Christchurch Central Library, Public library in Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand
Tūranga spans five floors across 10,000 square meters, making it the largest public library in the South Island of New Zealand.
The original library of 1859 evolved from a small collection at the Town Hall to a major institution that introduced computerized lending in 1975.
The building design incorporates Ngāi Tahu cultural elements, with upper floor openings oriented toward significant Canterbury landmarks and Southern Alps.
The facility contains 200 public computers, multiple meeting rooms, creative spaces for music production, and advanced 3D printing equipment.
Following the 2011 earthquake, the new building implements base isolation technology to withstand future seismic events with minimal structural impact.
Location: Christchurch City
Inception: 1982
GPS coordinates: -43.52900,172.63500
Latest update: March 21, 2025 00:46
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