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1. Arrival and Parking

The Withers Community Library is located on a sloping site with red brick pavement that is uneven in places due to tree roots. The building is a small, white-painted brick structure with lime green signage. There are two accessible car parking spaces directly in front of the library, connected by a ramp with metal handrails. This ramp leads to the entrance which has an automatic glass sliding door. A five-step entry with handrails and tactile tiles is also present. Surrounding the area are established trees and shrubs, with a metal fence and gate on one side. A concrete footpath runs alongside the parking area, connecting to the street.

This space is used for library access and parking. Activity levels may increase during library opening hours. Sensory elements include the scent of nearby trees, coastal air, and sounds of birds and passing cars. Walking on the red brick pavement produces the crunching sound of dried leaves. The area is exposed to natural light with some shaded spots under trees.

A paved pathway leads to a building in the centre, partially obscured by trees. On the left, a white car is parked near a beige fence, surrounded by trees. On the right, a green bin is placed on a concrete path, with more trees and a grassy area. Two blue signs are visible near the building, which has a sign reading "COMMUNITY" above the entrance. The ground is covered with fallen leaves and the sky is clear.
A single-storey building with a sign reading "Withers Community Library" in green and white. The facade is modern with large windows. A white car is parked in front on a brick-paved area. On the left, there are large green trees, and on the right, more trees and a bench. The ground is paved with bricks, and the sky is clear and blue.
A building with a sign reading "Withers Community Library" in large green letters is in the centre. The entrance features glass doors and a set of steps leading up to it. On the right, a white car is parked on a brick-paved area. To the left, there are large green trees and a black metal fence. The building has a flat roof and large windows. The foreground consists of a brick-paved surface.
A single-storey building with a large green sign reading "Withers Community Library" on the right. The building has a white facade with multiple windows. In front, there is a paved parking area with a white car parked on the left. Blue disabled parking symbols are visible on the ground. A metal bike rack is on the right. Trees and a beige fence line the background, with a clear blue sky above.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping in trees
  2. Passing cars on nearby road
  3. Crunching of dried leaves
  4. Footsteps on brick pavement
  5. Wind rustling tree leaves
Smell

Smells

  1. Scent of trees
  2. Vehicle exhaust - occasional
  3. Mulch from tree bases
  4. Coastal air nearby
  5. Fresh outdoor air
Touch

Feel

  1. Uneven brick pavement
  2. Cool shade under trees
  3. Warm sun on exposed areas
  4. Smooth metal handrails
  5. Tactile tiles underfoot
Sight

Sight

  1. White brick library building
  2. Lime green signage panels
  3. Parked cars
  4. Two accessible car parking spaces
  5. Established shrubs and trees

2. Main Library

This library area features light brown brick walls with large timber posts supporting an elevated arched ceiling. The ceiling includes exposed ducting, hanging linear lights, and ceiling fans. Windows positioned high on the walls and floor-to-ceiling windows along one side provide natural light. The floor is carpeted with a dark blue base and colourful square patterns. Mobile white bookshelves are spaced widely to support ease of movement.

To the right of the entrance against the far wall is a central reception desk with a low counter, set against a lime green wall displaying community-themed words. Computer stations are positioned along this wall. An accessible bathroom with grab rails and a baby change table is located nearby. Seating includes couches and armchairs near the windows. The space is divided into sections for different book types and includes a children’s area with tables and chairs.

A library interior with colourful carpet tiles in shades of blue, green, red, and purple. On the left, there are bookshelves filled with books and a seating area with tables and chairs. In the centre, more bookshelves display "New Books" with a vibrant orange wall featuring a tree mural. The right side has a seating area with striped and solid blue chairs around a white table. The ceiling is high with exposed beams and ductwork, and the walls are a mix of bright green and brick.
A library interior with a vibrant design. On the left, an orange wall features a purple tree mural and a clock. Below, a shelf holds board games. A black sofa and a small teepee are visible in the background. The right side has a green wall with motivational words and a reception desk with clear dividers. Bookshelves are arranged neatly, and colourful square patterns decorate the dark carpeted floor. The ceiling is high with exposed ducts and bright lighting.
A library interior with a bright green wall on the left featuring motivational words and a metallic star decoration. Below, a counter with brochures and a small TV. In the centre, a wooden pillar and a display stand with books. To the right, bookshelves on wheels and a row of high stools by large windows. The floor is carpeted with colourful square patterns, and the ceiling has exposed beams and fluorescent lights.
A library interior with a colourful, checkered carpet in the foreground. On the left, there are white bar stools and a brick wall with notices. In the centre, white bookshelves on wheels are filled with books. The right side features a bright green wall with a computer desk and a TV mounted above. The ceiling has exposed beams and fluorescent lights, with a visible air duct.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Pages turning
  2. Quiet footsteps
  3. Soft voices
  4. Keyboard typing
  5. Distant chair movement
Smell

Smells

  1. Paper and books
  2. Air-conditioning
  3. Cleaning products - mild
  4. Bathroom odours - in toilet
  5. Neutral library aroma
Touch

Feel

  1. Carpeted floor underfoot
  2. Smooth wooden furniture
  3. Cool air from ventilation
  4. Soft fabric on couches
  5. Metal handrails in bathroom
Sight

Sight

  1. Colourful carpet squares
  2. Children and adults reading books
  3. Bright lime green wall
  4. Accessible bathroom
  5. Natural light through windows

3. Kids Corner

This children's library area is located directly ahead from the entrance and to the left of the reception desk. The space features a sloped roof with a low ceiling, contrasting with the main library's higher ceiling. Walls include a bright orange mural with a tree and leaves, and silhouettes of aeroplanes. The floor is carpeted with colourful square mats near the children's seating and play areas.

