Structural framing, roof decking complete at Southdale Library

The Southdale Library new build has reached a project milestone: all major super structure and roof decking work has been completed. Crews are currently working towards the next milestone: to enclose the building with roofing and curtain walls before winter. In addition to structural work, earthwork is nearing completion on the south side of the site with multi-modal trail development underway, and stormwater basins formed and infrastructure complete.

Progress photos

Exterior walls of Southdale Library going up with two crew members in the foreground, large lift behind them, and building under construction in the background. North facade envelope progress
Steel rectangular framed structure with openings on one side. Will be future home of Edina Art Center kilns. Edina Art Center exterior kiln structure South entry and vestibule structure
A small mockup of the larger structure includes steel framing, glass, concrete, and wood elements for testing purposes. The mockup is a small square structure with all building elements included. Mockup continues to evolve in sequence of full scope installation

Image shows black fencing and earthwork on the left side, trail with concrete borders in the center, and new Southdale Library in the background on the right side. Multi-modal trail development – looking west

Image shows black fence and earthwork at the foreground, and new Southdale Library building structure in the background.

Looking northwest

Upcoming work

Exterior framing and envelope (curtain wall)
Mechanical room equipment build out
Mechanical, sprinkler, and electrical piping and infrastructure work
North side earthwork and parking lot
Tree planting
Commissioned art and early learning play elements selection/design
Furniture design, selection, and procurement

Project update

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