Steel and timber framing underway at Southdale Library

With the underground parking slab complete and parking ramp enclosure nearing completion, work at Southdale Library is now rising above ground. Steel and timber framing is taking shape, bringing the structure to life. Crews are currently building from the ground up to roof level in the first bay of the above-ground portion of the project.

Upcoming work

Envelope and structure mock-up underway
Commissioned art and early learning play elements selection/design process in progress
Major structural work; steel and timber framing continues
Concrete work continues
Furniture design, selection, and procurement will be starting mid-summer 2026

The first few timber beams placed (far west side)

Working from grade to roof bay by bay

Looking up at cross laminated timber

Steel girders arriving

Lower Level

Lower Level viewing NW corner – louver and light well openings (for facilities workroom area)

Project update

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