Richland Library STEAM Space Renovation

Location: City of Richland
Size: 2500 SF
Services Provided: Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering

The City of Richland engaged Meier to create a dedicated 2,500-square-foot STEAM Space within the Richland Public Library as an active learning environment for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Music programming serving all ages. Our multi-discipline team designed infrastructure improvements including

• Replacement of the existing carpeted floor with a sealed concrete floor.
• Installation of additional in-floor electrical power outlets.
• Design of new cabinets flanking the existing sinks and range.
• New range hood design.
• Design of a new, stand-alone HVAC system designed to serve the STEAM space exclusively.
• Extension of exterior paved surfaces to enable exterior STEAM Space activities.

The result is a dynamic, multi-purpose space equipped to support hands-on learning activities while providing the flexibility and durability required for high-traffic educational programming.

Client Background

The Richland Public Library originated in 1944 as a resource for Hanford Project employees and became a municipal service in 1959. Today, the library serves over 46,000 cardholders from a modern 58,000-square-foot facility, circulating more than 709,000 items annually and consistently ranking among Washington state’s highest performers in community program engagement.