Bursting at the seams in their original 5,500 square foot branch library, the City of Alexandria was greatly in need of a larger facility. The two-level addition and complete renovation of the existing building includes spacious staff work areas, a new administration area and a quiet reading room. Situated in the heart of Old Town, the custom furnishings reflect the tradition of the area, while a complex color palette, soaring ceilings and bright skylights enhance this present day facility. Incorporating the latest in computer and Internet technology, the Kate Waller Barrett Library, completed in 1995, is a beautiful and valued addition to its historic community.