a book return area are positioned near the main entry. Seating areas and computer stations are located throughout the space.

From the entrance, a staircase with handrails is positioned to the left. Moving forward through the space, a water fountain is located on the right, followed by female toilets, a unisex accessible bathroom with grab rails and a baby change table, and male toilets. Glass walls and large windows allow natural light into the area. This space is used for reading, study, computer access and library services.

A spacious library interior with a patterned carpet floor. On the left, there is a table with a blue cloth and a pumpkin, and a TV screen mounted above. In the centre, a digital kiosk and a welcome desk with a red chair are visible. Bookshelves line the back wall, and a sign reads "the studio." On the right, there are more bookshelves, a counter with stools, and a computer station. The ceiling is lined with fluorescent lights, and large windows allow natural light in.

A spacious library interior with a modern design. In the foreground, a blue chair and a circular information desk with brochures and a computer. To the right, bookshelves filled with books and a small plant. In the centre, a large digital screen displaying community information. The left side features a returns area with cubbies and a table covered with a blue cloth. The ceiling is high with recessed lighting, and the floor is carpeted with a geometric pattern.

A spacious library interior with a patterned carpet floor. On the left, there are bookshelves filled with books. In the centre, a circular welcome desk with a red chair and a large screen on a stand. The right side features a glass wall with decorations and a display of books. Beyond the glass, there are more seating areas. The ceiling has recessed lighting and a visible exit sign. Large windows in the background allow natural light to illuminate the space.

A spacious library interior with a patterned carpet floor and a grid-like ceiling with fluorescent lights. On the left, there are computer stations and bookshelves. In the centre, a round desk with a computer and a table with chairs. To the right, more bookshelves and a staircase leading upwards. A white column stands near the centre, and there are various informational signs and decorations throughout the space.

Sounds

Electronic beeps of books being returned
General conversations
Telephone ringing
Computer keyboard typing
Announcements from speakers

Smells

Paper and book scent
Cleaning products - mild
Neutral indoor air
Occasional body odour or perfume
No strong chemical smells

Feel

Carpeted floor underfoot
Cool air from air conditioning
Smooth surfaces on desks
Soft fabric on chairs
Handrails on stairs

Sight

Rows of bookshelves with books
People viewing and reading books
Breakout reading spaces
Wide corridor to bathrooms
Glass walls and large windows

4. Children's Area

The children’s area is located beyond the reception desk within the ground floor of the library. The space includes large glass walls with a sloping structure and exposed white metal beams. The floor is carpeted with dark patterned tiles, with sections of coloured play mats positioned across the area. White shelving units are arranged throughout the space, with additional lower book bins for children’s collections. Seating includes small couches, sofas and chairs placed near shelving and window areas.

The ceiling height increases in this section, allowing natural light through the large windows. Display areas for artwork and creative materials are mounted on the walls. The layout is partially separated from the main library by shelving and structure. This area is used for children’s reading, browsing and supervised activities.

A library interior with bookshelves filled with books in the centre and right. On the left, large windows allow natural light to illuminate the space, and there are more bookshelves and a colourful children's play mat with a grid pattern. The ceiling is fitted with recessed lighting, and the floor is carpeted in a dark pattern. A table with red and blue chairs is visible in the foreground on the right.

A library interior with bookshelves on the left filled with books, labelled "Relationships". In the centre, a colourful alphabet mat is on the floor. To the right, large windows allow natural light, with a yellow armchair and a small table nearby. More books are displayed on a low shelf. The ceiling has recessed lighting, and the floor is carpeted in a dark pattern. In the background, there are more bookshelves and seating areas.

A library interior with large, slanted glass windows on the left, offering a view of trees and a building outside. In the centre, there are several orange and white book bins labelled with letters, filled with children's books. A column on the right has a blue circle with the word "EXPLORE". Bookshelves on the right hold various books, with some labelled "Humour". The floor is carpeted in a dark pattern, and the ceiling has recessed lighting.

A library interior with a high ceiling and large glass windows on the right, allowing natural light to illuminate the space. On the left, a wall features a decorative panel with cut-out shapes of fish and sea creatures. The floor is carpeted in a dark pattern. In the centre, there are low bookshelves with books organised alphabetically, labelled with letters. Further back, taller bookshelves are visible, and outside the windows, greenery and a pathway can be seen.

