EverySpace is centred around adaptable, co-managed spaces that bring services closer to the community by enabling people to unleash their creativity, connect, share and discover at the library.
This new space at March Library has been funded by a grant from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and was delivered by Arts Council England. A second space at Cambridge Central Library is scheduled to open early next year.
Through EverySpace, people will be able to get hands-on with new and exciting technologies, including video editing and sound recording equipment – and experiment with the flexible layouts to hold more workshops and events.
Accessible design has been at the heart of the project and the available facilities are equipped to serve a variety of audiences, encouraging more people to visit their library and discover the range of services on offer.
We have been awarded a grant of £260,000 by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport. The grant will be supplemented by £128,968 of Section 106 funding.
Video on EverySpace at March Library
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Public consultation
Proposed designs for the spaces were developed by partners Jan Kattein Architects. The next phase of the project was a public consultation. This ran from November 17 until December 2.
There were two public events at Cambridge Central Library and March Library. Residents were able to give their feedback on the designs at the events. Plans and proposals were available to view in both libraries until 2 December.
Engagement
EverySpace Swiss Army furniture workshops
These were delivered by Jan Kattein Architects.
Children pulled three different functions out of a hat, then had to use doll house furniture and craft materials to produce a creation that met all three functions.
Here is a stop motion video created during the workshops.
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Design mentorship scheme
There are two places for young people aged 16 to 18 to be part of the project through a EverySpace project mentorship scheme.
This will provide two budding designers with an insight into the professional design industry. And a chance to gain experience towards a potential future career.
(Applications for the mentorship programme have now closed.)