Furniture includes small bright plastic chairs, carpet mats, beanbags, couches, and low wooden bookshelves displaying children's books. The area is enclosed by walls with no visible gates or fencing, and is connected to the main library through a wide, step-free opening.

A colourful children's library area with a long table and chairs in the foreground. To the left, bookshelves are filled with various books, and a brick wall features colourful plane cutouts. In the centre, a cosy seating area with sofas and cushions is visible, along with a play area featuring a small tent and toys. The right side has more bookshelves against an orange wall decorated with bird silhouettes. The ceiling is lined with panels and fluorescent lights.
A colourful room with an orange wall on the right featuring a purple tree and whale mural. A white door and a bookshelf filled with books are also on this wall. In the centre, a large table with mismatched chairs sits on a dark carpet with colourful square patterns. On the left, a play area with a teepee, toys, and bookshelves is visible. The ceiling is sloped with exposed beams and hanging lights. The floor is carpeted in dark grey with scattered coloured squares.
A colourful children's playroom with a dark carpeted floor. On the left, a white cabinet displays books and a bulletin board with posters above. A plush tiger toy sits beside a decorative chair. The centre features a blue circular rug with alphabet designs, surrounded by low bookshelves. On the right, an orange wall has a mural of a whale and fish. A white teepee and bean bag are nearby. A small table with colourful chairs is in the foreground. The ceiling has fluorescent lights.
A colourful children's playroom with a black carpet. On the left, a grey sofa with plush toys and a small table with glittery stools. Green and yellow aeroplane wall decorations are above. In the centre, a blue circular rug surrounded by books. A small table with blue and yellow chairs is nearby. On the right, a white teepee with black crosses and a bean bag. Bookshelves line the wall, and a window with pink curtains is above. The ceiling has fluorescent lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Children's voices and activity
  2. Clinking and clacking of Lego
  3. Pages turning in books
  4. Children laughing
  5. Occasional chair movement
Smell

Smells

  1. Cleaning products - faint
  2. Plush toys
  3. Air-conditioning
  4. Paper and books
  5. No strong odours detected
Touch

Feel

  1. Soft carpet underfoot
  2. Smooth plastic chair surfaces
  3. Textured fabric on beanbags
  4. Hard plastic Lego pieces
  5. Low ceiling overhead
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright orange mural with tree
  2. Silhouette outlines of aeroplanes
  3. Colourful small chairs and mats
  4. Bookshelves with children's books
  5. Beanbags and small reading corners

4. Community Room

The Community Room is accessed via the Kids Corner through a step-free doorway. The room features white walls and a white ceiling with fluorescent lighting. The floor includes a vinyl surface with colourful carpet rugs placed throughout.

The space contains collapsible white tables arranged in a square and black café-style chairs. Cabinets line one wall, and a kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and sink is available. One wall displays a range of promotional materials, colourful posters, drawings, and flags.

A library interior with an orange wall featuring a painted tree and bird design. On the left, there's a doorway leading to a room with a table and chairs on a striped carpet. Below the wall art, a bookshelf is filled with children's books. In the centre, a small game table is placed on a dark carpet. To the right, a sofa with cushions and a large teddy bear is visible. The background shows large windows and more seating areas with tables and chairs. The ceiling has fluorescent lights.
An orange wall with a colourful mural of a blue whale and fish on the left. In the centre, a doorway leads to a room with a green carpet and a table with chairs. Posters are displayed on the door, including one for "Luna Roo". On the right, a white bookshelf holds various children's graphic novels. The floor is carpeted in dark blue, and the ceiling is white with lights.
A room with a green carpet in the foreground and a colourful patterned rug in the middle. On the left, a white door with a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall. In the centre, a table surrounded by black chairs. The right wall features cabinets and a series of posters and bunting. A microwave and a red bin are on the counter. The ceiling has fluorescent lights and a projector. A stack of black chairs is on the right.
A room with a rectangular table in the centre surrounded by black chairs. The floor features a colourful, geometric-patterned rug. On the right, a long counter with cabinets below holds a microwave and a kettle. Above the counter, the wall is decorated with various posters and a string of triangular flags. The ceiling is fitted with fluorescent lights and a projector. A double door is on the left, and a fire extinguisher is nearby. The walls and ceiling are white.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. People meeting and talking
  2. Echoes around room
  3. Fluorescent lights humming
  4. Children playing outside
  5. Kitchenette appliance sounds
Smell

Smells

  1. Tea and coffee aromas - occasional
  2. Air-conditioning
  3. No strong odours detected
  4. Cleaning products - mild
  5. Food aromas - occasional
Touch

Feel

  1. Carpet rugs underfoot
  2. Hungry and thirsty
  3. Plastic chair seats
  4. Cool air from air conditioning
  5. Close proximity to others - occasional
Sight

Sight

  1. Tea and coffee making facilities
  2. White walls and ceilings
  3. Colourful rugs
  4. People meeting and talking
  5. Promotional posters
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