Symmes Township Branch Library
Client: Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library
Location: Loveland, Ohio
- A new, 20,689sf single-story library branch built for all ages.
- Welcoming community spaces, including reservable meeting rooms, a maker space, a cozy fireplace reading nook, and a large 100-person community room.
- A travel-themed children’s play area that celebrates the vibrant diversity of the Symmes community.
- A dedicated teen space equipped for hanging out and gaming.
Designed for Sustainability: The branch relies on two key clean energy sources: a geothermal system for efficient heating and cooling, and a roof-mounted solar panel array.
Architecture|Interior Design|Landscape Architecture
As the highest-circulating branch in the entire CHPL system, Symmes Township needed a space that could keep up with its growing community. What started as a plan to renovate and expand the existing facility turned into something much bigger. As we listened to community needs during the planning phase, the vision shifted: rather than patching together additions, constructing a brand-new, flexible building was the best—and most cost-effective—way to serve Symmes Township for decades to come.