Sounds

Children playing nearby
Storytelling by librarians
Children laughing
Occasional page turning
Distant library murmurs

Smells

Clean indoor air
Slight paper scent
Cleaning products - mild
Fresh outdoor air nearby
No strong artificial smells

Feel

Carpeted floor underfoot
Smooth paper pages
Cushioned seating surfaces
Books in hands
Gentle natural light warmth

Sight

Brightly coloured play mats
Tall glass walls with outdoor view
Children playing and reading
Bookshelves with books
Art and creative wall displays

5. Community Room - Level One

The entry to the community room on level one is located amongst bookshelves, adjacent to the audio collection. Entry is through a manually operated inward opening door. The walls are painted in bright colours, and the floor is covered with grey patterned carpet tiles. The room includes tables and chairs arranged in the centre, with couches positioned along the walls. A large manual glass sliding door connects the room to an outdoor seating area.

The outdoor space includes terracotta brick walls, planter boxes, seating and a sink with bench space. The floor surface transitions to rubber tiles with a speckled finish. Step-free access is provided between the indoor and outdoor areas. This space is used for meetings, group activities and community programs. Activity levels may increase during scheduled sessions. You may hear nearby traffic indoors and natural outdoor sounds in the external area.

Bookshelves line the left wall, filled with books, and a sign labelled "New Books" sits atop a smaller shelf. The floor is carpeted in a dark pattern. On the right, a doorway with a bright pink wall beyond leads to another area. A sign on the right shelf indicates sections for "Crime" and "Relationships". The walls are painted grey and yellow, with a decorative piece hanging on the yellow wall. The ceiling is white with recessed lighting.

A library interior with a grey and yellow wall. On the left, a wooden bookshelf displays various books with a sign on top. In the centre, a hallway with a red and blue wall leads to another area. On the right, bookshelves are filled with books, and a wall features a tree mural with a clock. The ceiling has recessed lighting, and the floor is carpeted with a dark pattern.

A room with vibrant walls: pink on the left, blue in the middle, and yellow on the right. A grey sofa with cushions is against the blue wall. A glass door leads to an outdoor area with chairs. A table with chairs is in the centre. The right wall has a window with a blind, potted plants, and stacked chairs. The ceiling is tiled with fluorescent lights, and the floor is carpeted with a geometric pattern.

A room with a yellow wall on the left featuring a grey sofa with cushions and several orange chairs. In the centre, a blue table with black chairs is placed on a patterned carpet. The right wall is turquoise with a wooden counter and a fan. A doorway leads to another room with bookshelves. The ceiling has recessed lighting, and there are windows with potted plants on a small table. Posters are visible on the turquoise wall near the door.

Sounds

Sounds of nearby roadways
Occasional indoor voices
Soft chair movements
People talking
Manual sliding door operation

Smells

Fresh air - outside
Cleaning products - mild
Coffee aroma - occasional
Food aroma - occasional
Neutral indoor air

Feel

Carpeted floor underfoot
Firm rubber tiles outside
Close proximity to others - inside
Open space - outside
Cushioned seating comfort

Sight

Bright yellow, red, aqua walls
Grey patterned carpet tiles
People meeting and talking
Box plants in outdoor area
Tables, chairs, and couches

6. The Studio

The Studio is a small room located on level one within the main library, positioned along the corridor toward the bathrooms and opposite the Rockingham Volunteer Centre. Entry is through a manually operated inward opening door with glass panels and signage. The room has grey painted walls and a carpeted floor with a light speckled pattern. Seating includes gaming chairs, bean bags and stools arranged around a counter. Lockers are available within the room.

The space includes an audio-visual system (PS4 and Nintendo) with a wall-mounted screen. There is a Tovertafel, an interactive table that brings games to life through movement and sensory play. Lighting is provided by fluorescent ceiling fixtures. This room is used for technology-based activities, gaming and creative sessions. Activity levels may increase during scheduled programs. You may hear sounds from equipment use within the space.

A modern interior space with a glass-walled room on the left labelled "the studio" featuring tech, gaming, and creating. Inside are several gaming chairs and a large screen. To the right, the open area has bookshelves, a high table with stools, and a plant. The floor is carpeted with a dark pattern, and the ceiling has recessed lighting. A colourful abstract painting is mounted on the wall near the studio entrance.

A glass entrance with two doors labelled "the studio" leads into a room. Inside, there are three office chairs facing a wall-mounted screen. To the left, colourful inflatable toys are visible. A sign on a stand is in front of the doors, and abstract art pieces hang on the walls. The ceiling has recessed lighting, and the floor is carpeted.

