Only a three minute walk from Mission Bay and a five minute walk from the Pacific Ocean, the Pacific Beach/Taylor library is surrounded by the cool, soft, slightly salty breeze that beachfront residents know so well. Although I've yet to visit the La Jolla or Ocean Beach libraries, I suspect that the Pacific Beach/Taylor branch is likely the closest in distance to the shore. It is flanked on the west and south by coastline, both shores located within a quarter mile of the library.
Also, a general note: I'm going to start taking more photographs at the libraries, because my short descriptions don't really do them justice. In general, I've been avoiding taking pictures because I don't want to invade people's privacy, even if it's in a public place, but I can get by taking pictures of exterior areas, meeting rooms, or secluded stacks of books. If nothing else, at least those pictures will give a feel for the interior design of a branch, if not help the viewer to picture its layout.
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| Main Entrance |
It is clear that the architecture and design of the library was planned with the beach at the forefront. The 12,500 square foot structure is designed in a the shape of a nautilus shell, and the shell pattern permeates through the layout of the building through arrangements of the interior design and artwork. Surrounded by various outdoor seating areas, library has numerous windows and no shortage of natural light, including a large skylight that stands over the main circulation desk.
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| Multipurpose Room/Gallery |
The library block also has a small park with grassy hills and sand pit.
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| Grassy Area |
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| Sand Pit |
Pacific Beach is one of the older neighborhoods in San Diego, but holds a youthful vivacity due to its young population and vibrant nightlife. It is home to many college students and young professionals, in addition to families and older folks. This beach itself has a beautiful boardwalk and is a favored area for surfers and other beach-goers, and many popular bars, restaurants, and shops line Garnet Avenue just steps from the shore.
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