Bloor/Gladstone Library, Public library in Toronto, Canada.
Bloor/Gladstone Library is a public branch combining red brick heritage architecture with contemporary glass structures along Bloor Street West. Inside, visitors find open-concept reading areas, computer workstations, and a sheltered garden court that brings daylight into the interior spaces.
This branch opened in 1913 when Toronto City Council funded a new library serving the Dovercourt neighborhood. A major renovation in the early 2000s transformed it into a contemporary facility while respecting its heritage character.
The entrance features the names of famous authors carved into the stone, reflecting the building's commitment to celebrating literature and reading in the neighborhood.
The library has accessible entrances and elevators for all visitors, with most spaces on ground level or easily reachable. Parking is available nearby on surrounding streets.
The 2009 renovation introduced the first green roof in the Toronto Public Library system, which won several architecture awards. This rooftop vegetation helps with insulation and supports native plant species.
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