Vancouver Public Library

A Modern-Day Coliseum of Knowledge: Vancouver Public Library nn The Vancouver Public Library's Central Library stands as a testament to architectural beauty and intellectual abundance, reminiscent of a grand coliseum. With nine floors filled to the brim with books, it's a reader's paradise. The rooftop garden offers breathtaking views of Vancouver, presenting the city in a new and beautiful light. And for families, the basement transforms into a haven of fun with its children's library and an array of board games. It's more than a library; it's a community hub where knowledge and leisure intertwine. ‍‍‍

For any library obsessed person this is the place for you. It’s 9 floors for you to venture through, however open floors are not very quiet, on the contrary of Quiet floors. You can look for quieter areas below the 8th floor cause people are more distributed around the area. There’s maps and help so you won’t feel lost or intimidate. U can’t eat in the open areas but it’s allowed on the rooftop. Am a big fan of active libraries cause seeing people working and studying keeps me motivated and accountable to finish my work.nnLastly it feels a bit messy at the beginning cause everyone is everywhere but that’s no normal.nnThe downside for me that it didn’t have a prayer room.

Amazing staff and great facility. There are places to work undisturbed and computers for use with the usual books and multimedia available for rent. To note, it is stuffy and warm inside and also homeless people do use this place to rest and use the washroom, so the place stinks sometimes.

This is a huge library with a very extensive selection of books. Plus it's the first place with a recording and editing studio for artists. Not sure how much it costs to reserve, but it's available. 9 floors! Plus, you can even get a good view of the city on the 9th floor.nOn top of that, this is an architectural phenomenon! Gotta check it out! I'd give it 6 stars if I could.

architecture wise it’s kinda depressing.. with industrial vibes and very conventional layout. maybe the overcast weather was an influencing factor. but if aesthetics is what you’re looking for, don’t have your hopes up. but functionality wise, it seems that visitors / residents here are enjoying it. there is a good variety of services available and you can tell that the institution makes an effort. the root top is good for some fresh air, but again i wouldn’t say the view is mind blowing.