A room with grey walls and a tiled ceiling with fluorescent lights. On the left, there's a long wooden table with black stools. In the middle, colourful floor chairs are placed against the wall, with a row of gaming chairs in front of a wall-mounted TV. Cabinets are beneath the TV. On the right, a table with wheels is surrounded by colourful chairs. The floor is carpeted, and there are signs on the walls that read "the studio" with additional text.

A room with grey walls and a patterned ceiling with fluorescent lights. On the left, there are two green and black gaming chairs and two red office chairs. In the centre, a table with assorted chairs. On the right, a high table with a stool and a filing cabinet. A blue chair with cartoon characters is in the foreground. The back wall has a sign reading "the studio" and a glass door with more signage. The floor is carpeted in a neutral tone.

Sounds

Clicks on control consoles
Excited shouts during gaming
Projector operating softly
Fluorescent lights humming
Distant library noise

Smells

Neutral indoor air
Carpeted floor scent
No strong odours detected
Possible faint electronics smell
Cleaning products - mild

Feel

Carpeted floor underfoot
Smooth plastic on gaming chairs
Soft fabric on bean bags
Fun and excitement
Close proximity to others

Sight

Grey walls with black signage
Red and green gaming chairs
Colourful bean bags
Wall-mounted TV and projector
Light speckled grey carpet

7. Library - Level Two

Access to the level two library is provided by two stairwells with handrails and an elevator. Bathroom facilities are located adjacent to the elevator and include male, female and an accessible bathroom. The accessible bathroom has a manually operated inward opening door and a toilet with handrails. A water fountain is positioned near the elevator. Entry to the library area is through a wide, open entrance.

The level two library has a large open layout with grey carpet tiles throughout. Lighting is provided by strip and spot fluorescent fixtures. Walls are mainly white with blue accents, and large windows provide views of the garden and basketball courts. Bookshelves, study desks and seating areas are arranged across the space. A central printing and copying machine is located within the area, with air conditioning vents overhead. A vending machine is also available. This space is used for reading, study and computer access.

A library interior with a green carpeted floor. On the left, a staircase with a metal railing leads downwards, and a framed picture hangs on the wall. In the centre, red bookshelves are filled with books. The right side features more bookshelves and a table with a yellow cloth. The ceiling has a grid pattern with fluorescent lights. In the background, large windows allow natural light to enter.

A spacious library interior with a grey carpeted floor. In the centre, there are red circular bookshelves filled with books. To the right, a yellow table displays more books, and a computer desk is visible. The left side has additional bookshelves and a framed picture on the wall. The ceiling is lined with fluorescent lights, and large windows at the far end let in natural light.

A spacious library interior with a grey carpeted floor and a ceiling with rectangular light panels. On the left, there are bookshelves against a dark wall and a large windowed exit. A wooden table with chairs is in the centre, surrounded by more bookshelves. In the foreground, a small table with a yellow cloth displays books. On the right, a circular desk with computers and a red chair near a window overlooking greenery.

A library interior with a green carpeted floor and a ceiling with recessed lighting. In the centre, there is a circular red bookshelf filled with books. To the right, more bookshelves and a seating area with blue cushioned benches are visible. On the left, a white wall with a fire extinguisher and framed notices. The background shows a glass entrance with natural light coming in, and a blue wall with additional bookshelves.

Sounds

Air conditioning vents humming
Vending machine dispensing
Quiet conversation
Printer and copier noise
Soft chair movements

Smells

Neutral indoor air
Slight paper scent
Cleaning products - mild
Food and drink aroma - occasional
Electronic equipment smell - occasional

Feel

Carpeted floor underfoot
Smooth wooden table surfaces
Cool air from vents
Books in hand
Stable handrails on stairs

Sight

Bright fluorescent lighting
Large glass windows with outdoor views
Red and white bookshelves on wheels
Various seating including booths
People viewing and reading books

8. Meeting Rooms - Level Two

The meeting rooms on level two are located by exiting the elevator, turning right, and then right again along the corridor. This area includes six meeting rooms and a sound-insulated pod. The rooms have low ceilings with recessed lighting and are constructed with painted walls, glass or frosted glass partitions, and carpeted floors. The corridor includes carpeted flooring, painted walls and built-in storage cupboards. Handrails and glass balustrades are positioned near adjacent stairways.

Furniture includes tables and chairs, with some rooms fitted with whiteboards and audio-visual equipment. Windows with blinds allow natural light into the rooms. The sound-insulated pod includes seating and acoustic panels. This area is used for meetings, group study and learning activities. Activity levels may increase during scheduled sessions. You may hear voices and movement within the space, with reduced sound transfer due to carpet and acoustic treatments.