Burton Barr Central Library
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4.5 (1,158)A striking five-level downtown library centered on a massive one-acre reading room and a top floor with panoramic city views.
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Will BruderArchitect
Wendell BurnetteArchitect
Description
Spanning five levels in downtown Phoenix, this massive library houses roughly 550,000 volumes across specialized areas like the Arizona Room, College Depot, and a robust manga collection. Visitors encounter extensive study areas, multimedia resources, and a top floor featuring panoramic views alongside ongoing construction work.
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Undergoing constructionCovered summer parking